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Jenna York, founder of Charleston-based Jeometry Beewear, designed the lightweight Sunny Suit to give female beekeepers a better-fitting, more comfortable alternative to traditional protective gear. (Photo/Mary Catella, Mary Kathleen Photography)
Jul 28, 2026

Charleston designer creates beekeeping suit for women

Charleston's Jenna York created Jeometry Beewear's lightweight beekeeping suit for women, improving comfort, fit and protection for female beekeepers.

Pratt Industries will invest $92.5 million to open a new manufacturing facility in York County, creating 116 jobs and expanding its recycling operations. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
Oct 8, 2025

$92.5M packaging plant to create 116 jobs in York County

Pratt Industries will invest $92.5 million to open a new manufacturing facility in York County, creating 116 jobs and expanding its recycling operations.

The R&D center will initially be housed in Spartanburg Community College’s Spark Center while a brick-and-mortar facility is being constructed. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
May 9, 2025

Biotech manufacturer of pills and tablets opens R&D hub in Spartanburg

Xoted Biotechnology Labs opens in Duncan’s Spark Center, bringing biotech innovation, R&D, and sustainable manufacturing to Spartanburg County.