SCBIZ Daily for May 20, 2020

Governor extends state government, praises COVID-19 response

Henry McMaster signed a continuing resolution to keep the government operating without interruption. He also urged legislative leaders to call the S.C. General Assembly back into session to facilitate delivery of federal relief funds.

Greenville Tech to return to face-to-face classes in the fall

Greenville Technical College administrators expect to welcome students back in the fall, some in person, others online.

Kion North America names new CEO

Summerville-based forklift manufacturer Kion North America has named Jonathan Dawley as its new president and CEO. Dawley oversaw the Americas region for a subsidiary of Sany Heavy Industry Corp. for the past two years.

Work continues at Unity Park as city budget passes reading

The city of Greenville’s $101 million fiscal year 2021 budget was approved during a first reading and public hearing Monday night without any increases on taxes or fees. Mayor Knox White says budget for next year is in good shape.

Mount Pleasant insurance agency among top in S.C.

Mount Pleasant-based insurance agency Brightway, The Howard Agency, has been recognized as one of the top five insurance agencies in South Carolina by property insurance company Lighthouse Insurance. Lighthouse recognized agencies that saw the greatest increase in sales in April compared with previous months.

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