Archive for year: 2023

This week, the SC Chamber released its annual Results for Business report reflecting on their advocacy efforts during the 2023 state legislative session. The 2023 Results for Business report emphasized that the SC Chamber’s advocacy resulted in over a $1.14 billion impact for South Carolina’s business community, or approximately $6,640 per employer in the state. In a year when the General Fund had record revenues, the General Assembly and the SC Chamber were able to use those dollars to deliver results for the business community. Every dollar saved for businesses is another dollar to be reinvested in South Carolina’s economy.

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The South Carolina Leading Index (SCLI) fell in June to a value (following revisions) of 102.37.  SCLI metrics were mixed in June. Unemployment claims were 25.0 percent higher than in May. The number of issued housing permits fell 11.3 percent month-over-month while valuation for the permits fell 8.2 percent. Average weekly manufacturing hours were up 2.4 percent. The Dow Jones Composite Average was up 6.4 percent.

South Carolina’s total non-seasonally adjusted nonfarm employment rose by 8,500 net jobs to 2,313,200 in June, which was 0.4 percent higher than May numbers and 3.8 percent higher than one year ago. Sectors reporting net job gains for the month included Leisure and Hospitality (6,100); Trade, Transportation, and Utilities (1,800); Finance (1,300); Other Services (1,200); Information (1,000); Manufacturing (100); and Natural Resources and Mining (100). Net job losses were reported in the Government (-3,900), Professional and Business Services (-2,400); and Construction (-2,200) sectors. Educational and Health Services had no net change month-over-month. Compared to one year ago, the state economy added 83,600 net nonfarm jobs.

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On Thursday August 3, from 5:00 -6:00 PM, The Florence Section National Council of Negro Women is sponsoring a free Heirs’ Property and Land seminar that is open to the public. This public service seminar will take place at the Drs. Bruce and Lee Foundation public library located at 509 S Dargan Street in Florence, SC.

The seminar will be conducted by professional expert members of the Center for Heirs’ Property Preservation who will give the citizens of Florence information about their legal rights and the risks within the Heirs’ Property and Sustainable Forest Program. They will specifically discuss forestry education and services to help landowners know the value of managing their forestland for greater income and how to increase generational wealth from their property. The seminar will also offer information pertaining to legal education and direct legal services to help families reach agreements, clear title to family land, and probate estates.

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Recruiting Solutions, a leading recruitment firm and staffing agency, is excited to announce the relocation of its Florence office to 217 Dozier Blvd, Suite 202, Florence, SC.  The recently completed space marks Recruiting Solutions’ third expansion since entering the Pee-Dee market in 2015. During this time, Recruiting Solutions has successfully employed 8,500+ individuals, supporting a wide range of clients including manufacturing, technology, and professional organizations.

The newly relocated office will continue to house a team of highly skilled recruiters and staffing experts who utilize cutting-edge technology and extensive networking to provide top-tier talent. The strategic placement of the new Florence office ensures convenient access for both clients and candidates, resulting in a seamless and efficient recruitment process.

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Tap into Downtown Florence with a beer crawl like no other. Make your way through downtown businesses acting as brew pubs and sample several different craft beers. Try a few favorites or dare to delight in something a little different. This craft beer event promises to deliver a fun and unique tasting experience for all attendees.

The tasting venues will be open from 5:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. Check-in to receive your wristband, tasting glass, and pretzel necklace will take place in the Greater Florence Chamber Office (100 W. Evans Street) from 5:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.

Ticketholders must be 21 or over to attend.

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