TODAY'S HEADLINES |   JUNE 26, 2012

House, Senate deadlocked over   small-business tax cut

Lawmakers are deadlocked   over a House proposal to reduce the tax rate on small businesses, with an   impact on the budget of about $60 million. Final approval of a continuing   resolution will be considered today, a measure that would continue state   government funding at present levels until a new budget is approved.

Media General completes sale of   Florence newspaper

The $142 million deal   comprised 63 daily and weekly newspapers, including the Florence Morning News,   and their digital assets such as websites, and mobile and tablet   applications. The Florence   Morning News serves the Pee Dee region of South Carolina.

Hearing set concerning Camden   road improvements

The public hearing is set   for July 10 at Camden High School. The proposed project would create a more   pedestrian-friendly environment and reduce truck traffic in downtown Camden,   according to the South Carolina Department of Transportation.

NAI Avant hires IT and research   associate

Michael Grant will   oversee all information technology and assist in research for both the Columbia   and Charleston offices of the real estate company. Grant joins NAI Avant with   more than 20 years of experience in IT, graphic communications and graphic   design.

Wanted: App development companies

The Columbia Regional Business   Report is collecting information on South Carolina companies that   develop business apps for smartphones and tablets. Take a few seconds to tell us about your most popular   app, and we’ll introduce you to our readers.

Add your company to our upcoming   lists

The Columbia Regional Business   Report will be featuring the following lists in upcoming print   issues.

• Recycling Cos.
• Commercial Real Estate Cos.
• Hotels