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AHT Cooling Systems USA, Inc. Expanding Operations In Charleston County
Wed, 11/01/2017
AHT Cooling Systems USA, Inc., a provider of custom refrigerated and frozen merchandising solutions, is expanding its existing Charleston County facility by adding assembly and distribution…Coast Brewing, LLC is Expanding its Operations in Charleston County
Tue, 10/31/2017
Coast Brewing, LLC, a family-owned craft brewery based in Charleston, S.C., is expanding its existing operations. With a capital investment of $1.7 million, the company is expected to create 29 new…Statement From Gov. Henry McMaster On Departure Of SCANA Executives
Tue, 10/31/2017
Gov. Henry McMaster today released the following statement in response to the departure of SCANA executives:
"While this decision indicates that SCANA is beginning to fully understand the…Gov. Henry McMaster’s Weekly Schedule: October 30, 2017
Mon, 10/30/2017
Gov. Henry McMaster’s schedule for the week of October 30 includes:
Monday, October 30, 2:30 PM: Gov. McMaster will hold a media availability following a tour of Holly Hill Middle School, 530…KB Biotech Solutions Launching New Dillon County Operations
Thu, 10/26/2017
KB Biotech Solutions, a venture of Chinese-based Anhui Chem-bright Bioengineering Co. Ltd., is launching new manufacturing operations in Dillon County. The $12 million investment is expected to…Blue Eye Soft Corporation Expanding Its Greenville County Operations
Wed, 10/25/2017
Blue Eye Soft Corporation is expanding its corporate operations into a new facility in Greenville County. Located in Greer, S.C., the company projects it will create more than 120 new jobs over the…The Blythe Company Expanding Its Operations Into Lancaster County
Tue, 10/24/2017
The Blythe Company today announced that it is expanding its headquarters and other operations into Lancaster County, bringing $4 million of capital investment and leading to the creation of 21 new…Gov. Henry McMaster Announces Effort To Ban Sanctuary Cities In South Carolina
Mon, 10/23/2017
Governor Henry McMaster was joined today by members of the General Assembly to announce a new law enforcement initiative to ensure that no South Carolina municipalities become “sanctuary cities” and…Gov. Henry McMaster’s Weekly Schedule: October 23, 2017
Mon, 10/23/2017
Gov. Henry McMaster’s schedule for the week of October 23 includes:
Monday, October 23, 9:00 AM: Gov. McMaster spoke at the SEUS-Japan 40th Annual Joint Meeting, Hyatt Regency, 220 N. Main St…Statement From Gov. Henry McMaster On September Unemployment Rate
Fri, 10/20/2017
Governor Henry McMaster today released the following statement in response to the statewide unemployment rate decreasing to 3.9 percent in September from 4.0 percent in August:
"This is just another…Gov. Henry McMaster Pens Letter to SCANA CEO Kevin Marsh
Thu, 10/19/2017
Governor Henry McMaster today sent a letter to Kevin Marsh, Chairman and CEO of SCANA Corporation, calling on the parent company of SCE&G "to immediately cease" its collection of approximately $…Metromont Corporation Expanding Operations in Greenville County
Wed, 10/18/2017
Metromont Corporation, a manufacturer of precast concrete materials, is expanding its existing Greenville County operations. This latest $8.8 million investment is projected to create an additional…President Declares Disaster For State Of South Carolina And 16 Counties
Tue, 10/17/2017
In response to Governor Henry McMaster’s request, President Donald Trump declared a major disaster exists in the state of South Carolina and ordered federal aid to supplement state and local recovery…SolAmerica Energy Launching Solar Operation in Edgefield County
Tue, 10/17/2017
SolAmerica Energy, a full-service provider of solar energy, is launching a new operation in Edgefield County. This new 10-megawatt (MW) project is expected to bring approximately $13 million of new…Arthrex, Inc. Creating More Than 1,000 New Jobs In Anderson County
Mon, 10/16/2017
Arthrex, Inc., a global orthopedic medical device company, headquartered in Naples, Fla., is launching new manufacturing operations in Anderson County. The $69 million capital investment is expected…Gov. Henry McMaster’s Weekly Schedule: October 16, 2017
Mon, 10/16/2017
Gov. Henry McMaster’s schedule for the week of October 16 includes:
Monday, October 16, 11:00 AM: Gov. McMaster attended an economic development announcement, Anderson County Civic Center, 3027…Diversey Locating Corporate Headquarters in York County
Wed, 10/11/2017
Diversey, a leading global provider of cleaning and hygiene solutions, announced today that it is locating its corporate headquarters in York County. The development is projected to bring $6.1…Augusta Fiberglass Coatings, Inc. Expanding in Barnwell County
Wed, 10/11/2017
Augusta Fiberglass Coatings, Inc., a leading manufacturer of custom fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP) equipment, will expand its existing operations in Blackville, S.C. To accommodate its growth,…Gov. Henry McMaster’s Weekly Schedule: October 9, 2017
Tue, 10/10/2017
Gov. Henry McMaster’s schedule for the week of October 9 includes:
Tuesday, October 10, 12:00 PM: Gov. McMaster will tour the Meyer Center for Special Children, 1132 Rutherford Road,…U.S. Small Business Administration Offers Assistance to SC Businesses and Residents Affected by Hurricane Irma
Tue, 10/03/2017
In response to a request for a disaster declaration from Governor Henry McMaster, U.S. Small Business Administrator Linda McMahon has made low-interest disaster loans available to South Carolina…Piedmont Energy Systems, Inc. expanding manufacturing operations into York County
