TODAY'S HEADLINES / FEB. 8, 2011Board forced to recognize $100 million deficit at HHSThe Budget and Control Board has authorized the Department of Health and Human Services to run at $100 million deficit, though more red ink may be coming. New agency head Tony Keck told the board that the agency currently projects a $225 million deficit in this fiscal year, which it has blamed on the growth of demand for Medicaid. Lexington Medical partners with Duke in heart programAfter a 10-year struggle to receive a certificate of need from the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control to provide heart surgeries, Lexington Medical has signed an agreement with Duke ... |
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Columbia SC Real Estate Updates 2-8-11
Tue, Feb 8th 2011 1:50 pm by Craig Summerall Real Estate NewsPosted By Craig Summerall No comments
Columbia SC Real Estate Update 2-7-11
Mon, Feb 7th 2011 4:10 pm by Craig Summerall Real Estate News
TODAY'S HEADLINES / FEB. 7, 2011Co-ops’ leader: Carolinas should share new reactorsThe state electric cooperatives' trade organization, The Electric Cooperatives of South Carolina, is advocating that Duke Energy, Progress Energy, Santee Cooper and S.C. Electric & Gas Co. all share stakes in the new nuclear plants planned in South Carolina. USC names vice president for human resourcesChris Byrd named vice president of human resources at USCChris Byrd has been named vice president for human resources at the University of South Carolina. He was USC’s director of budgets and human resources for the Division of Information Technology. |
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Columbia SC Real Estate Update 2-4-11
Fri, Feb 4th 2011 5:46 pm by Craig Summerall Real Estate News
TODAY'S HEADLINES / FEB. 4, 2011 |
City of Columbia looks to add new industrial parkColumbia city leaders say the city needs another industrial park to help spur economic development, which will help the city grow. USC law dean candidates to make campus visitsFive candidates for dean of the University of South Carolina School of Law have accepted invitations to visit the campus. Senate confirms Etter, Black to CabinetDavid Black, who will head the Insurance Department, was president and CEO of Liberty Life Insurance Co. in Greenville. Jim Etter, a Blythewood resident and former corporate finance officer, will head the Revenue Department. |
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Columbia SC Real Estate Update 2-3-11
Thu, Feb 3rd 2011 6:35 pm by Craig Summerall Real Estate News
TODAY'S HEADLINES / FEB. 3, 2011 |
More than $4 billion in stimulus funds spent in S.C.State agencies have handled more than $4 billion in federal stimulus funds. The website of the comptroller general breaks down where the money has gone. Verizon looks to grow locally in 2011Verizon Wireless will fill almost 500 openings at its call center in Northeast Richland in 2011, both as a result of turnover and expected growth. Verizon plans to take on about 40 new employees per month in 2011, said Tony May, director of the customer service operation. |
New campaign aims to boost community involvementColumbia Opportunity R... |
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Columbia SC Real Estate Update 2-2-11
Wed, Feb 2nd 2011 9:33 pm by Craig Summerall Real Estate News
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Columbia SC Real Estate Update 2-1-11
Tue, Feb 1st 2011 4:46 pm by Craig Summerall Real Estate News
TODAY'S HEADLINES / FEB. 1, 2011 |
First Citizens, Exchange Bank to mergeThe companies are both wholly owned subsidiaries of First Citizens Bancorp. Inc. The merger consolidates two separate banking operations of Columbia-based First Citizens Bancorp. in Williamsburg County. Pending regulatory approval, the merger is expected to close in July. Companion Life acquires Utah-based dental insurerThe Columbia-based insurance company purchased Total Dental Administrators Inc., and its affiliates and subsidiaries, for an undisclosed amount. Total Dental provides insurance and is a third-party administrator of employer-based plans. |
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Columbia SC Real Estate Update 1-31-11
Mon, Jan 31st 2011 6:00 pm by Craig Summerall Real Estate NewsTODAY'S HEADLINES / JAN. 31, 2011
Hog farm to generate renewable energy
The 180-kilowatt Burrows Hall Renewable Energy Facility is expected to begin generating renewable energy for the grid early this summer. It will produce enough power for approximately 90 average South Carolina homes.
Boeing picks N.C. company for logistics support
Another company is moving to the Charleston area to help Boeing build 787 Dreamliners at its final assembly plant. N.C.-based New Breed Logistics, already a Boeing partner, plans to open a new facility near the Boeing plant in North Charleston.
Police arrest store owner, confiscate clothing
Officers confiscated apparel and charged Jessica Freitas Norri...
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Columbia SC Real Estate Update 1-28-11
Fri, Jan 28th 2011 10:58 pm by Craig Summerall Real Estate News
TODAY'S HEADLINES / JAN. 28, 2011Benefit Bank to help low-, moderate-income residentsBlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina Foundation and The Duke Endowment have donated millions to ensure the operation and access to services provided by the nonprofit Benefit Bank. The organization announced its launch during an event at Charles Towne Landing. Foreclosures below 3% in largest regions of stateAfter posting the lowest rates of foreclosures in 2009 at just over 10%, the Columbia metro area saw the numbers drop precipitously in 2010, to 1.55%. Among the state’s largest regions, Charleston-North Charleston and the Grand Strand posted the highest number of foreclosures in 20... |
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Exit Real Estate Consultants Launches New Client Focused Web Solution
Mon, Jan 24th 2011 8:07 pm by Craig Summerall Real Estate NewsAs part of an ever evolving and ever present committment to client service, Exit Real Estate Consultants is pleased to announce the launch of their new web site. This site will allow Exit REC to continue it's focus on client services and enhance exposure for their listings online. This dynamic web site offers full MLS search capabilities along with many other functions soon to be released.
Stay tuned for more updates and enjoy the site.
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