SC Forestry Commission Issues Statewide Burning Ban
April 16, 2026
The South Carolina Forestry Commission is issuing a State Forester’s Burning Ban for all counties, effective at 7 a.m. Friday, April 17. A State Forester’s Burning Ban prohibits all outdoor…
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SC Forestry Commission Issues Statewide Burning Ban
April 16, 2026
The South Carolina Forestry Commission is issuing a State Forester’s Burning Ban for all counties, effective at 7 a.m. Friday, April 17. A State Forester’s Burning Ban prohibits all outdoor…
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Town of Irmo renames Irmo Town Park to honor longtime public services director Whitt Cline
April 16, 2026
The Town of Irmo is proud to announce the official renaming of the Irmo Town Park to the Whitt Cline Community Park. This change, formalized by the unanimous adoption of Resolution No. 26-04 on March…
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City of Greenville project update
April 16, 2026
Full Closure of Church Street Bridge Begins May 3 Bridge Closes Until Mid-June; East McBee Avenue Temporarily Impacted The final stage of South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) construction on…
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Greenville City News: City Council Priorities, GVL2040 Plan to Guide Spending
April 16, 2026
Proposed FY27 Budget Invests in Housing, Open Space, Mobility and Growth Management Greenville City Council priorities of Public Safety, Mobility and Transportation, Recreation, Open Spaces and Resilience, Neighborhoods and Affordable…
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Free outdoor concert series coming to Columbia as Koger Center launches Levitt AMP music series
April 16, 2026
The Koger Center for the Arts has set the headliners for the first Levitt AMP Columbia Music Series, a series of free outdoor concerts sponsored in part by the LevittFoundation. The concerts will…
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Public information meeting for Main Street Vista District connector project
April 16, 2026
Who: The City of Columbia and the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) What: The City of Columbia and the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) proposes to improve pedestrian and motorist…
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Georgetown County launches oyster shell recycling initiative
April 15, 2026
Georgetown County’s Stormwater Division is working to establish a local oyster shell recycling program aimed at rehabilitating oyster populations, improving water quality and reducing landfill waste. The project is in…
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Community Crossroads: Simpsonville City Council Advances Rezoning of Scuffletown Food Truck Park
April 15, 2026
The landscape of Ladean Court is set for a significant change following a unanimous vote by the Simpsonville City Council on Tuesday night. In a 7-0 decision, the council approved…
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Governor McMaster Ceremonially Signs Income Tax Bill Into Law
April 15, 2026
Governor Henry McMaster was joined today by members of the South Carolina General Assembly and other state leaders for a ceremonial bill signing of H. 4216, the Income Tax bill. The…
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Laurens County Council Approves Economic Development Measures, Hears Mental Health Presentation During April Meeting
April 15, 2026
Laurens County Council convened for its regular meeting on April 13, 2026, at the Hillcrest Complex East, where members addressed a full agenda that included economic development ordinances, board appointments,…
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Clinton City Council Recap: Rezoning Request Denied, Traffic Changes and Policy Updates Approved at April 13 Meeting
April 14, 2026
The Clinton City Council met Monday, April 13, 2026, addressing a range of community concerns, policy updates, and development-related matters during its regular session. During public comments, Natasha Mims spoke…
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City of Georgetown issues statement on Mayor Jay Doyle’s trip to Finland
April 14, 2026
Jay Doyle, Mayor of the City of Georgetown, announced he is traveling to Helsinki Finland at the invitation of Clemson University’s Wood Utilization & Design Institute. He is one of…
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Catch summer fun at Charleston County Parks’ fishing pier tournaments
April 14, 2026
Cast Off Fishing Tournaments are back at the Folly Beach and Mount Pleasant Piers this summer! This summer, catch fish, fun and prizes during tournaments at the Folly Beach Pier…
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South Carolina Welcome Centers earn Certified Autism Center™ accreditation, support inclusive travel experiences for all visitors
April 14, 2026
The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) awards the Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) designation to the South Carolina Welcome Centers. To achieve this designation, at least 80%…
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City of West Columbia’s Carraway Park at the Riverwalk now open after shade sail installation
April 14, 2026
The City of West Columbia’s Carraway Park at the Riverwalk, located at 212 Hudson Street in West Columbia, SC, is now open after being closed for the installation of shade…
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Berkeley County Government to hold in-house job fair April 30
April 14, 2026
Berkeley County Government will host a job fair for open County positions on Thursday, April 30, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. The event will be held at the Berkeley County…
