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DeepBD Launching Its First Charleston County Operations
Thu, 12/06/2018
DeepBD, a developer and operator of artificial intelligence platforms, today announced new operations in Charleston County. The company’s $1.6 million investment is projected to create 30 new jobs.…DRÄXLMAIER Completes New Spartanburg County Expansion
Tue, 12/04/2018
The DRÄXLMAIER Group, one of the world’s top automotive suppliers, has completed a new expansion of its existing manufacturing operations in Spartanburg County. This expansion represents an…Agtruss, Inc. Expanding Its Lee County Operations
Tue, 12/04/2018
Agtruss, Inc., a leading manufacturer of agricultural trusses for the poultry and livestock industries, is expanding its Lee County operations. The company’s $2.8 million investment is projected to…Weekly Schedule: December 3, 2018
Mon, 12/03/2018
Gov. Henry McMaster’s schedule for the week of December 3rd includes:
Monday, December 3, 5:30 PM: Gov. McMaster and First Lady will participate in the Governor's Mansion Christmas Open House, 800…Blue Sky Processing LLC Launching Beaufort County Operations
Fri, 11/30/2018
Blue Sky Processing LLC, a processer of hemp fiber for a variety of applications, today announced plans to locate new operations in Beaufort County. The company’s $2.5 million investment is projected…Gov. Henry McMaster Announces the Next Chairman of the Commission on Higher Education
Fri, 11/30/2018
Governor Henry McMaster today announced former South Carolina state Senator Wes Hayes as the next Chairman of the Commission on Higher Education. “Wes Hayes has served the state of South Carolina…Bosch Expanding Anderson County Operations
Fri, 11/30/2018
Bosch, a leading global supplier of technology and services, is expanding its existing Anderson County operations. To accommodate the company’s continued growth, Bosch is investing an additional $45…Press Logistics for Governor's Mansion Christmas Open House December 3
Fri, 11/30/2018
Governor Henry McMaster and First Lady Peggy McMaster invite South Carolinians and their families to join them for a Christmas Open House on Monday, December 3, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at the…Sundaram-Clayton Limited expanding Dorchester County operations
Thu, 11/29/2018
Sundaram-Clayton Limited (SCL), a leading Indian manufacturer and supplier of aluminum cast products to global original equipment manufacturers, today announced that it is further expanding its…Charlie Condon to Serve as Chairman of Santee Cooper’s Board
Wed, 11/28/2018
Governor Henry McMaster today issued the following statement in response to the Supreme Court’s ruling confirming the validity of his appointment of former South Carolina Attorney General Charlie…QEMS, Inc. Announces York County Operations
Wed, 11/28/2018
Quality Electronic Manufacturing Services, Inc. (QEMS), a provider of electronics manufacturing services, today announced that it has located new operations in York County. The company’s $7.6 million…Governor's Mansion Christmas Open House Scheduled For December 3
Tue, 11/27/2018
Governor Henry McMaster, First Lady Peggy McMaster, and the First Family invite South Carolinians and their families to join them for a Christmas Open House on Monday, December 3, from 5:30 PM to 7:…Gov. Henry McMaster Announces Resignation of S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce Executive Director
Mon, 11/26/2018
Governor Henry McMaster today announced Cheryl Stanton’s resignation as Executive Director of the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW), effective December 7, 2018. “Director…52nd Annual Governor's Carolighting
Mon, 11/19/2018
Governor Henry McMaster, First Lady Peggy McMaster, and the First Family will celebrate the beginning of the holiday season with the 52nd Annual Governor's Carolighting at the South Carolina State…Domino’s to Open New Processing Facility in Lexington County
Wed, 11/14/2018
Domino’s, the Michigan-based pizza restaurant chain, today announced plans to open a new processing facility in Lexington County. The company’s new project is slated to create 75 jobs. Founded in…Bintelli LLC Growing Charleston County Operations
Wed, 11/14/2018
Bintelli LLC, an Inc. 5000 company and manufacturer and distributor of mopeds, scooters and electric vehicles for a variety of applications, today announced another expansion of its Charleston County…Weekly Schedule: November 13, 2018
Tue, 11/13/2018
Gov. Henry McMaster’s schedule for the week of November 13th includes: Tuesday, November 13, 12:00 PM: Gov. McMaster will attend the Public Service Authority Evaluation and Recommendation Committee…Gnotec Group Locating New Operations in Orangeburg County
Thu, 11/08/2018
Gnotec Group, a supplier to the automotive industry, is locating new operations in Orangeburg County. The company’s $5.9 million investment is projected to create 78 new jobs in the community. Gnotec…Carolina Poly, Inc. Expanding Its Chester County Operations
Wed, 10/31/2018
Carolina Poly, Inc., a venture of Poly-America, one of the largest polyethylene film manufacturers in the United States,is expanding its Chester County operations. The company’s $25 million capital…Weekly Schedule: October 29, 2018
Mon, 10/29/2018
Gov. Henry McMaster’s schedule for the week of October 29th includes: Monday, October 29, 10:00 AM: Gov. McMaster joined state and federal agency officials and representatives from non-profits for…Record Cuts to Unemployment Tax Rate Announced
Fri, 10/26/2018
Governor Henry McMaster and S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) Executive Director Cheryl Stanton announced that the 2019 tax rates for businesses will be an average of 18.8 percent…Nucor Building Systems Expanding Lexington County Operations
Thu, 10/25/2018
Nucor Building Systems, a leading manufacturer of custom, pre-engineered metal building systems, is growing its existing operations in Lexington County. The company’s $7 million investment is…Nutramax Laboratories Expanding Lancaster County Operations
Wed, 10/24/2018
Nutramax Laboratories and its family of companies, a leading manufacturer and marketer of nutritional supplement products for people and their pets, are expanding operations in Lancaster County. The…Gov. Henry McMaster Announces Horry/Georgetown Team South Carolina Day
Fri, 10/19/2018
Governor Henry McMaster will be joined by state and federal officials and non-profit organizations for Team South Carolina Day for Horry and Georgetown Counties Monday, October 22 in Conway, South…British Airways Unveils Plans for Non-stop Air Service Between South Carolina and the U.K.
