TODAY'S HEADLINES | NOV. 10, 2011

Foreclosure numbers higher in October

Filings statewide shot to a 2011 high, after dropping to the year’s low in September. RealtyTrac’s CEO said the uptick was expected, as lenders work through previous problems with processing.

Gestamp to create 100 jobs in Union County

The producer of automotive components plans to invest more than $51 million and add 150,000 square feet to its existing facility in order to increase capacity and handle new business contracts.

Construction debris recycling conference Dec. 6-8

The conference in Columbia focuses on markets for recyclable materials such as shingles, wood, aggregate, and gypsum, methods of on-site separation of materials, strategies to earn U.S.

Voluntary benefits, wellness loom as benefits issues

Colonial Life & Accident Insurance Co. says employers, human resources professionals and insurance brokers who want to be prepared for 2012 should pay attention to several emerging trends.

SBA seeks nominations for annual awards

The Small Business Administration awards recognize the contributions of small business owners in creating jobs, innovation and increasing the nation’s global competitiveness.

Electric Guard Dog leases offices in Synergy Park

The security solutions provider for businesses will occupy about 6,000 square feet of office space at 121 Executive Center Drive in the Congaree Building of Synergy Business Park.

Job of the Week

Trident Technical College in Charleston is seeking an engineering design graphics instructor. The position requires at least a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field or an associate degree plus a minimum of five years' current industry-related experience. A working knowledge of parametric modeling software is preferred. Learn more or apply here.

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