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Around 40% of industrial and manufacturing businesses in Dorchester County are foreign owned. These organizations provide jobs, educational opportunities, and […]

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Dorchester County recognizes that the taxing structure of a state is an important factor when deciding to locate or expand […]

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Dorchester County’s well-designed and reliable infrastructure can help give you peace of mind that your operations will run smoothly and […]

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Dorchester County, SC, blends southern charm with modern amenities, just 25 miles from Charleston. Top-notch schools, affordable housing, excellent healthcare, […]

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Located in the Charleston Region of South Carolina, Dorchester County is one of the fastest-growing areas in the state. With […]

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John M. Truluck, SCCED Director John M. Truluck leads the economic development team with dedication and experience. He was named […]

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Jim Martin Chairman Lauren Bailey Vice Chair Brad Mallett Secretary-Treasurer Eddie Crosby Board Member Skip Elliott Board Member Todd Friddle […]

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Dorchester County Economic Development’s mission is to create an environment that supports new business growth and retention, enabling companies to […]

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Scout to Hold Groundbreaking Ceremony

For Immediate Release October 18, 2023   Summerville, SC – Scout Boats, Inc. is further expanding its Summerville, South Carolina […]

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Tri-County STEMersion Receives 2023 Excellence in Economic Development Silver Award from the International Economic Development Council

(September 26, 2023) Tri-County STEMersion received a 2023 Excellence in Economic Development Silver Award from the International Economic Development Council […]

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Do More in Dorchester DiscoverDorchester County With a strong foothold in the Lowcountry of South Carolina, Dorchester County is known […]

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Tri-County STEMersion Celebrates Record Year

SUMMERVILLE, S.C. (September 6, 2023) – Tri-County STEMersion, a nonprofit created to bridge the gap between education and workforce, released […]

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Dorchester County Recognizes Workforce Development Month

SUMMERVILLE, S.C. (September 1, 2023) – The Dorchester County Economic Development office, which serves to support economic growth in the county, […]

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Scout Boats expanding Dorchester County operations

For Immediate Release April 18, 2023   Scout Boats expanding Dorchester County operations The company will invest $10 million in […]

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Scout Boats announce new 67′ LX Series

For Immediate Release Jan. 19, 2023   Scout to Announce Unprecedented New 67’ LX Series Outboard-Powered Sportfishing Yacht Flagship […]

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FlexCold establishing cold storage operations in Dorchester County

For Immediate Release Jan. 10, 2023   FlexCold establishing cold storage operations in Dorchester County $49.9 million investment will create […]

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Dorchester County Economic Development Celebrates Record Year

  SUMMERVILLE, SC (December 30, 2022) – Dorchester County Economic Development, which serves to support economic growth in the county, celebrates the […]