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Tuesday, June 05, 2012  Gov. Nikki Haley has named a new state fire marshal to replace outgoing Adolf Zubia.

Wednesday, June 29, 2011  Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation director Catherine Templeton said Wednesday that the department would use specially licensed outside contractors to review amusement rides and elevators. That work has been done by state employees.

Tuesday, June 14, 2011  Attorneys have argued in federal court in Charleston over anti-union statements by Gov. Nikki Haley and the head of the state labor department.

Friday, May 27, 2011  The South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation has lifted restrictions on two miniature trains in the Upstate.

Friday, April 29, 2011  Monterrey Mexican Restaurant on Killian Rd. must close for 10 days after being accused of repeatedly violating the South Carolina Illegal Immigration Reform Act.  This is the first closure in South Carolina under the act.

Friday, March 18, 2011  Those affected are part of the Professional and Occupational Licensing Division that handles license applications and renewals, as well as investigating complaints.

Wednesday, December 08, 2010  South Carolina Gov.-elect Nikki Haley has picked an attorney to head the state agency that enforces professional licensing and labor laws.

Friday, August 27, 2010  Five companies have been cited for employing illegal immigrants at school construction sites in a South Carolina county.