TODAY'S HEADLINES | DEC. 28, 2011

SCDOT to develop plan to move freight from port

The state Department of Transportation wants to develop a 20-year multimodal plan to move freight from the Port of Charleston throughout South Carolina. The plan stems from efforts of the recently-launched Transportation, Distribution and Logistics Council, which aims to provide a single voice for the TDL industry in South Carolina.

Builders predict slow growth in 2012 construction

The Associated Builders and Contractors released its 2012 forecast, which predicted marginal gains in privately-financed construction and a slight decrease in public projects. Nonresidential construction spending is expected to grow 2.4% in 2012 following a 2.4% decrease in 2011, the trade group reported.

HUD awards $7M to 49 S.C. homeless programs

The funding recently announced will ensure South Carolina housing and service programs for homeless people remain operating in 2012. The funding will help provide permanent and transitional housing, as well as job training, health care, mental health counseling, substance abuse treatment and child care.

Junior volunteers sought for PGA event

The 2012 PGA Championship, which will be played on Kiawah Island from Aug. 9-12, is soliciting junior volunteers to handle various duties during the tournament. Each volunteer will receive a PGA Championship golf shirt and an event-branded baseball cap, as well as complimentary meal and water vouchers.

List of the Week

Get information about top businesses in the region through the Business Report's online lists. Sample the list of banks ranked by Midlands market share here or browse the main research page here. Each week, the Daily Report offers a new featured list for readers.

Job of the Week

Verizon Wireless is seeking a full-time SQL server developer in Eglin. The position includes working on customer care related applications and data. The qualified candidate will have at least two years of ETL experience with multiple database technologies. The ability to work flexible hours and weekends to meet project deadlines is also desired. Learn more or apply here.

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