Human Resources

Initial S.C. unemployment claims topped 2,000 for the first time since mid-July for the week ending Sept. 11, rising to 2,393. Orangeburg County saw 523 initial claims filed. … Read More

Pending legislation could extend citizenship status to Dreamers and overhaul the immigration system for farmworkers, among other changes. Proponents say this would help the U.S. address a pandemic-exacerbated workforce shortage. … Read More

Even as unemployment rates decrease in the state and tourism regains strength, the hospitality industry is among those unable to find enough workers. Some businesses are offering hiring incentives and turning to social media. … Read More

The summit be held online from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Oct. 13. The annual event, led by Hire Me SC and Able SC, provides resources for business managers and executives looking to hire and retain people with disabilities. … Read More

For the week ending Sept. 4, a total of 1,265 first-time claims were filed in the state, led by 222 in Greenville County and 179 in Richland County. Nationally, 310,000 initial claims were filed. … Read More