Communications company expands, unemployment rate falls, and more

Mobile Communications America expands with acquisition

Mobile Communications America in Spartanburg, a provider of wireless communication solutions, has acquired Communications Service Center, a full-service wireless integrator in Greenville. Details of the acquisition were not provided.

Unemployment rate falls to 2.6% in October

South Carolina’s unemployment rate fell again in October, dipping to 2.6%. In September, the state’s unemployment rate fell below 3% for the first time, dropping to 2.9%. The number of estimated South Carolinians working increased by more than 7,100 people from September to a record high of 2,318,762.

Bank names Soteria its first Neighborhood Champion

Bank of America on Wednesday announced the launch of its Neighborhood Champions program in the Upstate, naming Soteria Community Development Corp. as its inaugural awardee.

Upstate Under Construction

We are looking for descriptions and photos or renderings for the Upstate’s major construction projects for our next edition of Upstate Under Construction. Submit photos and details of architecture, engineering and construction projects here.

On the Menu

On the Menu provides the latest news from the Upstate’s culinary community, including new restaurants, new menu items and upcoming events, as well as details about local chefs. Submissions should be sent to [email protected].

Bobby’s BBQ accepting Thanksgiving orders

Bobby’s BBQ, in Fountain Inn, is accepting Thanksgiving orders for 100% wood-smoked and sliced boneless turkey breast, along with half pans of sides. Deadline to order is Sunday. Orders can be placed online or by calling 864-409-2379. Food can be picked up anytime between 11 a.m. and 9 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 27.

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