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A new WARN report details widespread layoffs across South Carolina, with more than 1,300 workers affected by closures and workforce reductions. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
Apr 22, 2026

South Carolina layoffs top 1,300 in WARN report

South Carolina WARN report shows over 1,300 layoffs tied to plant closures and cuts at firms including Milliken, International Paper and DHL Solutions.

GE Vernova Park in Mauldin will open in June under the leadership of acting general manager Trey Kolak. (Photo/Ghost Brands)
Apr 22, 2026

GE Vernova Park names acting GM in the final weeks before first game

GE Vernova Park names Trey Kolak acting GM ahead of June opening in Mauldin, leading operations for new soccer stadium and event venue.

A new Greenville Federal Credit Union branch is planned for Cedar Lane Road in Berea to expand access to financial services. (Rendering/SHLTR Architects)
Apr 21, 2026

Greenville Federal Credit Union plans Berea branch

Greenville Federal Credit Union plans a new Berea branch on Cedar Lane Road to expand access boost jobs and serve underserved communities.

The building at 2222 Sumter St. in Columbia will soon house River Church in the growing NOMA District. (Photo/Colliers)
Apr 21, 2026

HOT PROPERTIES: Church leases Columbia space in NOMA District

River Church leases 4,500-square-foot space at 2222 Sumter St. in Columbia’s NOMA District as commercial real estate activity continues statewide.

The staging area outside of the Walmart on Eighteen Mile Road in Central remains in place shortly after the store was remodeled. (Photo/Ross Norton)
Apr 21, 2026

Walmart invests $536M in South Carolina store remodels

Walmart is remodeling 29 South Carolina stores, part of a $536M investment to upgrade layouts, technology and services statewide.

The historic building at 101 College St. in downtown Greenville is set to be transformed into a boutique hotel while preserving its early 20th-century architectural features. (Photo/Café and Then Some)
Apr 20, 2026

Greenville landmark site to become boutique hotel

Historic 101 College St. in Greenville earns landmark status as plans move forward to convert the former dealership into a boutique hotel with dining.

Greenville Technical College appointed two new deans to lead workforce development and student success initiatives. (Photo/GTC)
Apr 17, 2026

Greenville Tech names new deans for workforce programs

Greenville Technical College appoints two deans to lead workforce programs, strengthening student career pathways and industry partnerships.

SCRA awarded grant funding to several South Carolina startups, including Vet Media Group, which received $25,000 for its educational platform for veterinarians. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
Apr 17, 2026

SCRA awards startup funding to SC tech companies

SCRA awards grant funding to South Carolina startups, supporting tech innovation and growth across industries including AI, health care and manufacturing

Prisma Health says its new imaging center in Anderson offers outpatient diagnostic services at significantly lower costs than hospital-based care. (Photo/Prisma Health)
Apr 16, 2026

Prisma Health opens Anderson imaging center

Prisma Health opens a new imaging center in Anderson, offering MRIs, CT scans and mammograms at up to 60% lower costs than hospitals.

Idealworks, a German industrial automation company, has selected Greenville for its U.S. headquarters to expand robotics solutions across North America. (Photo/Idealworks)
Apr 16, 2026

German company opens US headquarters in Greenville

German automation firm Idealworks selects Greenville for its U.S. headquarters, expanding robotics solutions across North America.

South Carolina is seeking public input on Opportunity Zone designations to drive investment and job growth in underserved communities. (Photo/Ross Norton)
Apr 15, 2026

Gov. McMaster calls for statewide input on Opportunity Zone nominations

South Carolina seeks public input on Opportunity Zone census tracts, offering tax incentives to spur investment and job growth in underserved areas.

The South Carolina Research Authority added seven new member companies, including a Mount Pleasant startup that develops spray foam solutions. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
Apr 15, 2026

SCRA adds new member startups, awards funding

SCRA adds seven new member companies and awards startup funding, supporting innovation and tech growth across South Carolina.