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Message from Secretary Hitt: Education today for future economic success

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Silgan Containers expanding operations in Lancaster County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Silgan Containers, a leading manufacturer of metal food packaging, today announced plans to expand operations in Lancaster County.

Phoenix Specialty Mfg. Co. expanding operations in Bamberg County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Phoenix Specialty Mfg.

Message from Secretary Hitt: Mask up to prevent the spread

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News in International Strategy and Trade: S.C. Commerce India office hosts investors meeting

The South Carolina Department of Commerce’s India office recently hosted a virtual investors meeting in partnership with Tiruppur Exporters Association, a leading industry association of Indian textile exporters, and business stakeholders.

News in Workforce: RWA activity across the state

RWAThere are few cases in history where the ebb and flow of the wor

Team S.C. remembers the legacy of longtime economic developer

Mike BriggsEarlier this week, South Caro

Message from Secretary Hitt: S.C.'s global reputation as a brand state

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Message from Secretary Hitt: Success through leading logistics

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Paper Converters Inc. expanding operations in Colleton County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Paper Converters Inc., a paper tube manufacturer, today announced plans to expand operations in Colleton County. The company’s $500,000 investment is projected to create 10 new jobs. 

Walmart selects Dorchester County as site for new distribution center

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Walmart has announced plans to build a $220 million distribution center in Dorchester County, near Ridgeville, South Carolina.

Message from Secretary Hitt: The far-reaching impacts of life sciences

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Aero Precision/Kellstrom Defense establishing operations in Greenville County

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Aero Precision/Kellstrom Defense, a leading military aviation sustainment provider, today announced plans to establish operations in Greenville County.

Message from Secretary Hitt: Digital adaptability

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News in Innovation: SC Codes and Tallo partner to offer digital badges

SC Codes and Tallo, an online platform that connects talent with opportunities, have announced a new partnership designed to open educational and workforce pathways for those with programming skills.&

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