Local governments in rural areas of South Carolina can compete for grant funds to help bring transformative projects to life. The Rural Development Initiative annual competitive grant program, administered by S.C. Commerce, will open soon....
The Greenville Chamber’s vision is a globally competitive Upstate economy where businesses succeed and people prosper. We believe that when people prosper, businesses win, too. One way the Greenville Chamber tracks our community’s prosperity is by...
South Carolina Manufacturers and Commerce (SCMC) has announced the launch of its new Energy Council, a member-led initiative that will bring together business leaders and industry experts to discuss the issues shaping South Carolina's energy...
Labor Market Conditions"South Carolina's job growth stalled in June, with a decline of 400 jobs on net. Many industries saw either flat or declining employment." – Bethany Greene Payroll employment in South Carolina declined by 400 jobs (0.0...
A reciprocal access agreement between four South Carolina entrepreneur support organizations (ESO Network) will provide seamless access to each organization’s coworking space and conference rooms for their founders and startup members. The newly...
Recent project milestones in Beaufort County highlight two important aspects of economic development: supporting existing businesses as they grow and creating the conditions for new investment to succeed. In May, community leaders celebrated the...
Communities throughout South Carolina are receiving community development grant funds totaling more than $7 million for public improvement projects. This funding comes from the South Carolina Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)...
South Carolina’s relationships with its neighbors are vital to its economic success. Foreign direct investment and trade are part of the fabric that ensures the state’s sustainable advantage. Last month, delegates from the United States and...
South Carolina’s economic development successes in recent years are the result of concerted efforts from many organizations and government entities. And the state’s economic development alliances and partnerships are an important part of that...
On June 15, 2026, the Pee Dee Regional Council of Governments' board of directors held its final meeting for Fiscal Year 25-26. At the meeting, Executive Director Joette Dukes presented an end-of the year summary, highlighting the work of the Pee...
Last Thursday, OneSpartanburg, Inc. released the Year 4 Scorecard for the OneSpartanburg Vision Plan 2.0, Spartanburg county's second community and economic development strategy. The Vision Plan details 15 key initiatives across the focus areas of...
The Florence Chamber held its annual Board Appreciation Luncheon on Thursday, June 18th at Victors in Downtown Florence to acknowledge departing board members for their service. The chamber staff presented current chairperson Paige Ard, VP and...
Cheney Brothers, Inc., Florence County Economic Development Partnership and design-build firm A M King are hosting an official grand opening event for the food distributor’s first facility in South Carolina. A M King has completed design and...
AmbioPharm, Inc. (AmbioPharm), a peptide manufacturer and developer, announced it is expanding its operations in Aiken County. The company’s $118.96 million investment will create 202 new jobs, according to the South Carolina Department of...
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the availability of low-interest federal disaster loans to small businesses and private nonprofit (PNP) organizations in North Carolina to offset economic losses caused by a drought beginning...
Greenville’s economy continues to grow, creating new opportunities while reinforcing the City’s focus on intentional development. “Growth in our economy is growth in opportunity, and Greenville’s economic story this year is one of momentum,” City...
Horse Spot, an equestrian technology platform, today announced it is expanding its operations in Charleston County. The company’s investment will create 11 jobs, according to Gov. Henry McMaster’s office. “We grew up in the saddle and...
Volare Boats, Cuffway, SusMaTech, Memberworks, and PSF R&D Labs received new grant funding from the South Carolina Research Authority. Clemson University received new academic grant funding. LivIQ Health, Land Takeoffs, Oral Pouch Solutions,...
South Carolina’s small business innovation community received a major piece of good news this spring: Congress has reauthorized the Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer programs, ending a long period of...
Bittermilk Bottling Co. (Bittermilk), a manufacturer of nonalcoholic beverage products, announced it is expanding its operations in Charleston County. The company’s $8.2 million investment will create 12 jobs, according to Gov. Henry McMaster's...