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Nathan Thurston and Greg Johnsman paid attention to the details in creating their new restaurant, including reproducing New York City water. (Photo/Millers All Day)
Jan 22, 2026

Brooklyn-style pizza restaurant Jimmy Rosso coming to Mount Pleasant

Jimmy Rosso, a Brooklyn-inspired pizza restaurant, is set to open this summer in Mount Pleasant, bringing thin-crust pies and New York-style water.

Baxter Manufacturing announced in 2025 that it would invest $15.7 million in its plant near Westminster, in the shadow of the Blue Ridge escarpment in rural Oconee County. The expansion will lead to another 36 jobs for the plastic injection-molded automotive parts maker, the company predicted. (Photo/Ross Norton)
Jan 20, 2026

Rural employment accounts for nearly half of 2025 $9B capital investment

Taking the ranking of the third highest year for the state, South Carolina industries in 2025 committed to a total capital investment of $9.12 billion that will lead to more […]

Gather MTP, a community campus in Midtown Mount Pleasant, a mixed-use apartment community, moved a live oak to the center of its campus as opposed to clearing it during construction. (Photo/Matt Ray Photography)
Dec 10, 2025

Historic live oak relocated for Gather MTP campus

A 400,000-pound Southern live oak was relocated at Gather MTP in Mount Pleasant, preserving the heritage tree while making way for new office, dining and park space.

The Greenville State Farmers Market opens its renovated $2.4 million facility, enhancing access and visibility for farmers, small businesses and shoppers. (Photo/S.C. Department of Agriculture)
Nov 7, 2025

Greenville State Farmers Market unveils renovated facility

The Greenville State Farmers Market opens its renovated $2.4M facility, enhancing access and visibility for farmers, small businesses and shoppers in South Carolina.

Several buildings that will make up the Harvey S. Peeler Jr. College of Veterinary Medicine are under construction on West Queen Street in Pendleton, near some of Clemson University’s facilities such as the T. Ed Garrison Arena and Expo Center. (Photo/Ross Norton)
Oct 15, 2025

Clemson opens applications for first veterinary college class

Clemson University has opened applications for the first class at its new veterinary col-lege, set to welcome students in 2026.

Carolina Renewable Products will invest $280 million in Orangeburg County to build a biomass-to-renewable diesel facility at the first of several planned sites. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
Oct 8, 2025

$280M clean energy project to create 155 jobs in Orangeburg

Carolina Renewable Products will invest $280 million in Orangeburg County to build a biomass-to-renewable diesel facility and create 155 new jobs by 2026.

In the spring, South Carolina faced an increase in demand for local farmer’s soybean production following the closure of a large soybean processing facility.  According to a news release, SC Ports, the South Carolina Department of Agriculture and other private stakeholders, partnered to fill the export gap. (Photo/Sean Rayford)
Sep 22, 2025

SC Ports boost soybean exports after facility closure

SC Ports and partners filled a soybean export gap, moving 3M bushels through Charleston and boosting exports 35% to support South Carolina farmers.

Agriculture Secretary Hugh Weathers said Mikro-Technik will be a customer for the state’s forestry industry. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
May 28, 2025

Mikro-Technik brings $3.2M investment to McCormick County

German firm Mikro-Technik invests $3.2M in McCormick County to launch its first North American plant, creating 27 jobs in the natural fiber industry.

Syngenta's new Orangeburg facility will produce 16,000 tons of plant biostimulants annually, supporting U.S. farmers and sustainable agriculture. (Photo/Syngenta)
May 22, 2025

Syngenta opens ‘state-of-the-art’ biologicals plant in South Carolina

Syngenta's new Orangeburg facility will produce 16,000 tons of plant biostimulants annually, supporting U.S. farmers and sustainable agriculture.

Homanit produces medium- and high-density fiberboards used in furniture, automotive components, doors and industrial coatings. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
May 21, 2025

German-owned company to build $250M plant, create 300 SC jobs

German firm Homanit will invest $250M in a new Clarendon County, SC plant, creating 300 jobs in the largest local project in 20 years.

The Richland County Ag + Art Tour is returning for a 14th year, offering residents and visitors a unique opportunity to explore the intersection of agriculture and art in South Carolina’s capital county. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
May 9, 2025

Richland County Ag + Art Tour spotlights farms and creativity

Explore farms, art, food, and family fun at the Richland Ag + Art Tour. Discover local artisans and agriculture in this free, self-guided event.

Aerowerks will create 52 jobs at its first U.S. facility, where workers will make service equipment for the food manufacturing industry. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
May 5, 2025

Aerowerks opens first U.S. plant in Cherokee County

Aerowerks invests $10M in Cherokee County for its first U.S. facility, creating 52 jobs and expanding its food service equipment manufacturing operations.