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| The number of people out of work in South Carolina soared in November to its highest rate in 25 years, and to make matters worse, the state Employment Security Commission says it will run out of money for jobless claims in two weeks unless the state asks for $146 million in federal aid. The jobless level soared to 8.4 percent, half a percent higher than the revised 7.9 percent of people claiming jobless benefits in October. | |||
 | Nintendo's Wii Music awaits fans; creator undaunted Its low-key inventor says his goal is to make games more than just a form of entertainment. Wii Music, he says, has educational value as a tool to teach music theory. Foreclosures: Cleaning up by, well, cleaning upThe nation’s housing bust is fueling a boom in a new type of startup business â€" picking up after the last residents move out of a foreclosed home. How to decide when offered a buyoutWhile the prospect of a fat check may seem alluring, it is not the best choice for everyone. Before making the decision to take a buyout, workers need to carefully weigh a series of questions to assess their financial future. Dealership names business development consultantA Charleston area new-car outlet said it is has hired an experienced auto professional in its business development department. Kelvin Ruffin has joined Palmetto Lincoln Mercury as Business Development Specialist.  | ||
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