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Berkeley County Government to hold in-house job fair April 30
April 14, 2026
Berkeley County Government will host a job fair for open County positions on Thursday, April 30, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. The event will be held at the Berkeley County…
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Regional safety action plan seeks input on traffic safety concerns
April 14, 2026
Input needed by April 23, 11:59 p.m., to identify high-risk areas and prioritize solutions Berkeley-Charleston-Dorchester Council of Governments (BCDCOG) is developing a Regional Safety Action Plan, a data-driven initiative to…
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City of Charleston offers six new affordable townhomes through first-time homebuyer program
April 14, 2026
The City of Charleston announced the availability of six newly constructed townhomes on Juniper Street. Each home is approximately 1,100 square feet and features two bedrooms, each with a private…
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Georgetown County’s longest-serving dispatcher, Susie Tuck, has been answering the call since before most people knew how to make one
April 13, 2026
In honor of National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, Georgetown County is profiling Susie Tuck, a veteran dispatcher celebrating 38 years of professional service who began her career at just 11…
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Mauldin Unveils New City Brand: A Fusion of Stability and Innovation
April 12, 2026
The City of Mauldin is stepping into a new era of identity with the official launch of a modernized city logo and branding strategy. The new visual identity, unveiled this…
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Georgetown City Council to host special meeting/budget workshop on April 16
April 10, 2026
The City of Georgetown has announced it will hold a Special Meeting/Budget Workshop for the Georgetown City Council on Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 4:00pm in the Municipal Courtroom, 2222…
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Charleston County to host mandatory forums for nonprofits seeking Community Investment, Accommodations Tax funding
April 9, 2026
With applications opening soon, Charleston County will host two public information forums for nonprofit, 501(c) organizations interested in applying for funding through the County Contributions Program, which includes Community Investment,…
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City of Columbia Community Development Department to host a homebuyer workshop
April 9, 2026
Who: City of Columbia Community Development Department What: A Homebuyer Workshop to learn essential steps in the home buying process. Topics Include: Fair Credit Practices How credit affects your home buying options Steps to…
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Dorchester County blood drive open to the public at county buildings on April 13
April 9, 2026
Consider donating blood to save lives Dorchester County is partnering with The Blood Connection to host a community blood drive on Monday, April 13, 2026. Residents are encouraged to participate…
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State Museum announces artists selected for “In the Making: Contemporary Craft from South Carolina”
April 9, 2026
The upcoming exhibition will highlight 12 South Carolina-based artists. The South Carolina State Museum announced the selection of 12 artists from across the state for the upcoming juried exhibition, In…
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Student entrepreneurs to showcase their businesses at Soda City Market
April 9, 2026
The City of Columbia and Soda City Market are collaborating to host our fourth annual Student Market Pop Up this Saturday, April 11, 2026. Students (ages 16 and older) will have the opportunity…
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City of Laurens Reminds Businesses of April 30 License Renewal Deadline
April 7, 2026
The City of Laurens is reminding local businesses that annual business license renewals are due by April 30, 2026. All businesses operating within the city limits are required to maintain…
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Treasurer Loftis Receives Over 1,000 Letters from Elementary Students
April 7, 2026
What began as a classroom activity to teach students about saving quickly turned into a statewide outpouring of creativity, inspiration and thoughtful reflections from South Carolina elementary students. After inviting…
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Treasurer Loftis Receives Over 1,000 Letters from Elementary Students
April 7, 2026
What began as a classroom activity to teach students about saving quickly turned into a statewide outpouring of creativity, inspiration and thoughtful reflections from South Carolina elementary students. After inviting…
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Georgetown County Council approves selection of Seamon, Whiteside & Associates for Port Master Plan
April 7, 2026
During its April 7 meeting, Georgetown County Council voted to approve the selection of Seamon, Whiteside & Associates, Inc., headquartered in Mount Pleasant, to develop a Master Plan for redevelopment…
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Fleet Services Manager
April 7, 2026
Georgetown County is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Fleet Services Manager to lead and oversee our countywide fleet operations. This is an exciting opportunity to play a critical role…
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City of Georgetown announces date change for special council meeting
April 7, 2026
