Lexington SC Business News
Lexington's economy centers on Lexington County School District One (the town's largest employer), Lexington County government offices concentrated at the county seat, and a growing retail/dining corridor along Sunset Boulevard and Main Street. Unemployment ran at 3.4% through 2025-05, against a state rate of 3.9%. South Carolina is a right-to-work state.
What anchors the Lexington economy
- Lexington County School District One.
- Lexington County Government.
- Walmart.
- Town of Lexington.
Beyond the headlines
The economy reaches into Retail Trade, County Seat Government Services, Lake Recreation / Tourism, and Healthcare (regional).
Trade & infrastructure
- Columbia Metropolitan Airport.
How HERELexington covers it
We track every layer of the Lexington economy: corporate relocations, retail openings, restaurant launches, workforce trends, commercial real estate, supplier announcements, hospital and university capital projects, and the local, state, and federal government decisions that shape how businesses here grow. If it affects business in Lexington County, it's HERE.
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Farm & Home Supply plans 3 SC stores, Sumter distribution center
Lexington SC Business COLUMBIA, S.C. — Farm & Home Supply, a family-owned farm and home retailer from Illinois, plans to open three stores and a distribution center in South Carolina, its first move outside the Midwest in the company 66-year history. The new stores will be in Cheraw, Florence and Greenwood, and the distribution center […]
Via HERE Spartanburg: Greenville, S.C. — Harper General Contractors opened a new office Oct. 8 in the Poinsett Highway corridor…
Via HERE Myrtle Beach: Myrtle Beach, S.C. — Conway planning commissioners have recommended a large mixed-use project along Mill Pond…
Via HERE Columbia: COLUMBIA, S.C. — Bechtel and the University of South Carolina are launching a partnership aimed at expanding…
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Latest Lexington Business News
Farm & Home Supply plans 3 SC stores, Sumter distribution center
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Farm & Home Supply, a family-owned farm and home retailer from Illinois, plans to open three stores and a distribution center in South Carolina, its…
Lexington Chamber Honors Blowfish Owners, Local Businesses
The Lexington Chamber & Visitors Center recognized several local individuals and businesses, including Lexington County Blowfish owners Bill and Vicki Shanahan, at its annual meeting and awards banquet…
Becca’s Treasures brings squishy, fidget toys to Lexington
Lexington residents now have a dedicated spot for popular squishy and fidget toys with the recent opening of Becca's Treasures. The store, which held its grand opening in…
Council faces scrutiny for Chapin land sale
Lexington County Council members are facing questions about their representation of constituents following a recent vote to sell over 200 acres at the Chapin Business & Technology Park.…
US Equity Futures Rise as Tech Stocks Rebound
US equity futures showed an upward trend pre-bell on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, driven by a rebound in technology-related stocks following a previous session's selloff. Dow Jones Industrial…
US Stock Futures Rise Amidst High Treasury Yields
US stock futures are showing an upward trend as of Monday, August 24, 2026, with E-mini S&P 500 contracts increasing by approximately 0.4% and Nasdaq-100 futures up roughly…
Stock Market Sees Mixed Activity Amid Economic Reports
The stock market experienced varied movements this week as investors reacted to new economic data and corporate announcements. On Tuesday, August 25, the S&P 500 and Dow Jones…
Canada imposes counter-tariffs on US goods
Canada announced retaliatory tariffs against the United States on Tuesday, August 25, impacting hundreds of products as trade tensions escalate between the two nations. The Canadian government stated…
US President Threatens 50% Tariff on Canadian Auto Imports
A recent announcement made on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, by the US President indicates a potential increase in tariffs on all cars, trucks, and automotive components imported from…
US Threatens New Sanctions on Nations Aiding Iran’s Economy
The United States Treasury Department announced on Monday, August 24, new threats of sanctions against countries that maintain economic ties with Iran. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent described the…
US-Canada Trade Talks Collapse, Iran Sanctions Imminent
Trade relations between the United States and Canada deteriorated over the weekend, with the US imposing 50% tariffs on certain Canadian imports on Saturday, August 22, 2026. This…
Trump imposes 50% tariffs on Canadian auto, steel imports
President Trump announced on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, that the United States will impose a 50% tariff on all Canadian automotive and steel imports, effective January 1, 2027.…
