Independent Regional Business & Community Journalism
A wave of foreign direct investment is reshaping the industrial landscape of Upstate South Carolina and Western North Carolina, with automotive, aerospace, and advanced manufacturing companies announcing major expansions.
The funding will establish a regional hub for quantum computing research and workforce development partnerships.
November 10, 2026
A Brookings Institution report highlights the city's diversified economy and growing professional services sector.
November 9, 2026
As billions in new industrial investment arrives, the region faces a critical skills gap that threatens long-term competitiveness.
November 8, 2026
From BMW's sprawling Spartanburg campus to a new wave of European and Asian manufacturers, the Upstate South Carolina corridor has become one of the most competitive industrial regions in the American South. Our in-depth series examines what's driving the growth — and what it means for workers, communities, and the region's future.
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Surging electricity demand from data centers, EV adoption, and industrial expansion is testing the limits of the Carolinas' power infrastructure. We examine the policy decisions, utility investments, and regulatory battles shaping the region's energy future.
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