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Sumter Easy Home LLC launching first U.S. operations in Sumter County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Sumter Easy Home LLC, a supplier of housewares and other retail goods, is locating their new manufacturing operations in Sumter County. The development is projected to bring $37 million of capital investment and create 88 new jobs.

Grants awarded to improve 15 South Carolina communities

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Fifteen communities from across South Carolina are slated to benefit from public improvement projects supported by more than $9.8 million in funds from the latest round of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. The S.C.

Message from Secretary Hitt: Team S.C. Dancing with Opportunity

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Southern Current launching new solar project in Hampton County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Southern Current, a leading developer in the residential, commercial and utility-scale solar markets, is launching a new solar farm in Hampton County. The company is investing $2.5 million in the project.

Softbox Systems launching U.S. and Canadian headquarters in Greenville County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Softbox Systems, an international temperature-control packaging provider, today announced it is expanding its Greenville County operations to house its U.S. and Canadian headquarters.

James Hardie Building Products, Inc. investing in Dorchester County operations

COLUMBIA, S.C. – James Hardie Building Products, Inc., a leading building materials company, is resuming operations at its idled manufacturing facility in Dorchester County.

Small Business: Conference for Micro-Businesses Next Week

In South Carolina, a wide range of opportunities exists to support the many companies, both large and small, that drive our economy.

Message from Secretary Hitt: Team S.C. Takes Flight

Next week, members of Team South Carolina, along with nearly 300,000 others, will be in Le Bourget, France for the 52nd International Paris Air Show.

Recycling: Food Waste Reduction Campaign to Celebrate One-Year Anniversary

Nearly one year ago, three state agencies – the S.C. Department of Agriculture, S.C. Department of Commerce and S.C.

Workforce: Team S.C. hosts Volvo Cars Employment and Training Information Sessions

In May 2015, Volvo Cars announced plans to establish its first American manufacturing operations in South Carolina.

Message from Secretary Hitt: A Game Changer for S.C.

Over the course of history, very few events take place that have the power and significance to transform an entire state.

Adger Solar launching new Aiken County solar project

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Adger Solar, a clean energy development company, intends to invest $100 million in a new solar project in Aiken County.

Protego expanding operations in Charleston County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Protego, a global manufacturer of tank and flammable vapor processing safety equipment, is expanding its South Carolina presence by establishing a new facility in North Charleston, S.C.

International: Trade Conference Bound for Southeast Europe

As Team South Carolina seeks to build on the economic success we’ve had as a state, the exploration of new marketplaces for potential trade relationships is critical

Recycling: Recycling Council Visits Greenville County Landfill

Last Thursday, South Carolina’s Recycling Market Development Advisory Council (RMDAC) gathered in Greenville County for its bi-monthly meeting.