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Business leaders press state Senate for infrastructure funds
The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce warned that the state budget faces delays as the state Senate grapples with business demands that more money be allocated to infrastructure needs. Read More...
Upstate land trust groups join liability insurance program
Two Upstate land trust groups, Upstate Forever and Spartanburg Area Conservancy, have joined a liability insurance program that provides coverage in conservation-related legal disputes. Read More...
Clemson University receives $5M grant to recruit blacks into computing
The National Science Foundation awarded Clemson University a $5 million grant to increase blacks’ participation in computer sciences. The funds will establish an institute that aims to recruit, retain and advance black students and leaders in computer science. Read More...
SBA changes contract rules for women-owned businesses
The federal government has eliminated maximum dollar amounts for certified women-owned businesses to be eligible for federal contracts under a special program. Previously, contract set-asides had to be no more than $6.5 million for manufacturing and $4 million for other contracts. Read More...
