COLUMBIA, S.C. — The Public Service Commission of South Carolina has approved an application by South Carolina Water Utilities (SCWU) to expand its service territory to support the upcoming Scout Motors manufacturing facility at Blythewood Industrial Park.
The approval authorizes a memorandum of understanding between SCWU, Richland County and the City of Columbia, establishing a framework for wastewater service rights and addressing potential conflicts over service areas as development continues in the region.
The Scout Motors facility is expected to generate thousands of new jobs in Richland County and contribute to the area’s economic growth…