S.C. adds 800 construction jobs in December

S.C. adds 800 construction jobs in December

South Carolina added 800 construction jobs in December 2019, part of an increase of 3,500 for the year. Data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics show that the state ranked 11th in the nation in December job increases.

Federal Trade Commission refunds $1.7 million to residents

In 2019, S.C. residents filed 44,526 fraud complaints with the Federal Trade Commission Bureau of Consumer Protection, resulting in nearly $1.74 million in refunds.

Don't bet the farm on hemp just yet in S.C.

Today, the Palmetto State has 114 licensed hemp farmers and more than 40 licensed processors, putting the state 25th out of the 37 states that grow hemp. This isn’t just a matter of buying seed and growing non-weed, however.

Grant awarded to inspire next generation of aviation workers

Students at Greenville Technical Charter High School learned last week their school is one of 17 in the country selected by American Airlines to receive a Flight Education Grant, designed to inspire aviation's next workforce.

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