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The idea behind a new center at Charleston Southern University is to help international visitors and businesses acclimate to business and culture in the Charleston area. (Photo/DepositPhotos)

Setting out a welcome map for international business

The idea behind a new center at Charleston Southern University is to help international visitors and businesses acclimate …

The Charleston-based Live Oak Restoration services large accounts across the country. (Photo/DepositPhotos)

California company buys Charleston cleaning and restoration company
S.C. Ports plans to purchase the former WestRock paper mill site in North Charleston. (Photo/SC Ports/Matthew Peacock)

SC Ports plans expansion with purchase of former manufacturing site

Manufacturing

The Honda Talon made in a timmonsville plant near Florence is one of four finalists for "Coolest Thing Made in South Carolina." (Photo/S.C. Manufacturing Alliance)

‘Coolest Thing Made in South Carolina’ narrowed to 4

Voters have through March 21 to chooses the coolest South Carolina-made product …

Distribution & Logistics

SC Ports is investing in rail capacity throughout the state to handle goods for South Carolina’s growing economy. (Photo/SC Ports)

South Carolina’s supply chain infrastructure is expanding — what to know

SC Ports is investing in rail capacity throughout the state to handle goods for South Carolina’s growing economy.

Aerospace

SkyDrive, based in Toyota, Japan, has started producing its “SKYDRIVE (SD-05)” aircraft at Suzuki Motor Corp.’s manufacturing plant in Iwata-city, Shizuoka, Japan. (Rendering/SkyDrive)

Japanese ‘flying car’ company with South Carolina ties begins production

A partnership with Suzuki marks a significant milestone in the company's mission to revolutionize urban air mobility.

Automotive

Don Bent’s tenure at Oshkosh Defense included helping lead the production in a division called Family of Medium Tactical Vehicles, which produced vehicles such as this A2 Armored truck. (Photo/Oshkosh Defense)

Oshkosh Defense executive joins Spartanburg university faculty

He will help build a new engineering program and support the expansion of …

Real Estate - Commercial

S.C. Ports plans to purchase the former WestRock paper mill site in North Charleston. (Photo/SC Ports/Matthew Peacock)

SC Ports plans expansion with purchase of former manufacturing site

Ports Authority says the purchase will enable the ports to handle more ...

Hospitality and Tourism

The state Revenue Department has charged a man with operating a business after his license was revoked. (Photo/DepositPhotos)

Charleston County restaurant owner faces 10 charges of operating without a business license

A restaurant and store offered Caribbean grocery items and a menu of Island and Southern cuisine ...

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Women Who Lead 2024

March 8, 2024, marks a global celebration of women’s achievements. This special section honors outstanding women who are leading South Carolina organizations and are setting the standards for others.

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    The North Charleston Business Expo showcases regional companies and offers the business community a rare opportunity to network with over 20[...]

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    Hospitality and Tourism

    Mount Pleasant café to open in former Perch Gastropub location in Greenville

    Hospitality company reveals design plans for new downtown Charleston park

    Drew Brees-backed fast food chain plans expansion across South Carolina

    South Carolina’s tourism industry could endure ‘devastating blow’ if this credit card bill passes

    SCDOT rebuild of Sawmill Branch Canal Trail in Dorchester County begins

    Restaurant on Charleston peninsula opens new raw bar

    National fast food brand plans expansion for South Carolina market

    Downtown Charleston restaurant expands with new lounge, event space

    The state Revenue Department has charged a man with operating a business after his license was revoked. (Photo/DepositPhotos)

    Charleston County restaurant owner faces 10 charges of operating without a business license

    A restaurant and store offered Caribbean grocery items and a menu of Island and Southern cuisine ...

    Summit Coffee, which has 13 cafes open around the Southeast, will add three Charleston-area cafes to its roster in 2024. (Photo/Summit Coffee)

    North Carolina coffee chain to open 3 Charleston locations

    The brand was founded in 1998 in Davidson, N.C., and gained popularity for its sustainable approach.

    Lowland, which opened in mid-November of last year, is part of The Pinch, a 22-suite boutique hotel on the corner of King and George streets in Charleston. (Photo/Michael Williams)

    Former FIG chef opens restaurant at The Pinch hotel in downtown Charleston

    The space occupies the Lequeux-Williams House, which was formerly a private residence dating back to the mid-1800s.

    Vicious Biscuit, the fast-casual breakfast concept with a focus on biscuit creations, is set to open this spring at 3246 Forest Drive in Forest Acres. (Photo/Andrew Cebulka)

    Charleston-based breakfast chain to open Forest Acres location

    The company currently operates six locations in three states, with its seventh being the Forest Acres spot

    Last year, nearly 58,000 Greenville fans showed up in record numbers to Bon Secours Wellness Arena, and the upcoming tournament is already on track to have an even bigger showing this year.

    SEC Women’s Basketball Tournament in Greenville spurs $16M economic impact

    The 2024 SEC Women's Basketball Tournament is back in Greenville for the seventh time since 2005.

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    Manufacturing

    Asian airlines order total of 49 North Charleston-based Boeing Dreamliners

    Manufacturing Madness is Back!

    Charleston beverage manufacturer halts SC distribution over new regulations 

    Vehicle manufacturer eyes e-mobility with $500M South Carolina expansion

    Production of key South Carolina export drives expansion for Charleston area plant

    South Carolina marks milestone of Greenville-made F-16 at Manufacturing Day

    Charleston vehicle manufacturer expands production into new market

    Merger with Charleston companies forms super Tier-1 defense manufacturer

    The Honda Talon made in a timmonsville plant near Florence is one of four finalists for "Coolest Thing Made in South Carolina." (Photo/S.C. Manufacturing Alliance)

    ‘Coolest Thing Made in South Carolina’ narrowed to 4

    Voters have through March 21 to chooses the coolest South Carolina-made product …

    The polymer extrusion and catheter design manufacturer Zeus has named Padraic “Paddy” O’Brien as CEO, effective April 1. (Photo/Zeus)

    Orangeburg-based Zeus names new CEO

    The executive is currently worldwide president of BD Peripheral Intervention at publicly traded Becton, Dickinson, and Co.

    Sometimes called “mushroom leather,” the material manufactured by MycoWorks, used in these hats by designer Nick Fouquet is based on a technology that uses mycelium, the vegetative part of a fungus. (Photo/Aysia Stieb)

    Final 8 chosen for ‘Coolest Thing Made in South Carolina’

    Voting continues until until Thursday to choose the final four …

    Don Bent’s tenure at Oshkosh Defense included helping lead the production in a division called Family of Medium Tactical Vehicles, which produced vehicles such as this A2 Armored truck. (Photo/Oshkosh Defense)

    Oshkosh Defense executive joins Spartanburg university faculty

    He will help build a new engineering program and support the expansion of …

    Leonardo DRS, through its subsidiary, DRS Naval Power Systems, has selected Berkeley County to establish the company’s first South Carolina operation. (Photo/Leonardo DRS)

    Defense manufacturer to establish SC operations with $120M Berkeley County facility

    The company provides naval power and control technology solutions for the U.S. Navy and allied navies.

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