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Duke Energy workers walk through the turbine room at Oconee Nuclear Station near Seneca. Environmental groups and Duke Energy reached a settlement tied to the utility’s proposal to merge its Carolinas and Progress subsidiaries. (Photo/Duke Energy)
Mar 10, 2026

Settlement reached in Duke Energy Carolinas merger case

Environmental groups reached a settlement with Duke Energy over its plan to combine Carolinas utilities, aiming to deliver savings and energy programs for SC customers.

Greenville City Council approved $26 million in land purchases along Falls Street for a proposed mixed-use development that would include a hotel conference center housing offices and expanded public space near Falls Park. (Photo/City of Greenville)
Mar 10, 2026

Greenville City Council approves $26M purchase for proposed Falls Street plan

Greenville City Council approved $26M in land purchases along Falls Street for a mixed-use project with a hotel conference center, housing offices and green space.

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Mar 4, 2026

SCRA awards grants, adds 7 tech members

South Carolina Research Authority awards grants to Chipp, Sentec, Atapic and Tada AI and adds seven new member tech companies statewide.

The South Carolina Department of Commerce awarded $760,000 to 14 projects statewide through its 2026 Relentless Challenge grant program. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
Mar 3, 2026

SC Commerce awards $760K in Relentless grants

South Carolina Department of Commerce awards $760,000 to 14 projects through the 2026 Relentless Challenge, supporting small business and innovation.

Construction continues on a new home funded in part through Charleston County’s Housing Our Future Trust Fund. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
Feb 25, 2026

Charleston County housing initiative provides $6.6M in funds for 200 units

Charleston County awards $6.6M from the Housing Our Future Trust Fund to support near-ly 200 affordable and workforce housing units.

Annie Caggiano brings more than 20 years of experience in economic development, most recently for the state Commerce Department. (Photo/Central SC Alliance)
Feb 23, 2026

Central SC Alliance names Annie Caggiano SVP

Central SC Alliance appoints Annie Caggiano as senior vice president of business recruitment to drive investment and job growth in the Midlands.

Savannah River National Laboratory has launched the Mark-18A recovery program to extract rare plutonium-244 and heavy curium at Savannah River Site. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
Feb 18, 2026

Plutonium-244 recovery efforts begin at Savannah River Site

Savannah River National Laboratory launches Mark-18A recovery program to extract rare plutonium-244 and heavy curium at Savannah River Site.

The Citadel announced four finalists to take over as president when Gen. Glenn Walters retires June 30 after eight years leading the military college. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
Feb 17, 2026

The Citadel chooses four candidates to serve as 21st president

The Citadel announced four finalists for president as Gen. Glenn Walters prepares to retire June 30 after eight years leading the military college.

Construction is expected to take about 18 months for the new Columbia-Richland Fire Department Station 2 in Olympia, a 15,000-square-foot facility designed to support the area’s growth and enhance emergency response capabilities. (Rendering/Stewart Cooper Newell Architects)
Feb 6, 2026

Columbia breaks ground on new Olympia Fire Station 2

Columbia-Richland Fire Department breaks ground on a $10 million Fire Station 2 in Olympia, a 15,000-square-foot facility to support regional growth.

Ty Davenport’s role will include recruiting new business to Orangeburg County. (Photo/Orangeburg County Development Commission)
Feb 4, 2026

Orangeburg County names Ty Davenport executive director

Orangeburg County Development Commission appoints Ty Davenport as executive director, bringing 20+ years of economic development and business recruitment experience.

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Feb 3, 2026

Julie Kunkle promoted to director at S.C. Commerce

Julie Kunkle has been promoted to director of global business development at the South Carolina Department of Commerce following six years as deputy director.

West Columbia has launched a $15 million Mill Village and Alexander Road project to upgrade utilities, reduce flooding and improve safety and mobility. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
Jan 26, 2026

West Columbia begins $15M Mill Village overhaul

West Columbia has launched a $15 million Mill Village and Alexander Road project to upgrade utilities, reduce flooding and improve safety and mobility.