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February 14, 2012 Air Traffic Controller School

The Federal Aviation Association is taking application for Air Traffic Controller School

February 13, 2012 SC Individual Income Tax Info

SC Income Tax Structure

February 10, 2012 Major Highway Grant for SC 170

Newton Announces Major Highway Grant for SC 170 Safety, Widening

February 8, 2012 Free eyeglasses for children

A free pair of eyeglasses from Target for any child ages 12 and under brings a valid prescription for glasses from their doctor.

February 7, 2012 Opportunity for Architecture Students

Syracuse University School of Architecture is desperately seeking young women and men of color interested in pursuing a 5 yr. professional degree in Architecture.

February 6, 2012 Free tuition to Harvard

Harvard University is offering free tuition to families of HONOR STUDENTS and their income is less than $125,000 per year.

February 1, 2012 Black Male Teachers Needed

CALL ME MISTER program offered by 4 historical black colleges in South Carolina

January 31, 2012 MBA Opportunity at Wake Forest for Minority Students

Wake Forest University has an opportunity for minority students to attend its MBA program for FREE.

January 31, 2012 Spring Youth Sports Registration Begins February 1

Registration for Beaufort County Parks and Leisure Services spring sports begins February 1 at Burton Wells Recreation Center in Beaufort and at Buckwalter Recreation Center in Bluffton.

January 26, 2012 Extras wanted for "Abraham Lincoln Vs. Zombies" in Savannah

looking for extras to play undead to help film "Abraham Lincoln Vs. Zombies" from January 28th to February 13th.

January 26, 2012 Courtesy Dock Repaired, Open, at County's H.E. Trask, Sr. Landing

The floating courtesy dock at the H. E. Trask, Sr. Boat Landing, 325 Sawmill Creek Road off US 278, has been repaired and reinstalled and is open to the public

January 25, 2012 African American Civil War Lecture Series

The goal of the lecture series is to enlighten the general public to the roles of African Americans during the American Civil War

January 20, 2012 Changes in GED Test Make it Harder to Pass

No fee for classes at Adult Ed until further notice. Call 843-322-5433 for info on the hours and location for Beaufort or other sites.

January 17, 2012 POTUS to Betty White

HUFF Post Comedy

January 9, 2012 Department of Energy /National Nuclear Security Administration Summer Internship

South Carolina State University's Environmental Policy Institute (EPI) invites South Carolina State University students to participate in the U.S. Department of Energy/National Nuclear Security Administration Minority Serving Institution Internship Program.

January 6, 2012 County Closes Lobeco Pier

Lobeco Pier Closed Until Further Notice

January 5, 2012 Airport Meeting Announced

Public Meeting: Beaufort County Airport on Lady's Island

6 - 8 P.M., Wednesday, January 18, 2012, USCB

January 4, 2012 Governor's School for Science and Mathematics Recruiting

South Carolina Governor's School for Science and Mathematics (GSSM) recruiting for the most academically talented juniors and seniors

January 4, 2012 Pet Care Tips for Cold Weather

Guidelines for winter pet care

January 4, 2012 Christmas Tree Disposal

Where to dispose of trees for mulching

December 27, 2011 Beaufort Ends Tricentennial Year

Celebration scheduled for December 31, 2011

December 27, 2011 County New Year's Closings

Holiday closing schedules announced

December 8, 2011 Agriculture Secretary Vilsack Announces Economic Development Funding To Create Jobs, Economic Opportunity and Strengthen Rural Communities

The Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce (BCBCC) is receiving a $335,000 loan and $40,000 grant to provide technical assistance and to capitalize a rural microloan revolving fund to make loans to rural microentrepreneurs and microenterprises in Beaufort county in the Low Country of South Carolina.

December 5, 2011 2012 Beaufort County Calendar On Sale

The 2012 Beaufort County Calendar, which celebrates the County's land preservation program, has been distributed to local vendors for sale.

November 14, 2011 U.S. Black Chamber President Commends BCBCC

U.S. Black Chamber comments on BCBCC micro-lender status

November 14, 2011 BCBCC Approved As Micro-Lender for Small Businesses

The BCBCC is the only chamber in the country that has been granted this approval.

November 13, 2011 SBA Accepting Nominations for Small Business Awards

SBA is currently accepting nominations for its 2012 awards, which include nearly 20 small business and business advocacy categories

November 13, 2011 Fort Fremont the Backdrop for Major Student Film

The Flight is a student film project, from the Savannah College of Art and Design.

