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Local modular construction company thrives in tough economic times

Even in bad economic times, some companies thrive. Jacobs Applied Technology is one of them. The Bushy Park designer and builder of modular units for industrial facilities around the world is expected to increase its workforce from 200 people to possibly 800 in the next few years. Continue reading

Speculative building under way in St. George

Dorchester County officials and business executives broke ground Tuesday for a 10,000-square-foot speculative industrial building at the St. George New Century Industrial Park. Continue reading

Congress okays $8.9 million for Charleston Harbor deepening

The U.S. Congress has approved $8.9 million to continue the Charleston
Harbor Deepening and Widening Project. Continue reading

Federal grant provides boost to research at S.C. schools

A $6 million federal grant, designed to increase medical research at universities and colleges across this state, could lead to more research money, new businesses and better health for residents, according to scientists who will lead the effort. Continue reading

Local housing market enjoying 4% sales increase

While housing sales for the nation in general dipped 11.7% following the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, Charleston housing sales increased, bolstering a 2001 sales performance that is 4% stronger than 2000 sales. Continue reading

SPAWAR team seeks ways to replace two-way radios that can’t communicate

The U.S. military has about 750,000 two-way radios and a lot of them can't talk to each other. It's a problem that's vexed military people for years.
The SPAWAR team is seeking ways to replace two-way radios that can't communicate. Continue reading

50 places of a lifetime: America

National Geographic Traveler magazine recognizes Charleston as one of the country’s top 10 urban spaces, listing Charleston under the title of “Ten American Cities that have a defining character, a uniqueness and an influence beyond its borders.” Continue reading

Charleston shares polite distinction with NYC

After eight years on top, Charleston shares "Most Polite City" distinction with New York City. Continue reading

Charleston region receives Southern Living Reader’s Choice Awards

Editors from Southern Living came to Charleston Friday to hand out its 6th Annual Reader's Choice Awards. Charleston won honors in five categories. Continue reading

College of Charleston part of statewide biomedical research program

The College of Charleston is participating in a $5.9 million statewide initiative to increase biomedical research in South Carolina and has been awarded $620,000 for its part in the National Institutes of Health-funded project. Continue reading
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