South Carolina Atty. Gen. Alan Wilson made the following statement applauding the Senate for unanimously passing S.723: “This is not political. This is about the moral obligation we have to put children first. I'm hopeful the House of...
The South Carolina Manufacturers and Commerce (SCMC) led 24 local Chambers of Commerce in sending a letter of unified support for the South Carolina Small Business Tax Cut of 2026. “One of our highest priorities and responsibilities is...
If a debt collector calls, do you know what to do? You have rights. Debt collectors can’t harass, lie, or treat you unfairly — even if you owe the debt. Before you pay, confirm a debt is actually yours — not someone else’s or...
For many, the beginning of the year is often a time for taking stock and planning for the year to come. If you’re looking for ways to strengthen your financing footing in the new year, the Federal Trade Commission’s consumer.gov has...
South Carolina Atty. Gen. Alan Wilson announced Jan. 29, 2026, he has joined a friend-of-the-court brief with a coalition of 26 attorneys general in support of President Trump’s birthright citizenship executive order.
Mr. Speaker, Mr. President, ladies and gentlemen of the General Assembly, justices of the Supreme Court, and my fellow South Carolinians: We are here tonight to address successes, challenges, and opportunities. But first, as in prior years, I’d...
South Carolina Atty. Gen. Alan Wilson announced that the state’s law against price gouging is now in effect since Gov. Henry McMaster declared a state of emergency ahead of a winter storm expected to hit South Carolina. Wilson said, "This is...
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs recently awarded more than $77 million in grants nationwide to support the expansion and improvement of 20 state Veterans cemeteries. Officials said the investments help ensure...
State officials said the SCDOR will begin accepting 2025 Individual Income Tax returns on Monday, Jan. 26, 2026, consistent with the date announced by the IRS. Returns are due April 15, 2026. For your South Carolina return, if you both...
Gov. Henry McMaster on Jan. 12, 2026, unveiled his Executive Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027, which invests more than $1 billion in South Carolina's roads, cuts the income tax, strengthens the state's rainy day savings, and raises teacher...
On Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2026, the South Carolina General Assembly will convene for the 126th legislative session, marking the final year of the two-year session. Bills that did not pass last May will have another opportunity to advance before...
The Order of the Palmetto, South Carolina’s highest civilian honor, has been bestowed on Steve Grant by the Honorable Governor Henry McMaster. Based in Greenville, Grant has been in the financial services industry in the Upstate for more than 40...
A recent audit of the city of Greenville showed every city department coming in under budget, resulting in a savings of $8 million. Shannon Lavrin, manager of the city of Greenville, said the audit demonstrates the city’s overall financial...
Collaborative efforts identify key updates for sustainable water use
Gov. Henry McMaster, on Dec. 3, 2025, announces creation of the new Center for Cybersecurity at the South Carolina Research Authority.
Following eight years without rate increases for Greer CPW customers, the 2026 budget has been approved by commissioners, adding modest charge adjustment for water and wastewater customers.
SC Manufacturers Alliance, SC Chamber join forces to form new advocacy organization
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Community Development Financial Institutions Fund (CDFI Fund) announces 56 organizations nationally to receive Technical Assistance (TA) Awards.
U.S. SBA reminds small businesses, private nonprofit organizations in South Carolina, of Oct. 22 deadline to apply for low interest federal disaster loans due to storms on Nov. 6-14, 2024.
SCDOR's Taxpayer Advocate to visit SCDOR offices in Greenville and Charleston to help taxpayers resolve their state tax issues in person.