Governor Hodges Appears on Local National Public Radio Station
September 9, 2004

CHARLOTTE, N.C.— Governor Jim Hodges, CEO of Hodges Consulting Group and a partner with Kennedy Covington Lobdell & Hickman, L.L.P., was a recent guest on WFAE, 90.7 FM, Charlotte's local National Public Radio station.

Hodges appeared on the Charlotte Talks program, with host Mike Collins, and discussed some of the economic issues that are faced by North and South Carolina. Hodges also discussed the importance of education and how the South Carolina lottery, that was approved and implemented while he was in office, has helped provide for increased learning opportunities for state residents.

Hodges is considered a national leader in economic development, state government budget and public education policy issues.

Hodges Consulting Group, a wholly owned subsidiary of Kennedy Covington Lobdell & Hickman, L.L.P., specializes in providing clients with comprehensive advice and solutions for their government relations and business development needs. With offices in Columbia, Charlotte and Raleigh, the Group offers a depth of experience and vast knowledge of government to clients in various industries including public and higher education, financial services, government cost savings, healthcare, insurance, privatization, real estate and telecommunications.

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