You’ll hear it from politicians hoping to get your vote and occasionally raise your taxes for water, sewer and roads: Small business is the backbone of the nation’s economy. Turns out, they’re right. … Read More

Mount Pleasant-based clothing designer Cristy Pratt has created a Capsule Convertible dress for her Morph Clothing brand that can be worn in more than 60 ways. The dress recently headlined a show at Chicago Fashion Week. … Read More

The S.C. Ports Authority received three new, 155-foot cranes today at the Columbus Street Terminal. The cranes, made by China-based Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Industries Co. Ltd., are bound for the Wando Terminal. … Read More

A groundbreaking ceremony for the International African American Museum is scheduled for Oct. 25 on Wharfside Street in Charleston. Former Charleston Mayor Joe Riley and House Majority Whip Jim Clyburn will give keynote addresses. … Read More

The weekly alternative newspaper was purchased by a partnership of Charleston School of Law President Ed Bell and Charleston-based publisher Andy Brack. The paper's three co-founders will retain roles with the publication. … Read More