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Evacuation Orders Lifted for Charleston, Dorchester, Berkeley, and Colleton Counties
Sat, 09/15/2018
In coordination with local officials, Governor Henry McMaster announced that evacuation orders have been lifted for all residents in Charleston, Dorchester, and Berkeley counties, along with Edisto…Team South Carolina Prepares for Tropical Storm Florence
Fri, 09/14/2018
The South Carolina Emergency Response Team continues to track Tropical Storm Florence and remains fully dedicated to preparing for the storm's impact on South Carolina. Forecasters say that Florence…Team South Carolina Prepares for Hurricane Florence
Wed, 09/12/2018
The South Carolina Emergency Emergency Response Team continues to track Hurricane Florence and remains fully dedicated to preparing for the storm's potential impact on South Carolina. Forecasters say…Gov. Henry McMaster Lifts Mandatory Evacuations for Southern Coastal Counties
Tue, 09/11/2018
Residents in the southern most parts of South Carolina no longer need to evacuate due to Hurricane Florence. Due to updated predictions from the National Hurricane Center, Governor Henry McMaster, in…Gov. Henry McMaster Orders Mandatory Evacuations for Coastal Counties Effective Tomorrow, September 11 at Noon
Mon, 09/10/2018
Governor Henry McMaster, in coordination with local officials, has issued Executive Order 2018-29 (PDF), which orders the evacuation of coastal South Carolina residents for their personal safety as…S.C. Agencies, Residents Prepare for Hurricane Florence
Sun, 09/09/2018
The South Carolina Emergency Management Division continues to monitor Hurricane Florence, which forecasters say could affect the East Coast as a powerful storm. The state Emergency Operations Center…Gov. McMaster Requests Federal Disaster Declaration in Advance of Hurricane Florence's Potential Impact to SC
Sun, 09/09/2018
Governor Henry McMaster has submitted to President Donald Trump a request for a federal emergency declaration in anticipation of the possible impact from Hurricane Florence.Gov. Henry McMaster Declares State of Emergency to Prepare for Potential Impact from Tropical Storm Florence
Sat, 09/08/2018
Governor Henry McMaster today issued an executive order declaring a state of emergency and, along with the S.C. Emergency Management Division, has urged South Carolinians to prepare for the…Green Tech Solution, Inc Launching New Cherokee County Operations
Thu, 09/06/2018
Green Tech Solution, Inc today announced plans to locate new recycling operations in Cherokee County. The company’s $75 million investment is projected to create approximately 200 new jobs. Green…Gov. Henry McMaster Hosts 2018 Governor’s Opioid Summit
Thu, 09/06/2018
Governor Henry McMaster today hosted the 2018 Governor’s Opioid Summit, which included roundtable discussions and exhibits from healthcare professionals, state and local agencies, members of the…JTEKT North America Expands Greenville County Headquarters
Wed, 09/05/2018
JTEKT North America (JTEKT), a subsidiary of global automotive and industrial supplier JTEKT Corporation, has completed a $5.8 million expansion of its headquarters on the campus of the Clemson…Gov. Henry McMaster Announces 2018 Governor’s Opioid Summit
Wed, 09/05/2018
As part of South Carolina’s continued efforts in combatting the opioid epidemic, healthcare professionals, state and local agencies, concerned citizens and law enforcement will once again come…ShayoNano USA, Inc. Launching New Chester County Operations
Wed, 09/05/2018
ShayoNano USA, Inc., an innovative developer of advanced materials, today announced plans to construct a new manufacturing facility in Chester County. The company’s $14.7 million capital investment…Weekly Schedule: September 4, 2018
Tue, 09/04/2018
Gov. Henry McMaster’s schedule for the week of September 3rd includes:
Wednesday, September 5th at 10:00 AM: Gov. McMaster will attend an economic development grand opening celebration, Mercedes-Benz…Southern Current Launching New Solar Project in Orangeburg County
Tue, 08/28/2018
outhern Current, a leading developer in the residential, commercial and utility-scale solar markets, is expanding its solar farm portfolio with a new facility in Orangeburg County. The company is…Google Investing $600 Million in Its Berkeley County Operations
Tue, 08/28/2018
Google today confirmed plans to further expand its existing campus in Berkeley County, marking the 10-year anniversary of its data center at the Mount Holly Commerce Park. The expansion is projected…Weekly Schedule: August 27, 2018
Tue, 08/28/2018
Gov. Henry McMaster’s schedule for the week of August 27 includes: Monday, August 27, 2:00 PM: Gov. McMaster visited and toured Miracle Hill's Greenville Rescue Mission, 575 W Washington Street,…Capgemini Expanding Operations in Richland County
Thu, 08/23/2018
Capgemini, a global consulting and technology firm, today announced it is expanding its operations in Richland County with the opening of an advanced technology and development center. The new center…Organic Standard Solutions International, LLC Expanding Charleston County Operations
Thu, 08/23/2018
Organic Standard Solutions International, LLC (o2si smart solutions), a subsidiary of LGC Group’s Standards division, today announced expansion plans for its existing Charleston County facility. The…Weekly Schedule: August 20, 2018
Mon, 08/20/2018
Gov. Henry McMaster’s schedule for the week of August 20th includes:
Monday, August 20, 11:30 AM: Gov. McMaster held a press conference, Governor’s Office, State House, first floor, Columbia, S.C.…Materials Sciences Corporation Expanding Its Greenville County Operations
