Study: Storm-proof construction can be affordable

Research conducted on structural damage caused by Hurricane Michael revealed that low-cost buildings can be constructed just as soundly as higher-budget projects. 

Richland County seeks input on proposed bag ban

Opinions gathered in surveys and public meetings will be reviewed by Richland County Council as it considers an ordinance that would ban retailers from providing single-use plastic bags to customers. 

DHEC: First S.C. death associated with vaping products

The S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control said the state has 35 confirmed cases of e-cigarette product use associated lung injury, known as EVALI, which it said has caused more than 40 deaths nationwide.

Metcalf: Manufacturing has changed state, workforce

There are more than 5,000 manufacturing facilities in South Carolina. And since 2011, about 66,000 manufacturing jobs have been announced.

Milliken & Co. signs United Nations Global Compact

Milliken & Co. announced Monday that the company has joined the United Nations Global Compact. The initiative is a voluntary leadership platform for the development, implementation and disclosure of responsible business practices.