LANCASTER COUNTY, S.C. — Lancaster County’s efforts to attract new industry have received a significant boost thanks to a recent grant from Comporium. The Lancaster County Economic Development Department announced that the funds, received in late December 2025, are earmarked for critical infrastructure improvements at the Heath Springs Business Park.
While the specific amount of the grant remains undisclosed, county officials confirmed the money is scheduled to be deployed throughout 2026.
Paving the Way for New Industry
The primary objective of the funding is to develop Ann Taylor Blvd. within the business park. This development is part of a broader strategy to create “shovel-ready” sites—plots of land that are fully prepared for immediate construction.
By handling the infrastructure work upfront, the county aims to lower barriers for potential companies looking to relocate or expand.
“Our intention is to create another shovel-ready site at the park in order to attract an industry offering new higher-paying employment opportunities for the community,” said Brian Fulk, Lancaster County Economic Development Director.
The county is currently in the process of developing land at the park with the hope of attracting a future tenant. Officials estimate the total cost of land development within the Heath Springs Business Park could reach $2 million. By securing grants from partners like Comporium, the county seeks to offset the potential tax burden on local residents while still driving economic growth.
A Community Partnership
The grant represents a continued partnership between the telecommunications provider and local government.
“As a locally rooted company and an active part of the Lancaster County community, we believe it’s important to reinvest where we live and work,” said Shaun Barnes, Comporium’s Vice President of Corporate Communications and Business Development. “This grant reflects our core values and our long-standing commitment to service, stewardship, and supporting thoughtful, infrastructure-driven growth that benefits the entire community.”
County Council Chairman Brian Carnes expressed gratitude for the contribution, noting that such partnerships are essential for allowing “great things in Lancaster County to occur.”
Local Impact
Local representatives view the business park as a lynchpin for the area’s future.
“The Heath Springs Business Park is a vital part of the Heath Springs community,” said Council Representative Bryant Neal. “Creating infrastructure to attract business to Heath Springs is key for the future of the community.”
For more information on the project, interested parties can contact Jenna Woods at the Lancaster County office.
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