Tue, 10/03/2017
Piedmont Energy Systems, Inc. (PES), a supplier of custom-built bulk hydrocarbon and fluorocarbon storage and distribution systems, has expanded its manufacturing operations into a new location in…Prysmian Group North America Expanding Lexington County Operations
Tue, 10/03/2017
Prysmian Group, a world leader in the telecom cables and systems industry, today announced a planned expansion of the company’s North American headquarters in Lexington County. The expansion will…ATI and GE Aviation investing in joint Chester County operations
Tue, 10/03/2017
Allegheny Technologies Incorporated (ATI) and GE Aviation have selected the property adjacent to ATI’s Richburg, S.C. operations as the site for a new research and development (R&D) facility.…American Scrappers establishing Dillon County operations
Tue, 10/03/2017
American Scrappers is establishing operations in Dillon County with the launch of a new distribution and logistics center. The company’s $15.5 million investment is expected to create 200 new jobs.…Gov. Henry McMaster’s Weekly Schedule: October 2, 2017
Mon, 10/02/2017
Gov. Henry McMaster’s schedule for the week of October 2 includes:
Tuesday, October 3, 12:00 PM: Gov. McMaster will speak at the Second Annual Victims Matter Luncheon, 1066 Sunset Boulevard, West…Gov. Henry McMaster Sends South Carolina National Guard Engineers to Support Puerto Rico Recovery
Thu, 09/28/2017
Governor Henry McMaster has issued Executive Order 2017-33, authorizing approximately 150 Engineer Soldiers from the South Carolina Army National Guard to assist in Puerto Rico's recovery…Collum’s Lumber Products expanding operations in Allendale County
Wed, 09/27/2017
Collum’s Lumber Products, LLC, a producer of dimensional lumber and other wood products, today announced the expansion of its Allendale County manufacturing operations. Creating 10 new jobs, the…Volvo Cars Growing Berkeley County Operations, Creating More Than 1,900 New Jobs
Mon, 09/25/2017
Volvo Cars today announced that it is investing an additional $520 million in its Berkeley County operations and creating 1,910 new jobs. This new commitment adds to the company’s initial 2015…Gov. Henry McMaster’s Weekly Schedule: September 25, 2017
Mon, 09/25/2017
Gov. Henry McMaster’s schedule for the week of September 25 includes:
Monday, September 25, 7:30 AM: Gov. McMaster participated in the Southern States Energy Board’s Gubernatorial Perspectives on…BorgWarner Inc. Expanding Operations In Oconee County
Wed, 09/20/2017
BorgWarner Inc., a global leader in clean and efficient technology solutions for combustion, hybrid, and electric vehicles, is expanding its operations in Oconee County. The $71.9 million investment…Thrace-LINQ Growing Its Dorchester County Operations
Tue, 09/19/2017
Thrace-LINQ, a global supplier of fabrics for the textile industry, is expanding its Dorchester County operations. The $9 million investment is expected to create at least 10 new jobs.
Thrace-…Gov. Henry McMaster’s Weekly Schedule: September 18, 2017
Mon, 09/18/2017
Gov. Henry McMaster’s schedule for the week of September 18 includes:
Monday, September 18, 9:00 AM: Gov. McMaster spoke at SLED's Criminal Justice Information Services Unit Conference, Columbia…Gov. Henry McMaster Lifts Evacuation Order for 8 Barrier Islands Previously Evacuated
Tue, 09/12/2017
In coordination with local officials, Governor Henry McMaster today announced that all evacuation orders have been lifted for residents of the 8 barrier islands previously evacuated, effective today…Gov. Henry McMaster, State Officials Brief Public on Tropical Storm Irma's Impact to South Carolina
Mon, 09/11/2017
Governor Henry McMaster today held a media briefing with state emergency response officials to provide an update on the potential impact of Hurricane Irma on South Carolina.
Monday Team SC…Gov. Henry McMaster, State Officials Hold Hurricane Irma Briefing, Give Evacutaion Update
Sat, 09/09/2017
Governor Henry McMaster today held a media briefing with state emergency response officials to provide an update on the potential impact of Hurricane Irma on South Carolina and the progress of…Gov. Henry McMaster Orders Evacuations for Barrier Islands in Colleton, Beaufort and Jasper Counties
Fri, 09/08/2017
Governor Henry McMaster today ordered the evacuation of certain barrier islands in Beaufort, Colleton and Jasper Counties. Due to the potential impact of Hurricane Irma, residents on those islands…Gov. Henry McMaster Asks South Carolinians to Prepare for Hurricane Irma
Wed, 09/06/2017
Governor Henry McMaster today issued an executive order declaring a state of emergency and, along with the S.C. Emergency Management Division, has urged South Carolinians to prepare for the…Charter NEX Films Establishing New Richland County Manufacturing Operations
Tue, 09/05/2017
Charter NEX Films is locating new specialty film manufacturing operations in Richland County. The project is expected to bring $85 million of capital investment and lead to the creation of more than…Isringhausen GmBH Launching Charleston County Manufacturing Operations
Tue, 09/05/2017
Isringhausen, a global leader in the development of seating systems for commercial vehicles, is launching new operations in Charleston County. Located in Ladson, the facility is projected to bring…Gov. Henry McMaster’s Weekly Schedule: September 5, 2017
Tue, 09/05/2017
Gov. Henry McMaster’s schedule for the week of September 5 includes:
Tuesday, September 5, 6:00 PM: Gov. McMaster will address the Bob Jones University Public Policy Organization, Bob Jones…