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Monday, May 20, 2013  AT&T is hiring 120 people across South Carolina as it expands its wired and wireless network nationwide.

Tuesday, April 23, 2013  Gov. Nikki Haley has signed legislation to give the Boeing Co. $120 million in incentives for its expansion plans in South Carolina.

Wednesday, April 17, 2013  Legislation giving the Boeing Co. $120 million in incentives for their expansion plans in South Carolina is one vote away from reaching the governor's desk.

Wednesday, April 17, 2013  Democrat Elizabeth Colbert Busch is not commenting on the most recent dust up between former South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford and his ex-wife.

Thursday, April 11, 2013  Legislation to provide Boeing $120 million in incentives for its expansion plans in North Charleston could receive final approval next week.

Wednesday, April 10, 2013  State incentives for Boeing's expansion plans in North Charleston are clearly ready for takeoff.

Thursday, April 04, 2013  A tool retailer is planning to create 200 new jobs with the expansion of its distribution center in Dillon County.

Wednesday, March 20, 2013  AP-NORC Center survey shows high pessimism among low-wage workers despite job gains

Wednesday, March 06, 2013  Officials say a pharmaceutical company is creating about 300 new jobs with an investment in Clarendon County.

Friday, February 22, 2013  Haile Gold Mine was purchased by Romarko Minerals in 2007 after being shut down since the 1990s. As Romarko plans to reopen it on the largest scale yet, many in Kershaw are hoping this is just the beginning of new growth for a struggling community.

Thursday, January 24, 2013  Michelin is expanding its presence in South Carolina with a project officials say will create 100 new jobs.

Friday, January 18, 2013  Google says it will double its investment in Berkeley County.

Friday, January 18, 2013  Gov. Nikki Haley is joining officials from Google and local elected officials for what's being called a major economic development announcement at the company's campus in Berkeley County.

Wednesday, January 16, 2013  Cabela's Inc. is planning to open two new stores to sell outdoor gear and sporting goods in South Carolina and Minnesota in 2014.

Wednesday, January 09, 2013  A Grand Strand lumber company is adding more than 50 jobs because of increased demand as the housing industry rebounds from the Great Recession.