Congress considers easy forgiveness for PPP loans

The president and CEO of the S.C. Bankers Association said Congress is considering legislation that would make it easier for the federally backed Paycheck Protection Program loans to be forgiven. One version would allow loans under $150,000 to be forgiven with a simplified, one-page document.

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.

Samsung honors Synnex Corp. as 2020 Distribution Partner

Synnex Corp. was awarded the Samsung Smart Signage Award for Overall Distribution Partner of the Year during an online conference for the audiovisual and information communication industry July 15- 16. 

10,000 Headshots offers free headshots for unemployed

As state unemployment rates reached 8.7% in June, Greenville photographers are joining in a national effort to help bring unemployment down to pre-pandemic numbers.

Ten at the Top releases mid-year report

The new year brought with it a focus on transportation access and mobility, senior needs, entrepreneurial services for “disconnected” communities, and talent attraction but Ten at the Top Executive Director Dean Hybl knew the organization would have to regroup and refocus once the COVID-19 pandemic reached the South Carolina Upstate. “By continuing to think creatively and work collaboratively, the Upstate will address the challenges ahead," he says.

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