Milliken & Co. buying another chemicals company

Milliken & Co., a global diversified manufacturer based in Spartanburg, announced that it has signed an agreement to acquire Borchers Group Limited, a global specialty chemicals company that makes high-performance coating additives and specialty catalyst solutions.

Tax reform, education among chamber’s priorities

In its 2020 competitiveness agenda, the S.C. Chamber of Commerce called for state lawmakers to address tax and education reform as the second half of the legislative session resumes.

Allegiant to launch Charleston-Louisville flights

Allegiant Air will begin twice-weekly direct flights between Charleston International Airport and Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport in May, part of the company’s largest expansion in its history. Allegiant began serving Charleston in 2018.

Lake Murray site of new collegiate fishing tournament

Anglers competing in the 2-day June event organized by the Association of College Anglers and Bass Pro Shops Collegiate Bass Fishing Series will launch boats and weigh catches at Dreher Island State Park.

Port reports best calendar year in its history

The S.C. Ports Authority said it handled 2.44 million TEUs in 2019, a 5% year-over-year increase and the highest volume in port history. Last month, the port handled 187,882 TEUs at the Wando Welch and North Charleston container terminals.

• Clemson graduate program named top in the nation
• Darwin Simpson to return to Patriots Point board
• The thirst is over for Craft and Draft Irmo patrons
• Beer wholesalers join campaign against human trafficking

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