Category: Business

News about Dillon County, SC, economic development and the Dillon County, SC, business community at the municipal, county, and state levels as well as other related news of interest

SC Ports Celebrates Construction Milestone At Leatherman Terminal

CHARLESTON, SC — JAN. 31, 2020 — The Hugh K. Leatherman Sr. Terminal is taking shape along the Cooper River as S.C. Ports Authority prepares to open the new container terminal in March 2021.

SCPA Has Best Calendar Year In Its History

South Carolina Ports Authority had its best calendar year in its history, handling 2.44 million twenty-foot equivalent container units (TEUs) in 2019, a 5% increase year-over-year.

Herald Office Solutions Giving Back To The Community With Red Cross Blood Drive

Herald Office Solutions will host a community blood drive with the American Red Cross on Wednesday, January 22 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Herald Office Solutions – 110 East Roosevelt Street.

Huber Engineered Woods LLC To Establish Operations In Dillon County

Huber Engineered Woods LLC (HEW), a leading manufacturer of specialty building products throughout the United States, has announced plans to establish operations in Dillon County.

Port Sees Steady Growth In 2019

South Carolina Ports Authority has seen steady growth across multiple business segments in 2019, handling nearly 2.25 million twenty-foot equivalent container units (TEUs) since January.

Willard Working To Improve Overall Health Of Patients

CareSouth Carolina’s Samantha Willard, MHA, MSN, APRN, FNP, looks to connect with patients and build lasting relationships while helping to improve their overall health.

PHOTO GALLERY: Luncheon Highlights SCPA’s Huge Impact On Pee Dee

A luncheon was held recently, hosted by the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce, to highlight the impact of the South Carolina Ports Authority on the Pee Dee Region.

SC PORTS: Powerful Economic Engine For State

South Carolina Ports Authority has long been a powerful economic engine for South Carolina, and as container volumes have doubled over the past decade, the Port’s positive economic impact on the state has significantly increased.

State Of The Port Given; Best Days Are Ahead

South Carolina Ports Authority President and CEO Jim Newsome has always had a vision for S.C. Ports, ensuring its best days are ahead.

SCPA Reports Best September On Record For Cargo Volumes

South Carolina Ports Authority’s momentum continues in early fiscal year 2020 with the best September on record for cargo volumes.