Business Leaders Help Habitat for Humanity

A number of Upstate business leaders are pooling resources aimed at bolstering work by Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County. The group launched construction of Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County’s newest project, a home in the Abigail Springs development of Taylors.  This particular house is the inaugural project of a new Habitat for Humanity […]

Michelin North America Investing $200 Million in Anderson County

  Tire maker Michelin North America will expand its existing rubber production operations in Anderson County. The $200 million investment is expected to generate 100 new jobs. “I am proud to say this new expansion at this facility is one of the lynchpins that will allow us to maintain Michelin’s industry leadership in providing customers […]

2013 South Carolina State of the State

  Each January, much like the president does at the Federal level, the governor of South Carolina addresses a joint session of the General Assembly to describe the state of our state. If you missed Wednesday night’s address, you can watch it here or read the text of her speech below. Mr. Speaker, Mr. President, […]

YOUR TURN: “Upstate Flexes Its Export Muscle” By: Hal Johnson

  The ten counties that make up the Upstate SC Alliance have long been the engine that drives the South Carolina economy. But some recent numbers from the U.S. Commerce Department and the International Trade Administration show that the Upstate is helping to drive the national economy as well. The Upstate’s three metropolitan areas; the […]

Michelin Expansion Means $750 Million Investment and 500 New Jobs in Anderson and Lexington Counties

Michelin North America, Inc. today announced that the company will expand its Earthmover tire production in South Carolina with a $750 million investment expected to generate 500 new jobs. “There is unprecedented demand for Michelin Earthmover tires throughout the world,” said Michelin Chairman and President Pete Selleck. “It’s a tribute to the productivity of our […]

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