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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.

Markets rebound and economic indicators hold steady as Trump’s ceasefire signals shape outlook on growth and stability. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
Apr 23, 2026

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.

Chef Josh Rogerson leads the opening team at Melrose Market, a new American brasserie concept in Columbia’s Melrose Heights. (Photo/Melrose Market)
Apr 23, 2026

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 Co. plans a $675 million investment in Orangeburg County to build a large-scale manufacturing facility and create 1,000 jobs. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
Apr 22, 2026

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.

A new WARN report details widespread layoffs across South Carolina, with more than 1,300 workers affected by closures and workforce reductions. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
Apr 22, 2026

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.

Macie & Milo’s Brew Pup features indoor outdoor space and dedicated dog parks designed for community gatherings. (Rendering/Cohn Construction)
Apr 22, 2026

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.

The building at 2222 Sumter St. in Columbia will soon house River Church in the growing NOMA District. (Photo/Colliers)
Apr 21, 2026

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.

The staging area outside of the Walmart on Eighteen Mile Road in Central remains in place shortly after the store was remodeled. (Photo/Ross Norton)
Apr 21, 2026

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.

The 76,596-square-foot Berkeley Building in Columbia’s Center Point Office Park has been sold to Lexington Health. (Photo/Colliers)
Apr 17, 2026

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 awarded grant funding to several South Carolina startups, including Vet Media Group, which received $25,000 for its educational platform for veterinarians. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
Apr 17, 2026

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 says its new imaging center in Anderson offers outpatient diagnostic services at significantly lower costs than hospital-based care. (Photo/Prisma Health)
Apr 16, 2026

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.

South Carolina is seeking public input on Opportunity Zone designations to drive investment and job growth in underserved communities. (Photo/Ross Norton)
Apr 15, 2026

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.