November 12, 2011 Sea Turtle Ornament on Sale for Disabled, Special Needs Children's Camp

The ABLE Foundation, also known as the Disabilities Foundation for Beaufort County, released its third annual ornament for sale in an effort to help raise money this holiday season for disabled and special needs children of Beaufort County.

November 11, 2011 LowCountry Habitat ReStore needs Donations

LowCounty Habitat ReStore at 616 Parris Island Gateway is low on donations.

November 11, 2011 County Offices, Courthouse, Convenience Centers Closed Veterans Day

All Beaufort County Administrative offices, Solid Waste and Recycling Convenience Centers and the County Courthouse will close Friday, November 11 in observance of Veterans Day.

November 8, 2011 New McTeer Bridge Span To Close for Final Improvements

Closure: 9 P.M. November 13 to 3 P.M. November 18

November 7, 2011 Adoptable Animals at County Shelter

SEE ADOPTABLE ANIMALS ON WWW.PETANGO.COM

OR THE BEAUFORT COUNTY WEBSITE

WWW.BCGOV.NET /ANIMAL-CONTROL

October 27, 2011 Mahoganee to Entertain at Expo Opening
The Urban Soul Funk Diva
Lauryn Hill with a twist of Minnie Ripperton
and a cup of Janis Joplin
October 20, 2011 Speakers to Highlight Business Conference & EXPO November 4-5

Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce announces prominent speakers for Business Conference & EXPO November 4-5

October 17, 2011 Business Conference Agenda and Registration

Details and registration for Business Conference set for Nov. 4-5.

October 16, 2011 Beaufort County PALS Resurfaces Gym Floors

Floor resurfacing underway

October 16, 2011 County PALS Offers Water Safety Instructor Course

American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Course

October 14, 2011 CDL classes to begin at TCL Colleton location

Commercial Driver's License (CDL) training classes at the Technical College of the Lowcountry's Colleton location

October 13, 2011 Avoid Home Foreclosure

BCBCC in partnership with SC Homeownership and Employment Lending Program

September 27, 2011 EXHIBITOR APPLICATION and Conference Registration

Conference agenda, registration form and EXPO exhibitor application

September 27, 2011 Message from the U.S. Black Chamber

Commentary on working relationships with the President and Congress to bring victories home to our Chamber members and the African American business community.

September 26, 2011 Affordable Care Act

Review of Affordable Care Act as it relates to South Carolina residents

September 24, 2011 Medicare Open Enrollment Choices

Health Care Blog describes new choices for Medicare recipients

September 23, 2011 Business Conference & Expo Details

Business Conference & Expo 2011 to be presented by the Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce November 4-5 at Sea Island Technical College of the Lowcountry in Beaufort. Get schedule and participation details here.

September 14, 2011 Money Smart Financial Management Courses Announced

Money Smart curriculum to be presented by BCBCC and brought to you by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) and participating local banks.

September 13, 2011 National Black Chamber of Commerce News

News, contacts and opportunities for small and minority businesses

August 27, 2011 National Black Chamber of Commerce News

See details of national activities and opportunities for small businesses and minorities

August 18, 2011 Member Needs Assessment

The Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce is constantly looking for opportunities to meet the needs of our members. Please take a few minutes to complete the following survey. Your input is extremely important to us.

August 12, 2011 Volunteers Needed for HELP of Beaufort

Urgent need for volunteers to assist in office, in food pantry or clothing section of local organization which helps needy.

August 4, 2011 Geothermal Training Heats Up at TCL

Upcoming Training Sept. 8, 9, 10 (8am-5pm) for Ground Source Heat Pump Accredited Installer. Especially for HVAC installers or contractors, general contractors, architects, project managers, anyone interested in alternative energy solution technology

August 4, 2011 You May Be Due a Tax Refund

If you earned income and didn't file a tax return because your wages were below the filing requirement, you may be due some money.

July 20, 2011 Meet our Partner 5LINX

The Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce has partnered with an innovative program called LINX2Funds to offer you an amazing array of useful products and services which you are probably already using every day.

July 8, 2011 Affordable Insurance Exchanges Proposed

HHS and states move to establish Affordable Insurance Exchanges, give Americans the same insurance choices as members of Congress.

May 18, 2011 Rep. Connally Drafts Bill to Adresss Mid-Tier Size Hurdle

Ask your representative to support this bill. Rep. Gerald "Gerry" Connally, (D-VA), has drafted legislation that would create a pilot program in the General Services Administration (GSA) to ensure that successful small businesses can continue to compete for federal Information Technology contracts.

May 5, 2011 New Board Members Installed

Chamber welcomes three new board members.