Luck Cos., a crushed-stone aggregates and environmental-performance products provider based in Virginia, will invest $132 million over the next 20 years at its site in Enoree in Spartanburg County, the company announced Jan. 7.
The investment is expected to create 25 jobs and is part of Luck Cos.’ $450 million investment over 20 years to grow operations in South Carolina.
The other investments include:
- $93 million to develop a new site in Chester County and create 25 jobs.
- $70 million to develop its 434-acre quarry site in Edgefield County and create 10 jobs.
- $40 million over 10 years to develop a 330-acre quarry site in Saluda County and create 10 jobs.
- $90 million at the Fairfield County site to meet growing demand.
- $25 million to build a permanent plant at the Kershaw County site, located west of Highway 601 in Kershaw.
“Our growth strategy is about expanding the reach of our people-focused mission,” said Luck Cos. Chief Growth Officer Joe Carnahan in a statement. “We believe in creating opportunities for our associates, and for those in the community. Our goal is to have a positive impact across the new communities we’re joining, including the counties of Chester, Edgefield, Fairfield, Kershaw, Saluda and Spartanburg.”
For more information, visit luckcompanies.com.
Spartanburg Community College announces facilities master plan
In the wake of surging enrollment, Spartanburg Community College announced Jan. 8 the development of a comprehensive facilities master plan to guide investment in the school’s physical infrastructure over the coming years.
According to SCC, the plan focuses on strategic upgrades, new developments and transformative renovations that will enable the college to remain a leader in higher education and workforce development.
Elements of the plan include:
- Modernized learning spaces — involves renovations to existing classrooms and labs to integrate advanced technology. The plan includes new buildings in Spartanburg and Cherokee counties.
- Enhanced student amenities — involves investments in spaces that promote student wellbeing to include updated recreational areas, study hubs and dining options.
- Community-focused growth — involves creation of multipurpose spaces designed to strengthen partnerships with local businesses and organizations.
For more information, visit sccsc.edu.
Inman’s myMechanic Inc. joins SCRA as member company
The South Carolina Research Authority announced Jan. 7 that myMechnic Inc. has been accepted as a member company.
The Inman-based information technology startup has developed an application that links logistic fleet companies with service providers.
