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Tips on Setting Goals for the New Year

The birth of a new year often lends itself to thoughts of goal setting or New Year’s resolutions. Psychologists say milestones like the transition to a new year is universally […]

SC Wins Scholarship

Calling all South Carolina Residents! Unlock new opportunities and empower your future by taking advantage of the SC Wins Scholarship. Acquire valuable skills that will set you on a path […]

West Virginia's King Coal Highway: A Step Forward for Interstate 73

The King Coal Highway is a proposed four-lane highway in southern West Virginia that will form a critical part of Interstate 73. Stretching approximately 95 miles through five counties, it […]

Does the Grand Strand offer fertile ground for growing small business?

Like food sustaining the body, commerce sustains communities helping fund roads, schools, public services and much more. In the 1980s there was a show called “The Victory Garden” and it […]

South Carolina Legislative Prefiling: A Comprehensive Guide

Introduction As the South Carolina General Assembly gears up for the 2024 legislative session, an important preliminary step known as prefiling has begun. Prefiling is the introduction of bills by […]

Economic Development 101: What are Spec Buildings and Why Do They Matter?

Speculative buildings, often shortened to "spec buildings," are more than just commercial spaces; they're bets on the future of communities. These structures are built without a specific tenant, but with […]

Tackling the Childcare Crisis: A Challenge and Opportunity for South Carolina

Lack of access to quality childcare poses significant challenges for families in South Carolina. A committee formed in September 2023 is looking for solutions. Forty-two percent of South Carolinians reside […]

What is the Clean Vehicle Tax Credit?

The clean vehicle tax credit is a federal incentive that can be used to reduce the cost of purchasing a new or used electric vehicle (EV) or fuel cell electric […]

So Why is Small Business Saturday Such a Big Deal?

According to the US Small Business Administration, small businesses make up about 90% of business in the US and employ approximately 47% of our workforce. Small business is the heart […]

Additional H-2B Visas to Address Labor Shortages and Fuel Economic Growth

In a significant move that will provide much-needed relief to businesses across the United States, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced a substantial expansion of the H-2B visa […]

Why is Building a Community Brand Important?

It is critical to recognize the substantial role that community marketing and branding plays in the retention and expansion of existing businesses. By effectively marketing a community's assets and nurturing […]

White House to Tackle Housing Crisis with Commercial Building Conversion

The White House announced new incentives in late October to help local and state governments bolster affordable housing supplies. The incentives focus on converting commercial office spaces into affordable housing […]

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