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Milliken expands domestic production of medical fabric
Following continued rising demand for reusable fabric for medical gowns since March, the textile company plans to prioritize domestic production in the months to come.
Michelin, community leaders prepare for reopened schools
Michelin brings together business and political leaders to encourage mask wearing and other safety measures. The tiremaker also announced a donation of 50,000 masks to underprivledged communities across the state.
Ritrama develops antimicrobial film for high-touch surfaces
Spartanburg's Ritrama Inc. has developed an antimicrobial film to prevent bacterial infection within educational environments and other high-contact locations.
Clemson, MUSC set up COVID-19 testing for employees
As Clemson University mandates all students, faculty and staff to report a negative COVID-19 test five days before returning to campus, the school will be extending free testing.
AFC opening new clinic to serve Clemson area
American Family Care, a chain of nearly 200 clinics, is opening an urgent care center offering both in-office appointments and telehealth visits.
Mask Up initiative distributes 10,000 masks
Since the Greenville Chamber and local companies joined forces to distribute masks to small businesses under the Mask Up initiative, more than 10,000 masks were distributed by July 9 with 30,000 more in the works.
Arcpoint Labs test expected to measure COVID-19 immunity
Greenville-based Arcpoint Labs is spearheading another COVID-19 test to add to its repertoire, an antibody test that not only detects COVID-19 antibodies in the blood but also how effective they are in holding off the virus.
Medshore Ambulance builds its workforce through new program
Medshore Ambulance is building its workforce with a new program to help potential emergency medical technicians reach certification in eight weeks.
$79 million in CARES Act funding open to Greenville businesses
Greenville County opened the door to $70 million in stimulus funding for Greenville businesses on July 6. Minority small businesses and public health providers also can apply for grants from the $5 million and $4 million funds.
Former FTC director foresees endurance of Upstate economy
As economic fears escalate, Bruce Yandle, Clemson economist and former executive director of the Federal Trade Commission, believes that scars from the COVID-19 shutdown will likely heal in South Carolina faster than in other states.
Women’s health practice to open Simpsonville location
Carolina Women’s Health, part of the Bon Secours St. Francis Health System, plans to open a second practice location, in Simpsonville. The practice at 210 LaDean Court is scheduled to open July 13.
