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Thursday, May 09, 2013  Gov. Nikki Haley has signed a bill that supporters say could expand the film industry in South Carolina.

Wednesday, February 27, 2013  A bill aimed at growing the film industry in South Carolina is headed to the Senate floor.

Wednesday, November 21, 2012  Tolkien heirs sue producers of 'Rings,' 'Hobbit' trilogies over 'questionable' merchandizing

Friday, May 13, 2011  The spokesman for House Speaker Bobby Harrell said Friday the Charleston Republican believes the incentives should remain. Greg Foster said the "Army Wives" television series shows how lucrative studio productions can be, with producers buying from local businesses and cast members relocating.  The House renewed the incentive package in its budget plan for the fiscal year that starts July 1. But the Senate removed it from theirs this week.

Thursday, May 12, 2011  Officials hope a new 100,000-square-foot studio will attract the filming of more movies, television shows and music videos in South Carolina.