5 February 2012, 12:50 am
SC's most essential job is boosting employment numbersCharleston Post CourierIf we think about it, Fritz Hollings was South Carolina's first economic development governor and the technical education system created during his term is still the state's best marketing tool. By any standard,... Read More »
4 February 2012, 11:09 pm
Blueprint Mississippi: Resources availableJackson Clarion LedgerWe compare very favorably among the 12 Blueprint Mississippi states in our competitive market (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee and Texas).and mor... Read More »
4 February 2012, 11:05 pm
Fant to stress Upstate's economy in run for state SenateGreenville NewsWhile South Carolina recently has attracted such companies as Amazon, Boeing and Continental Tire, Fant said Greenville has lost its economic development leadership role since Sen. Verne Smith died and former state House Spea... Read More »
4 February 2012, 11:04 pm
USC brings $4.1 billion to our state's economyGreenville NewsAccording to a recent report, USC and its 155000 alumni in South Carolina have an annual economic impact of $4.1 billion on the state's economy. The Economic Impact of the University of South Carolina, a study completed by Darla Mo... Read More »
4 February 2012, 9:40 pm
Dredging TodayA look at dredging, jobs and the environmentSavannah Morning NewsFor now, there are just too many political tensions within the South Carolina state government and too much federal concern about spending. And let's not forget the genuine concern on both sides of the Savannah River ... Read More »
4 February 2012, 8:20 pm
TIMEPreliminary entrance poll shows Romney grew support on the right, boosted by ...Washington PostBut the issue was cited as tops by fewer people than in Florida, South Carolina or New Hampshire. Romney carried 6 in 10 economy voters, his best showing among this group so far. A sizable one-third ca... Read More »
4 February 2012, 2:21 pm
What Nevada, Florida and South Carolina Have in Common & What Republican ...Huffington PostHowever, when tested against the economic reality facing families in Nevada, Florida, South Carolina, or elsewhere, their rhetoric falls far short of addressing the most pressing problems facing each state. Ne... Read More »
4 February 2012, 12:37 pm
Squabbles on SC investment panel reach to new heightsMyrtleBeachOnline.comBy Adam Beam - McClatchy Newspapers COLUMBIA -- Oversight of the state's pension system is teetering on dysfunction, hobbled by a feud between state Treasurer Curtis Loftis and other members of the SC Retirement Investment... Read More »
3 February 2012, 5:26 am
SC Legislative Report with Rep. Tom Corbin: Strengthening our state's economyTravelers Rest TribuneBy SC District 17 Representative Tom Corbin: The House took action last week on two major pieces of legislation to protect our economy and promote future economic growth. The House unanimously pass... Read More »
31 January 2012, 7:43 pm
Sunshine State NewsEconomic Issues Drove Florida VotersNew York TimesThe economy, not social issues, mattered most to the Republican voters in Florida. A nominee who can win in November, not necessarily a “true conservative,” is the candidate they want. Mitt Romney was backed by a diverse coalit... Read More »