Affordable housing presents a challenge for many in S.C.

A recent report found the Columbia metropolitan area ranks as the fifth most expensive in the state related to housing wage, with an average hourly wage of $17.90 needed to afford a two-bedroom residence. 

USC partnership receives $9.2 million research contract

The university’s partnership with Navatek will research power and energy systems as well as develop digital twin prototypes. The project’s goal is to optimize a ship’s electrical system to meet critical needs.

Bi-Lo parent company reverses course, will require masks

The new requirement will begin July 27 and follows moves by other retailers to require masks. The company had originally said that stores weren’t requiring masks to avoid “undue friction” between customers and staff.

Hotel industry hits bottom, expects long climb back

Same day reservations have reached an all-time high at Auro Hotels while corporate travel reservations falter. According to the American Hotel and Lodging Association, the travel and leisure industry had lost 7.7 million jobs as of April.