WestLawn groundbreaking continues BullStreet momentum

The 79,000-square-foot building will feature a mix of office and retail space and will be constructed of cross-laminated timber, a renewable commercial building material that reduces labor costs and reliance on concrete and steel.

Unemployment rate drops; job search requirement reinstated

South Carolina’s unemployment rate dropped to 5.2% in February from 5.3% in January as the state announced unemployment insurance claimants must again complete two job searches each week to remain eligible for benefits.

Lugoff-Elgin journalism teacher finalist for state award

Jenny Proctor, who teaches ninth through 12th grades and is an 18-year education veteran, received $10,000 and advances to the next stage of competition for S.C. Teacher of the Year. The winner will be announced in May.