Investor Spotlight

Investing in the South Carolina I-77 Alliance is more than just a financial decision—it’s a strategic move that can benefit any business looking to establish or expand its footprint in a rapidly growing region. The Alliance, a county-driven, non-profit economic development organization, is dedicated to promoting and positioning five counties – Chester, Fairfield, Lancaster, Richland,… Continue Reading »

Successful economic development is multifaceted, requiring the alignment of various public and private interests. Successful alignment requires a team of players with specialized skills and critical resources for turning large industrial and commercial prospects into reality. These players include utilities, railway companies, state and local officials, engineers, real estate and other professionals, and tying these… Continue Reading »

Economic development is a complex endeavor that requires successfully aligning the interests and requirements of multiple public and private stakeholders. It can be a dizzying dance, and the steady hand of experienced legal counsel is vital to the process. Sam Moses, a Partner with the Columbia office of Charlotte-based Parker Poe, is such a hand…. Continue Reading »

A rising tide lifts all boats, even when pulled by a train. That’s been a driving philosophy for the Lancaster & Chester Railroad (L&C), whose short-line railway has a long history of providing critical infrastructure in those two counties. The L&C was launched in 1896 to serve the booming textile mills in the area, serving… Continue Reading »