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Premium Peanut celebrated the opening of a new peanut shelling facility in Santee, the state's first peanut shelling operation. (Photo/Ross Norton)
May 6, 2026

Premium Peanut opens Santee shelling facility

Premium Peanut opens a new shelling facility in Santee, boosting capacity, creating jobs and supporting South Carolina’s growing agribusiness sector.

Zach Giroux has joined SCBIZ as editor to lead statewide coverage and guide the brand’s continued growth. (Photo/File)
May 5, 2026

SCBIZ names Zach Giroux editor

  Zach Giroux has joined SCBIZ as editor, following over 10 years leading editorial teams and producing award-winning journalism content. As editor, Giroux will continue develop the SCBIZ brand that […]

May 4, 2026

SCBIZ launches ICON Honors awards program

SCBIZ launches ICON Honors to recognize South Carolina business leaders age 60+ for lasting impact, leadership and contributions statewide.

Sandy Almendarez joins BridgeTower Media to lead content strategy and audience growth across its portfolio of B2B brands. Photo/BridgeTower Media)
May 4, 2026

BridgeTower Media names Sandy Almendarez vice president of content

BridgeTower Media, the authoritative source for business insights, data-driven marketing solutions, and events across more than 40 specialized B2B brands, has appointed Sandy Almendarez as vice president of content. As […]

Jared Hellman and Andrew Hare started Old Duck after first pursuing separate careers elsewhere. (Photo/Old Duck)
May 4, 2026

Odd Duck growth reflects momentum in state’s startup ecosystem

Odd Duck, a Charleston-based startup, is expanding to three Lowcountry locations, highlighting South Carolina’s growing small business and startup ecosystem.

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

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.