SC arts, humanities have ‘undeniable impact.’ Congress agrees – but funding priorities are changing
A bipartisan vote in Congress restored grant funding to the arts and humanities. But recipients question why funds were ever under threat.
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Tag: economy
College graduates grapple with the economy
Students are having a difficult time navigating the economy and preparing for the workforce as graduation nears. More than half of recent graduates are estimated to be underemployed a year after graduation.
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ESPN spotlight boosts Columbia’s local businesses, school recruiting
GameDay generated an estimated $100,000 in additional economic impact in Columbia.
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As inflation soars and personal debt rises, experts warn against predatory loan practices
Experts warn against the use of payday loans and credit cards with inflation and personal debt on the rise.
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‘Hamilton’ and other smash Broadway hits could bring big money to Columbia
Guaranteeing a longer run for popular Broadway shows such as “Hamilton” means the shows actually will play here.
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Barbecue parfaits, shrimp tacos help Walterboro with murder trial crowds
Walterboro knew it didn’t have enough lunch spots to feed all the hungry mouths the Murdaugh trial would bring in. Food trucks were the answer.
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Treasury Secretary warns of rising gas prices, but Midlands experts aren’t as pessimistic
Fields recommends Midland residents continue with normal financial behavior. Photo by Holly Poag....
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MapQuest co-founder, Columbia entrepreneurs launch start-up hub
The Boyd Foundation Community Innovation Center opened in July, and it is an entrepreneurial hub...
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New Midlands leadership council set to take over annual competitiveness report
Business leaders in the Midlands come together to take a formal approach to improving Columbia’s economic landscape.
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Surge in diesel prices hits already torn trucking industry
Hundreds of South Carolina truckers feel the pain at the pump as diesel prices hit a record average of $5 a gallon.
Read MoreA Growing Economy
Tyson Foods on Bluff Road has announced they are reopening and bringing 330 jobs to the area. Tyson Foods on Bluff Road recently announced they are opening back up – creating 330 new jobs. This comes a few months after a...
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UofSC economist predicts vaccinations will lead to faster economic recovery
As more South Carolinians take their vaccines, a UofSC economist predicts a statewide economic recovery this year.
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