Despite inflation and interest rates taking their toll on South Carolinians' wallets, consumer spending remains steady and there is a healthy labor market in the state. That means that the odds of a recession in 2024 "have gone down significantly," says Joey Von Nessen, Research Economist at the Darla Moore School of Business. Click here to learn more from our most recent Power Hour Tele-Town Hall.
The Gullah Geechee Historic Neighborhoods Community Development Corporation was founded last year to help preserve Hilton Head Island's Gullah history, housing, land, businesses, culture, and more. Executive Director Thomas Boxley talks about the organization's goals and strategic plans. Click here to listen on our Power Hour Tele-Town Hall.
Las Vegas is not the only city that will have a windfall when the Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers play in Superbowl LVIII this Sunday. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce estimates that Americans will spend $17.3 billion across the country on food, drinks, apparel, decorations, and more on the Super Bowl this year. Click here to read more.