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.
Resilience in uncertain times: the US economy holds
Trump’s Iran ceasefire signals uncertainty, but strong GDP trends, low unemployment and a resilient U.S. economy keep markets near record highs.
Melrose Market hires chef Josh Rogerson in Columbia
Melrose Market in Columbia names chef Josh Rogerson to lead its kitchen, unveiling plans for an American brasserie in Melrose Heights.
Ferrara Candy to invest $675M in Orangeburg County
Ferrara Candy Co. plans a $675M investment in Orangeburg County, creating 1,000 jobs with a new 750,000-square-foot manufacturing facility.
South Carolina layoffs top 1,300 in WARN report
South Carolina WARN report shows over 1,300 layoffs tied to plant closures and cuts at firms including Milliken, International Paper and DHL Solutions.
Cohn Construction completes Macie & Milo’s Brew Pup
Project creates a 4.32-acre venue combining a dog park and sports bar with indoor outdoor spaces.
HOT PROPERTIES: Church leases Columbia space in NOMA District
River Church leases 4,500-square-foot space at 2222 Sumter St. in Columbia’s NOMA District as commercial real estate activity continues statewide.
Walmart invests $536M in South Carolina store remodels
Walmart is remodeling 29 South Carolina stores, part of a $536M investment to upgrade layouts, technology and services statewide.
Berkeley Building in Columbia sold to Lexington Health
Colliers South Carolina brokers sale of Berkeley Building in Columbia to Lexington Health, a 76,596-square-foot office property in Center Point Office Park.
SCRA awards startup funding to SC tech companies
SCRA awards grant funding to South Carolina startups, supporting tech innovation and growth across industries including AI, health care and manufacturing
Prisma Health opens Anderson imaging center
Prisma Health opens a new imaging center in Anderson, offering MRIs, CT scans and mammograms at up to 60% lower costs than hospitals.
Gov. McMaster calls for statewide input on Opportunity Zone nominations
South Carolina seeks public input on Opportunity Zone census tracts, offering tax incentives to spur investment and job growth in underserved areas.













