Mamie Brady and more than 80 former co-workers came to hear about Riverwalk, the massive redevelopment project taking shape on the grounds of the old Celanese Celriver Plant on North Cherry Road. Organizers called it the largest gathering of ex-employees since Celanese closed in 2005.

Between 80 and 90 retired Celanese employees gathered Wednesday to hear about plans for a massive redevelopment project that will take the place of their old plant.

CHARLOTTE In one of his last speeches as chief executive of Bank of America, Ken Lewis defended his time in the top office, saying history will show that his actions as CEO were profitable in the long run.

Tell me if this sounds familiar: You come up with a great idea that will help your company save money. You do some research and legwork. Yep, this is a golden idea. You mention it to coworker Bob.

NORTH CHARLESTON The same construction team that built the two original 787 supplier factories in North Charleston will take on Boeing's bigger expansion.

If you've moved recently but didn't tell the IRS, there might be some money with your name on it.

The slate of restaurants in downtown Rock Hill is growing, and now, another option has been added to the mix.

CHESTER Deck the Halls, a specialty Christmas shop in downtown Chester, will hold an open house from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. today and Saturday at the store, 135 Gadsden St.

CHARLOTTE North Carolina's inaugural Energy Star sales tax holiday snuck up on retailers last year. But this time around, local appliance sellers say, they're prepared for the three-day sales tax break on selected appliances - and expecting crowds of interested shoppers.

CHARLOTTE Will airlines soon charge you extra for a premium seat when you buy your ticket? Or stick you in a middle seat if you refuse to pay more?