Greenville companies patch hole in COVID-19 supply chain, Greenville Chamber calls for masks, Tribe 153

Greenville companies patch a hole in COVID-19 supply chain

As politicians and policy influencers make a case for bringing the manufacture of critical medical supplies to American soil, a pair of Greenville companies just started doing business together to make sure a critical step in the testing supply chain is not just made in the USA, but made in Greenville.

Greenville Chamber calls on officials to enforce masks

Following Gov. Henry McMaster’s call for local governments to employ mask wearing ordinances to prevent COVID-19 infection, the Greenville Chamber released a statement echoing McMaster’s sentiments for the region’s leaders.

Upstate practice and MUSC expand educational resources

Upstate practice Tribe 513 and the Medical University of South Carolina are joining forces to expand care coordination across the region through new and enhanced training and educational programs for medical providers and students.

Coping with COVID:

Conversation with Harold Christian and Josh Christian

Harold and Josh Christian, of Christian & Christian Attorneys At Law, join us to discuss the impact of COVID-19 on the business community and their commitment to keeping Greenville strong. Many business owners have business interruption insurance which is valuable coverage designed to help you stay on your feet amid lost revenues and forced closures. As business interruption claims rise against the nation's top insurers, Christian and Christian is offering free policy checks to help interpret the language of your insurance contract. Sponsored Content

S.C. businesses could receive $14.3 million in relief

Gap financing provided through the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration is being awarded to five regional agencies. The city of Columbia will receive $2.9 million to provide business loans.

Duke Energy Carolinas proposes lower electric bills

Duke proposal would lower power bills for business by 5.6% and industrial electric bills by 9.8%. New rates require approval from the Public Service Commission of South Carolina.

In case you missed it...

Here’s a quick look at this week’s headlines from GSA Business Report:

Greenville Health Authority awards more than $20M in grants … equestrian-friendly Polo Reserve breaks ground in Greer … Michelin distribution center will begin to export finished tires through Inland Port … Luxor Scientific offers discounted COVID-19 testing through Spartanburg Chamber … SBA names program director for Greenville’s Women’s Business Center … IVC hires during drive-thru job fair.

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