Thu, 08/16/2018
Materials Sciences Corporation (MSC), a technology-driven designer and advanced manufacturer of composite materials and structures for government and industry, has formally announced plans to expand…Southern Current Launching New Solar Projects in Clarendon County
Wed, 08/15/2018
Southern Current, a leading developer in the residential, commercial and utility-scale solar markets, is expanding its solar farm portfolio with three new solar facilities in Clarendon County. The…Gov. Henry McMaster’s Weekly Schedule: August 13, 2018
Mon, 08/13/2018
Gov. Henry McMaster’s schedule for the week of August 13th includes: Tuesday, August 14, 11:00 AM: Gov. McMaster will participate in a Darlington Raceway event and hold a ceremonial bill signing for…Coronal Energy Launching New Solar Project in Florence County
Thu, 08/09/2018
Coronal Energy, a leading independent solar power and energy storage provider, today announced plans for the construction of a new solar project -- the Rankin Solar Center -- in Florence County. The…Gov. Henry McMaster Forms Advisory Panel for Department of Social Services Director Search
Thu, 08/09/2018
Governor Henry McMaster today announced the formation of an advisory panel made up of a diverse group of stakeholders to assist in the search for the next director of the South Carolina Department of…Synergy Steel Locating New Operations in Lancaster County
Tue, 08/07/2018
Synergy Steel today announced plans to establish new operations in Lancaster County. The $2.8 million investment is projected to create 139 new positions. Synergy Steel provides solutions to the…Weekly Schedule: August 6, 2018
Mon, 08/06/2018
Gov. Henry McMaster’s schedule for the week of August 6th includes: Monday, August 6th, 3:00 PM: Gov. McMaster attended the official opening of the Richard W. Riley Collection, University of South…Pacolet Milliken Enterprises Launching New Solar Project in Union County
Wed, 08/01/2018
Pacolet Milliken Enterprises is launching a new renewable energy operation, Midway Green Solar, LLC, in Union County. This project is expected to bring approximately $12 million of capital investment…Weekly Schedule: July 30, 2018
Mon, 07/30/2018
Gov. Henry McMaster’s schedule for the week of July 30th includes:
Tuesday, July 31st, 10:00 AM: Gov. McMaster will hold a Ceremonial Bill Signing for H. 4727 - Conservation Bank Trust Fund,…Ridgeland Pellet Company Launching New Manufacturing Operations in Jasper County
Fri, 07/27/2018
Ridgeland Pellet Company, LLC today announced plans to launch new manufacturing operations in Jasper County. The company’s $8.1 million investment is projected to create 27 new jobs over the next…Sharonview Federal Credit Union Expanding Corporate Headquarters Within Lancaster County
Thu, 07/26/2018
Sharonview Federal Credit Union, a provider of financial services, today announced it is relocating and expanding its corporate headquarters in Lancaster County. The company’s $42 million capital…Ingevity Establishing New Corporate Headquarters in Charleston County
Wed, 07/25/2018
Ingevity Corporation (NYSE: NGVT), a North Charleston-based specialty chemicals manufacturer, today announced it is establishing a new corporate headquarters in Charleston County. Ingevity will…Gov. Henry McMaster’s Weekly Schedule: July 24, 2018
Mon, 07/23/2018
Gov. Henry McMaster’s schedule for the week of July 23rd includes: Monday, July 23rd to Tuesday, July 24th: Gov. McMaster will participate in the Republican Governors Association’s Executive…Gov. McMaster Appoints Former S.C. Attorney General Condon as Chairman of Santee Cooper’s Board of Directors
Mon, 07/23/2018
Governor Henry McMaster today announced the interim appointment of former South Carolina Attorney General Charlie Condon as chairman of Santee Cooper’s board of directors. Mr. Condon will begin…Schuff Steel Company Launching York County Operations
Thu, 07/19/2018
Schuff Steel Company, part of the DBM Global Inc. family of companies and an operating subsidiary of HC2 Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: HCHC), today announced it is launching new manufacturing operations in…Weekly Schedule: July 16, 2018
Mon, 07/16/2018
Gov. Henry McMaster’s schedule for the week of July 16th includes: Monday, July 16th-Tuesday, July 17th: Gov. McMaster will attend the Farnborough International Airshow, London, United Kingdom.SCDHHS to Continue Family Planning Program, Terminate Abortion Clinics from the Medicaid Program
Fri, 07/13/2018
Governor Henry McMaster today issued Executive Order 2018-21, which directs the S.C. Department of Health and Human Services (SCDHHS) to utilize carry-forward funds to continue the Family Planning…Kuehne Nagel, Inc. Launching Operations in Charleston County
Thu, 07/12/2018
Kuehne + Nagel, Inc., a global transport and logistics company, is launching operations in Charleston County. With this new facility, the company will be creating 180 jobs over the next three years.…Samsung to Open Connected Customer Care Center in Greenville County
Thu, 07/12/2018
Samsung Electronics America, Inc.today announced plans to open a cutting-edge customer care center in Greenville County. Established in partnership with Alorica, one of the world’s leading platforms…Statement from Gov. Henry McMaster on President Donald Trump's Supreme Court Nomination
Mon, 07/09/2018
Governor Henry McMaster today released the following statement in response to President Donald Trump's nomination of Judge Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court: “I have no doubt that Judge Brett…