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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 13, 2011 Contact: Wendy Smith, Existing Industry Manager Dorchester County Economic Development Office: (843) 875-9109 Mobile: (843) 696-9458 Economic Development Continues Holiday Tradition Summerville, South Carolina – December 13, 2011 – Now in its third consecutive year, the Dorchester County Holiday Tree is currently on display. This unique Holiday Tree showcases the many products made by the industries of Dorchester County by displaying them as “ornaments.” White lights and colorful company logos complete this one-of-a-kind tree. “Ornaments” too large or heavy are displayed beneath the tree. The Holiday Tree, on display in the lobby of the Greater Summerville-Dorchester County Chamber of Commerce Visitors’ Center at 402 North Main Street, Summerville, was viewed by several hundred people visiting the Chamber during the holidays last year. In addition to the Holiday Tree, a wall display lists the names of each industry located in Dorchester County with a listing of the products they manufacture. “This holiday tradition is a fun and festive way to enjoy the season, while providing our industries with a unique marketing opportunity that will be seen by anyone visiting the Chamber,” said Wendy Smith, Existing Industry Manager of Dorchester County Economic Development. For more information, please contact Dorchester County Economic Development at (843) 875-9109. Above: Models and replicas of products manufactured in Dorchester County. Left: The 2011 Holiday Tree showcases industry “ornaments” and company logos. The exhibit is