The Special Meeting/Workshop of Georgetown City Council scheduled for Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 5:00pm has been rescheduled and will now be held on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at 5:00pm. The meeting…
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Georgetown County Taxpayer Academy offers residents look inside local government
April 7, 2026
Georgetown County recently started its fourth annual Taxpayer Academy, a four‑week program designed to give residents an inside look at how county government operates and how tax dollars are used.…
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City of Columbia’s 13th Annual Small Business Week Conference
April 7, 2026The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities in partnership with the U.S. Small Business Administration and the Columbia Chamber of Commerce will be hosting the City of Columbia’s 13th…
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City of Charleston cuts permit backlog, improves efficiency and customer service
April 7, 2026
Since taking office, Mayor Cogswell has prioritized improving the City of Charleston’s Permit Center to make the process more efficient, transparent, and user-friendly for both residents and staff. Those efforts…
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City of Columbia hosts one day donation drive to support individuals experiencing homelessness
April 7, 2026
Who: City of Columbia Homeless Services and City of Columbia Community Development What: The City of Columbia Homeless Services department and the City of Columbia Community Development department are partnering for a…
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Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs announces open call for 2026 Piccolo Spoleto poster
April 7, 2026
The City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs announced exciting new additions to the Piccolo Spoleto Festival, including an open call for an artist to design the official 2026 festival…
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Residents encouraged to complete Transportation Sales Tax survey ahead of April 10 deadline
April 7, 2026
Charleston County is encouraging residents to provide input on the proposed 2026 Transportation Sales Tax (TST) program before the online survey closes at 11:59 p.m. on Friday, April 10. Since…
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SCDOT, USDOT break ground on I-95 bridges over Lake Marion replacement project
April 7, 2026
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT), in partnership with the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT), announced the groundbreaking of the Interstate 95 bridges over Lake Marion replacement project, one…
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The COMET debuts distinctive new signature sound to enhance rider experience across broadcast platforms
April 7, 2026
The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (The COMET) announced the launch of its new signature sound named “On the Move”, a custom sonic branding element designed to enhance rider engagement…
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Smart Heart Act passes to improve cardiac readiness in schools
April 7, 2026
Bill requires cardiac emergency plans and AED access in all South Carolina schools After two years of advocacy from educators, medical professionals, families, and community leaders across the state, Governor…
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Beach tips from Charleston County Parks: what to know before your next visit to our beach parks
April 7, 2026
Summer is coming, and the Lowcountry’s beaches will soon become very busy. To make it as enjoyable and as safe of an experience as possible, Charleston County Parks encourages beachgoers to familiarize…
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Drop in at SK8 Charleston: the Boardr Series is back in April!
April 7, 2026
SK8 Charleston will host contest series benefitting the Grind for Life non-profit organization Charleston County Parks will host the The Boardr Series, a national skateboarding competition, in April at the…
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Georgetown County welcomes back Loren Wallace as Emergency Manager
April 6, 2026
Georgetown County announced it is bringing home one of its former staffers to lead its Emergency Services team. Loren Wallace of the Pleasant Hill community was named Emergency Manager of…
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DPH Highlights Commitment to Improved Health During National Public Health Week
April 6, 2026
In observance of National Public Health Week, April 6-12, the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is affirming its commitment to improving the health and well-being of everyone in…
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National Weather Service encourages preparedness through #SafePlaceSelfie campaign
April 2, 2026
As extreme weather patterns become increasingly unpredictable, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the National Weather Service (NWS) are calling on the public to participate in the annual…
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Dear South Carolina: The Future is Bright
April 2, 2026
By State Treasurer Curtis Loftis As your State Treasurer and a fellow citizen of South Carolina, I am excited to inform you that our state’s future is in excellent hands.…
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City of Columbia Community Development Department to host a homebuyer workshop
April 2, 2026
Who: City of Columbia Community Development Department What: A Homebuyer Workshop to learn essential steps in the home buying process. Topics Include: Fair Credit Practices How credit affects your home buying options Steps to…
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