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The South Carolina Research Authority is a founding partner in the NSF Grid Modernization Engine, a regional initiative focused on advancing energy innovation and modernizing the electric grid. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
Jul 24, 2026

SCRA joins NSF Grid Modernization Engine initiative

SCRA is a founding partner in the NSF Grid Modernization Engine, a $15 million initiative to strengthen energy innovation and create jobs in the Carolinas.

The latest construction projects include Dorchester Paws in Summerville. (Photo/Little Diversified Architectural Consulting)
Jul 24, 2026

UNDER CONSTRUCTION: 5 South Carolina project updates

See the latest commercial construction projects across South Carolina, including developments in Summerville, Georgetown, Charleston and Orangeburg.

Businesses planning their 2027 event budgets are increasingly prioritizing attendee experience, measurable ROI and strategic sponsorships over unnecessary spending. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
Jul 23, 2026

Five key things to consider when planning an event

As businesses plan 2027 budgets, event investments should focus on attendee experience, ROI, content, venues and sponsorship value.

High home prices and mortgage rates continue to weigh on the housing market, but improving affordability and new federal housing legislation could support a gradual recovery. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
Jul 22, 2026

Housing — the struggle continues

The housing market faces affordability challenges, but lower mortgage rates, steady home prices and the ROADS Act could fuel a rebound in 2027.

Boeing added 19 more 787 Dreamliner orders during the second day of the Farnborough International Airshow, some of them going to AerCap, which in turn leases them to carriers. (Photo/Boeing)
Jul 21, 2026

Boeing adds 19 Dreamliner orders at Farnborough Airshow

Boeing secured 19 more 787 Dreamliner orders at the Farnborough Airshow, including 15 for AerCap and four for Uganda Airlines.

Huntington National Bank is opening its first Summerville branch, expanding its South Carolina presence as part of a broader Carolinas growth strategy. (Rendering/Huntington Bank)
Jul 21, 2026

Huntington National Bank opens first Summerville branch

Huntington National Bank is opening its first Summerville branch as part of a Carolinas expansion that includes 55 new locations.

A Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner flies above Manila. Philippine Airlines has committed to growing its fleet of North Charleston-made jets. (Photo/Boeing)
Jul 20, 2026

Boeing lands up to 148 jet orders at Farnborough Airshow

Boeing secured orders for up to 148 aircraft at the Farnborough Airshow, including up to 48 Boeing 787 Dreamliners to be built in North Charleston.

Greenville Head Spa has found a home at 206 Adley Way in Greenville with the help of Foster Commercial agent Matt Foster. (Photo/Foster Commercial)
Jul 20, 2026

HOT PROPERTIES: South Carolina commercial real estate deals

Hot Properties highlights commercial real estate transactions across South Carolina, including Greenville, Columbia and Charleston leases, land sales and investments.

The Charleston Place has completed the latest phase of its $150 million renovation, introducing a new Club Level, rooftop pool and extensively renovated guest accommodations in downtown Charleston. (Photo/The Charleston Place)
Jul 17, 2026

The Charleston Place finishes next phase of “reimagination” project

  After announcing the project in 2022, The Charleston Place in downtown Charleston announced the completion of the next phase in its $150 million renovation project. The latest phase of […]

Clemson University has joined the NSF Grid Modernization Engine in the Carolinas, a regional initiative advancing next-generation electric grid technologies and energy resilience. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
Jul 16, 2026

Clemson joins NSF Grid Modernization Engine

Clemson University joined the NSF Grid Modernization Engine in the Carolinas, advancing electric grid technology, energy resilience and workforce innovation.

Woodfield Development has begun construction on a 285-unit apartment community at Ashley Landing in West Ashley, part of a broader mixed-use redevelopment. (Rendering/Woodfield Development)
Jul 16, 2026

Woodfield Development starts West Ashley apartments

Woodfield Development is beginning construction on 285 apartments at Ashley Landing in West Ashley, adding new housing as part of a major redevelopment.

The latest Under Construction roundup highlights commercial projects underway across South Carolina, including industrial, office, retail and community developments. The expansion of M. B. Kahn is expected to be complete in January. (Rendering/Cline)
Jul 16, 2026

UNDER CONSTRUCTION: M B Kahn adds to office space

  Under Construction is a roundup of some of the recent and ongoing commercial construction projects going on across South Carolina. Architects, contractors, engineers and other players in the construction industry are […]