TODAY'S HEADLINES | APRIL 3, 2012

Banking exec named president of Columbia College

Elizabeth A. Dinndorf, an attorney and former banking executive from Minnesota, will succeed Caroline Whitson, who will retire as president of Columbia College on June 30. Fundraising and growing enrollment will be among Dinndorf’s major goals as president.

Michelin launches new tire for U.S. motorists

The company, which has its North American headquarters in Greenville, said the new Defender tire is being manufactured at its facilities in the Upstate and Lexington, plus a half-dozen other locations. The company offers a 90,000-mile warranty on the model.

SCE&G seeks to trim nuclear project costs by $50M

The utility said the challenged costs primarily relate to delays in receipt of the combined construction and operating license from the NRC, rock conditions at the site, design of structural modules and design of the shield building at V.C. Summer Nuclear Station.

Online job postings up 1,600 in South Carolina

The number of help wanted ads posted online rose in March across the Palmetto State, according to the Conference Board Help Wanted Online. Across the United States, the number of online positions rose 246,300 in March to nearly 4.7 million.

Lowcountry Biomass expands Jasper County facility

The recycler of wood residues plans to expand its existing wood pellet manufacturing operations in Ridgeland. The $16 million investment is expected to generate 26 new jobs.

Job of the Week

The professional training company Dale Carnegie is seeking full-time sales consultants in Columbia, Greenville and Charleston. The position allows the opportunity to create new business with companies and manage existing client relationships. Salary is based on commission. Learn more or apply here.