Downtown festival road closures
October 8, 2026
Starting Thursday evening, Bank of America Fall for Greenville returns to the heart of downtown with more than 300 menu items from 60 restaurants, 92 bands performing across seven stages…
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City begins drafting ordinance to raise the bar for new developments with stricter traffic review
October 7, 2026
Mayor Cogswell announced at the State of Our City: Johns Island event that the City has begun drafting an ordinance that would expand the traffic analysis required of developers through…
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Apply today! CRFD launches fall hiring period for certified firefighters
October 7, 2026
As the fall season arrives, experienced firefighters will have the opportunity to further their careers at one of the busiest departments in South Carolina. The Columbia-Richland Fire Department has reopened…
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USDA awards $749,007 Distance Learning Grant to Williamsburg County School District to expand rural learning opportunities
October 7, 2026
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development South Carolina State Director Jacob French announced the agency is awarding $749,007 through the Distance Learning and Telemedicine (DLT) Grant Program to Williamsburg…
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Sen. Tim Scott introduces bill to drive nuclear investment and domestic infrastructure manufacturing
October 7, 2026
U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.) introduced the Opportunities for Nuclear Energy Investment Act, a bill aimed at stimulating private investment in new nuclear facilities and reshoring the manufacturing of critical…
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State audit exposes severe staffing shortage and backlog in South Carolina’s disability claims system
October 7, 2026
A newly released state legislative audit has pulled back the curtain on South Carolina’s strained disability determination system, revealing severe staffing declines, bureaucratic hiring bottlenecks, and extended processing delays for…
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Dr. Fred Carter, Francis Marion University president, to receive 2026 Global Vision Award
October 7, 2026
The Columbia World Affairs Council announced Dr. Fred Carter, president of Francis Marion University, as the 2026 Global Vision Award recipient. He will be honored at a black-tie gala on…
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2026 statewide General Election & early voting
October 6, 2026
Election Day: Tuesday, November 3 The 2026 General Election will be held Tuesday, November 3. Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. You must have a valid…
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Former Gamecock QB Connor Shaw hosts inaugural HRTHUDL cup golf tournament to fund Columbia PD AEDs
October 5, 2026
The City of Columbia and Columbia Police Department are proud to partner with HRTHUDL, a nonprofit dedicated to sudden cardiac arrest preparedness through AED placement and hands-only CPR training, to hold the…
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Public Invited to information session about proposed changes to coastal dock regulations
October 5, 2026
The S.C. Department of Environmental Services’s (SCDES) Bureau of Coastal Management (BCM) invites the public to attend an information session about proposed changes to coastal dock regulations. As South Carolina’s…
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Shop 30,000 gently used books and more at book sale
October 5, 2026
Richland Library Friends and Foundation Hosts Fall Book Sale It’s a chance to get your hands on some great deals and rare finds while adding to your book, music, and…
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Forest Acres Finance Director Brittany Adams graduates from Local Government Leadership Institute
October 5, 2026
The City of Forest Acres congratulates its Finance Director Brittany Adams on graduating from the South Carolina City and County Management Association’s (SCCCMA) Local Government Leadership Institute. Adams graduated from…
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Now open: Ramsey Grove State Park in Georgetown County
October 5, 2026
Ramsey Grove State Park, the newest addition to South Carolina’s state park system, is now open to the public as part of a limited soft opening. During this initial phase, park…
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Friends of the Georgetown Library to host October “Tuesdays With…” session on Emergency Preparedness
October 4, 2026
The Friends of the Georgetown Library invite community members to attend the next installment of their Tuesdays With… lecture series on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, from 10:00 to 11:00 AM…
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Bringing the Community Together: Georgetown’s National Night Out
October 4, 2026
Georgetown residents are invited to come out and connect with local law enforcement at this year’s National Night Out on Tuesday, October 6 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at East…
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Georgetown Mayor issues State of the City
October 4, 2026
On October 1, 2026, the Mayor’s Office issued this State of the City address via social media. By Mayor Jay Doyle City of Georgetown, SC As we reach the completion…
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Hampton County names Jarvis R. Sims as County Administrator
October 4, 2026
Local government leader brings more than 20 years of experience to the role Hampton County announced the hiring of Jarvis R. Sims as its new County Administrator. Sims will begin…
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City of Columbia accepting nominations for the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dream Keeper Scholarship Awards
October 1, 2026
The City of Columbia is accepting nominations for the 2027 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dream Keeper Scholarship Awards. The Dream Keeper Scholarship Awards program recognizes exemplary displays of committed…
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Historic Columbia announces October 2026 events
October 1, 2026
Fall in love with all the events Historic Columbia (HC) has to offer in the coming weeks. From a new walking tour to the highly anticipated Fall Plant Sale, there…
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City of Greer opens Public Safety Training Center
October 1, 2026
The City of Greer hosted a grand opening ceremony for its new $16 million Public Safety Training Center, which will support police, fire and emergency medical services in the city…
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A new home for the Dorchester County Coroner’s Office
October 1, 2026
Dorchester County celebrated a significant milestone September 22 with the grand opening of its first standalone Coroner’s Office in Summerville. Located on West Fifth North Street, the new facility provides…
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Adeptus USA selects Anderson County to establish first South Carolina operation
October 1, 2026
$215.56 Million Investment Will Create 217 New Jobs Adeptus USA (Adeptus), a wood products manufacturer, announced it has selected Anderson County to establish its first South Carolina operation. The company’s…
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Early voting for 2026 General Election begins Oct. 19 in Georgetown County
September 30, 2026
Early voting for the Nov. 3 General Election in Georgetown County runs from Oct. 19 through Oct. 31. Registered voters can cast their ballots Monday through Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to…
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Wattsville stormwater infrastructure project completed
September 29, 2026
Following the collaborative efforts of Laurens County, the South Carolina Office of Resilience, KCI Technologies, and HRH Engineering & Construction LLC, we are pleased to announce the completion of the…
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Public Information Officer
September 29, 2026
The City of Georgetown is hiring a full-time Public Information Officer to lead our community outreach and public education program. The person in this role will serve as the lead…
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Greenville moves to nonpartisan municipal elections
September 29, 2026
Change Would Take Place for 2027 Elections The City of Greenville is preparing for a significant change in how its municipal elections are conducted. Starting in 2027, elections will shift…
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South Carolina ETV and Public Radio to host, broadcast and livestream South Carolina Election 2026 U.S. Senate debate
September 29, 2026
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) will host, broadcast and livestream a South Carolina Election 2026 U.S. Senate debate on Oct. 11 at 7 p.m. from SCETV studios in Columbia. The…
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Charleston County project team to deliver quarterly update on Fort Johnson Road intersection improvements
September 28, 2026
The Fort Johnson Road intersection improvements project team will deliver a quarterly construction progress update on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at James Island Town…
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West Columbia’s 10th Annual Fall Back Fest is Friday, November 6, 2026
September 28, 2026
The City of West Columbia invites everyone to enjoy the 10th Annual Fall Back Fest on Friday, November 6, 2026, from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m., along the 100–300 blocks of…
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Georgetown’s waterfront redevelopment is stalled. The cost of inaction is growing.
