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Michelin-star chef Johnny Curiel and his wife Kasie are expanding their acclaimed Mexican restaurant Alteño from Denver to Charleston. The new location will open this summer at The Charlee on Cannon, bringing cuisine inspired by Mexico’s Jaliscan Highlands and highlighting Charleston’s local coastal ingredients. (Photo/Alteño)
May 4, 2026

Michelin-star chef brings Denver restaurant to Charleston

Michelin-star chef Johnny Curiel is bringing his Mexican cuisine from Denver to Charleston with a new Alteño location opening this summer in The Charlee on Cannon.

Clemson researchers are developing next-generation cotton designed to reduce environmental impact and improve performance. (Photo/Clemson University)
May 1, 2026

Clemson wins $11M Bezos grant for sustainable cotton research

Clemson University secures $11M Bezos Earth Fund grant to develop sustainable cotton using gene editing, reducing water use and chemical inputs.

Barry Thompson has been promoted to East Region president at Breakthru Beverage, expanding his leadership across several key markets. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
May 1, 2026

Breakthru Beverage promotes South Carolina leader to region president

Breakthru Beverage promotes Barry Thompson to East Region president, expanding his leadership across South Carolina and key East Coast markets

Harbor Logistics has named Scott Auslund as CEO to lead its continued growth across Charleston and the Southeast. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
Apr 30, 2026

Harbor Logistics names Greenville executive its CEO in Charleston

Harbor Logistics names Scott Auslund CEO as the Charleston-based firm expands its Southeast network, warehousing capacity and port logistics services.

The Hub City Spartanburgers pay special attention to providing fans with a dish that’s near and dear to the team’s name. Fans can make burgers the way they like them at a burger bar. (Photo/Hub City Spartanburgers)
Apr 30, 2026

South Carolina ballparks elevate food with local flair

South Carolina minor league teams are transforming ballpark food with chef-driven menus, local ingredients and fan-focused dining experiences.

Rising inflation and income inequality continue to weigh on consumer confidence despite steady economic growth. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
Apr 29, 2026

Something is still not right

Consumer confidence remains low despite 2% GDP growth and low unemployment, as inflation and income gaps strain lower-income households.

A. Johnston Cox of Gallivan White Boyd in Columbia has been named president of the Association of Defense Trial Attorneys. (Photo/Lauren Miller Photography)
Apr 29, 2026

A. Johnston Cox named ADTA president

Gallivan White Boyd attorney A. Johnston Cox is named president of the Association of Defense Trial Attorneys, a national legal organization.

The Duke Endowment and MUSC are expanding a maternal and infant health program across the Carolinas with a $13 million investment. (Photo/MUSC Health Midlands Division Labor Delivery)
Apr 28, 2026

The Duke Endowment, MUSC deliver $13M expansion to maternal health program

The Duke Endowment and MUSC invest $13M to expand HEAR 4 Mamas and Babies, improving maternal and infant health across North and South Carolina

Hemingway Apartments, a 30-unit multifamily community in Conway, recently sold for $4.1 million amid strong investor demand. (Photo/Marcus & Millichap)
Apr 27, 2026

HOT PROPERTIES: Hemingway Apartments in Conway sell for $4.1M

Hemingway Apartments, a 30-unit community in Conway near Coastal Carolina University, sold for $4.1M, signaling strong demand for multifamily assets.

Ascenda Capital has acquired the 232-unit Bryant at Summerville, marking its first investment in the Charleston-area multifamily market. (Photo/Ascenda Capital)
Apr 27, 2026

Ascenda Capital buys Summerville apartments for $51.5M

Ascenda Capital acquires Bryant at Summerville for $51.5M, expanding into the Charleston market with a 232-unit community focused on workforce housing.

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Apr 24, 2026

Your best people are not leaving for more money — they are leaving because you stopped paying attention

OPINION: Your best people are not leaving for more money — they are leaving because you stopped paying attention. South Carolina leaders should prioritize employee growth and meaningful progress rather than relying solely on salary increases to retain top talent.

Juliet Spencer joins the College of Charleston as dean, bringing research expertise and a focus on student success in STEM fields. (Photo/College of Charleston)
Apr 23, 2026

College of Charleston names Juliet Spencer dean

College of Charleston appoints Juliet Spencer as dean of Natural and Environmental Sciences, bringing research leadership and focus on student success.