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Small town charm: Williamston seeks balanced approach to long term development with Cross Creek Realty

A proposed development from Cross Creek Reality could bring a brewery, walking trails, outdoor amphitheater and green space to Williamston.

Past-forward: Alice Company builds on a legacy of finding opportunities

Founded in 1923 in Pickens County as Alice Manufacturing Company, Alice Company is now headed by E. Smyth McKissick IV — the fifth generation of the family to lead the firm.

SCRA provides almost $7 million in grants to Clemson, UofSC, Francis Marion

South Carolina Research Authority announced it has provided over $3.3 million in grant funding to select colleges and universities for research projects.

Malouf Companies announces $47.2M investment to establish operations in Laurens

Malouf Companies, a diverse consumer goods business, announced July 28 plans to invest $47.2 million to establish operations at 101 Michelin Drive in Laurens.

Jeremiah’s Italian Ice coming to Krystal’s former Woodruff Road spot

Florida-based dessert franchise Jeremiah’s Italian Ice will be opening in the former Krystal location just off Woodruff Road.

Who’s behind the counter at popular Upstate franchise locations?

We’re talking about franchise owners, the sometimes hidden faces who are just as much a part of the local economy as the mom-and-pop shop owners.

Southern First reports $10.3M in 2Q21 net income

“We are incredibly excited about our performance in the second quarter of 2021,” said Southern First Bank chief executive officer Art Seaver.

Furman leverages the power of relationships to launch GVL STARTS this fall

Twenty-five participants will be selected for the eight-week program that begins Aug. 17.

ABB selling Greenville-based DODGE division for $2.9 billion

The deal is intended to leverage both companies' strengths in the aerospace, defense and industrial markets.

On the Move: TD Bank’s new Mid-South Metro president Hugh Allen

Hugh Allen is TD Bank’s new Mid-South Metro president, which includes South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia and Delaware. In this role, he will provide strategic…