Thu, 10/18/2018
British Airways, a full-service global airline, today announced plans for new, non-stop air service between London’s Heathrow Airport and the Charleston International Airport. The twice-weekly flight…Disaster Recovery Center Opening in Darlington County
Wed, 10/17/2018
The State of South Carolina and FEMA are opening a Disaster Recovery Center in Darlington (Darlington County) Wednesday, Oct. 17. Eight additional centers are open in the areas affected by Hurricane…Huvis Indorama Advanced Materials Launching Operations in Spartanburg County
Wed, 10/17/2018
Huvis Indorama Advanced Materials, a 50-50 joint venture between Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited and South Korea-based Huvis Corporation, is launching new manufacturing operations at Auriga…Green Energy Biofuel Locating New Facility in Aiken County
Tue, 10/16/2018
Green Energy Biofuel today announced plans to locate a new recycling facility in Aiken County. The company’s $4.3 million capital investment is projected to create more than 40 jobs over the next…Mobile Disaster Recovery Center Visits Horry County for Three Weeks
Tue, 10/16/2018
A Mobile Disaster Recovery Center (MDRC) will be visiting locations throughout Horry County over the next three weeks. MDRCs are mobile disaster resources that allow state and local officials to…Gov. Henry McMaster Creates Statewide Commission to Address Flooding
Mon, 10/15/2018
Governor Henry McMaster today issued Executive Order 2018-50 (PDF), which creates the South Carolina Floodwater Commission. The governor has created the Commission due to a need for…Southern Current Launching New Solar Projects in Marion County
Tue, 10/09/2018
Southern Current, a leading developer in the residential, commercial and utility-scale solar markets, is expanding its solar farm portfolio with five new solar facilities in Marion County. The…Linde Hydraulics Corporation Establishing New Facility in York County
Tue, 10/09/2018
Linde Hydraulics Corporation, a global manufacturer of hydraulic and electronic drive systems, today announced plans to locate new production operations in York County. The company’s $13.4 million…Disaster Recovery Center Opening in Florence County
Mon, 10/08/2018
The State of South Carolina and FEMA will open a Disaster Recovery Center in Florence County on Wednesday, Oct. 10. Disaster Recovery Centers offer in-person support to individuals and businesses in…Weekly Schedule: October 8, 2018
Mon, 10/08/2018
Gov. Henry McMaster’s schedule for the week of October 8th includes: Monday, October 8, 12:00 PM: Gov. McMaster attended the Memorial Service for Sgt. Terrence Carraway, Florence, S.C.…Nupi Americas to Expand Hampton County Operations
Thu, 10/04/2018
Nupi Americas, Inc. today announced that the company will invest $6.2 million in an expansion of its current manufacturing and distribution facility at the Southern Carolina Industrial Campus in…Gov. Henry McMaster Takes Steps to Assist Local Governments with Mosquito Abatement
Thu, 10/04/2018
Governor Henry McMaster today sent a letter to S.C. Treasurer Curtis Loftis requesting the transfer of $4 million from the Unclaimed Property Account to the S.C. Emergency Management Division (SCEMD…Caterpillar Locating New Operations in Greenwood County
Thu, 10/04/2018
Caterpillar Inc., one of the world’s leading manufacturers of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives, will locate a…Wheel Pros Establishing New Manufacturing and Distribution Operations in York County
Wed, 10/03/2018
Wheel Pros, LLC, a leading designer, marketer and distributor of branded aftermarket wheels, today announced plans to establish new manufacturing and distribution operations in York County. The $13.9…Evanesce Packaging Solutions, Inc. Locating Production Facility in Colleton County
Wed, 10/03/2018
Evanesce Packaging Solutions, Inc.today announced plans to locate its first large-scale production operations in Colleton County. The facility, which will manufacture compostable food service trays,…MAHLE Behr Expanding Its Charleston County Operations
Wed, 10/03/2018
MAHLE Behr Charleston Inc., a leading supplier of air conditioning and radiator assemblies, is expanding its manufacturing operations in Charleston County. The company’s $36 million investment is…