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Thompson, DeMint Accept Invitation to Convention
Convention goers and Spike Club members will likely get a treat at the HBA County Fair and Stump Meeting being held at the annual convention in Myrtle Beach. Possible presidential candidate Fred Thompson (R - Tennessee) and Senator Jim DeMint have accepted invitations to speak at the Stump Meeting.

Committee Announces Newest Master Builders
The Master Builder Committee recently admitted Alicia Kinard, owner of Artistic Design and Construction in Charleston, and Steve Kendrick, owner of Structures Building Company, LLC in Mt. Pleasant, into the Master Builders of South Carolina. Both builders are the first Master Builders for the Charleston-Trident HBA.

OSHA Making Surprise 'Swept Up in Safety' Visits in South
The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) hopes to combat a rise in construction-related fatalities by conducting unannounced "Swept Up in Safety Weeks" once each quarter in 2007. Enforcement efforts are focused on construction sites in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee.


The 2007 HBA of SC Convention
August 16-19, 2007
Marriott Grande Dunes Resort in Myrtle Beach, SC
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Still need a room? Contact the Hampton Inn Northwood at 843-497-0077. Space is limited!

2-10 Makes Changes to Warranty
Builders who use 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty should be aware that changes have been made to the workmanship/systems and structural limited warranty coverage.

Master Builder Education Requirement Change Announced
The Master Builder Committee recently changed the education requirement for renewing Master Builders.

Pinnacle Awards Judges Needed
The HBA of South Carolina needs your help! We're searching for a few good people around the state to judge the upcoming Pinnacle Awards.

Enter to Win State Award
The Home Builders Association announces a Call for Entries for the sixth annual Pinnacle Awards for outstanding craftsmanship in the construction of quality homes.

Enter the 2007 Brick in Home Building Competition by July 31
Enter the Brick in Home Building Awards, which showcase the finest work in clay face and paving brick from residential builders and architects around the country.

The HBA of S.C. Hits the Golf Course
The HBA of South Carolina pulled together a golf team for the HBA of the Lowcountry's golf tournament June 29th at the Lady's Island Country Club.




Member Spotlight

Richard Sendler, Sendler Construction Co., Inc.
Richard is an active member of the HBA of Greater Columbia and the HBA of South Carolina. He's been spending time at the state office renovation site making sure the guys have all of the materials they need.


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August 7-12
NAHB EOC Seminar

August 16-19
State Convention

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July 23
Houses That Work Columbia Energy & Environmental Building

Aug. 15-16
Green Building for Building Professionals

Aug. 17
SIF Claims Orientation

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