September 28, 2026
The breakdown of a major brownfield redevelopment underscores what Georgetown stands to lose—and what public officials, property owners and developers must do to restore momentum. By Karen Owens Publisher Hundreds…
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Sen. Tim Scott co-sponsors bipartisan bill to boost U.S. film industry, highlighting South Carolina’s economic impact
September 28, 2026
U.S. Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.) introduced bipartisan legislation Thursday aimed at revitalizing domestic film and television production and bringing entertainment industry jobs back to the United States—a move with significant…
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Dominion Energy to begin performing tree trimming activities as scheduled for 2026
September 25, 2026
Dominion Energy will begin performing tree trimming activities along overhead utility lines in the following neighborhoods on Monday, September 28, 2026, at 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Distribution Line Tree Trimming:…
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Moja Arts Festival to honor Dr. Thaddeus Bell, other community heros at gala
September 23, 2026
The City of Charleston and MOJA Arts will honor Dr. Thaddeus J. Bell and three other community leaders at the MOJA Arts Festival Community Heroes Gala at 7 p.m. Thursday,…
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City of Orangeburg hosts Community Chat about City Planning & Infrastructure
September 23, 2026
Learn about Orangeburg’s growth, development and revitalization The City of Orangeburg invites residents to join the Building Orangeburg Quarterly Community Chat on Tuesday, September 29 at Council Chambers, 933 Middleton…
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City of Clinton seeks applicants for Design Review Board
September 23, 2026
The City of Clinton is looking for residents interested in serving on its Design Review Board, offering community members a chance to have a voice in how the city grows…
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Columbia shifts from PARK(ing) day to focus on longer-term interventions and demonstration projects
September 22, 2026
After ten years of hosting an annual PARK(ing) Day event, the City of Columbia Planning and Development Services Department is shifting its focus to longer-term tactical urbanism interventions and demonstration…
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City of Columbia switches to new e-procurement system, CobbleStone
September 22, 2026
The City of Columbia Procurement Department is transitioning from the old e-procurement platform, Ion Wave, to a new platform, CobbleStone. After finding out that our current e-procurement platform will no longer…
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Georgetown celebrates grand opening of Clarence C. Smalls City Hall
September 22, 2026
Much-needed rain didn’t dampen the spirits of more than 100 people who gathered this morning for the official grand opening of the Clarence C. Smalls City Hall. A ribbon-cutting ceremony…
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Clinton council approves Cambridge Farms annexation on first reading
September 22, 2026
Clinton City Council voted 4-3 on Monday, September 14 to approve first reading of an ordinance annexing property at the intersection of South Carolina Highway 56 and Cambridge Road into…
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City of Columbia Parks & Recreation seeks community partners for city-wide Halloween Day Party
September 22, 2026
The City of Columbia Parks & Recreation Department is inviting local organizations, agencies, businesses and service providers that serve children and families to participate in its upcoming Halloween Day Party,…
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Wil Brasington announces campaign for mayor of Greenville
September 22, 2026
Greenville city councilman launches campaign centered on experienced leadership and a vision for the city’s next chapter Greenville City Councilman Wil Brasington officially announced his candidacy for mayor of Greenville…
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Removal of Helene debris from Reedy River begins
September 22, 2026
USDA-NRCS Grant Funds Helene Debris Removal from Reedy River $1.4 million will help remove 25,000 cubic yards of fallen trees and other vegetation Two years after Hurricane Helene, a USDA…
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Fandom Fest returns to Southern Georgetown Library Oct. 10
September 21, 2026
Fandom Fest, a celebration of fandom culture, creativity and community, will return to the Southern Georgetown Community Library next month for its second year. Sponsored by the Friends of the…
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Chasing the Algorithm: SC Lawmakers Struggle to Rein in Rapid AI Growth
September 21, 2026
South Carolina lawmakers are facing an uphill battle under the Statehouse dome as they attempt to craft guardrails for artificial intelligence, grappling with a technology that is expanding far faster…
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Georgetown County Water & Sewer District launches online hub to track voter-approved capital projects
September 21, 2026
The Georgetown County Water & Sewer District has launched a new online project hub to keep residents updated on the progress of five major infrastructure projects funded through the local…
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Georgetown County launches website for Port Redevelopment Master Plan, seeks public input
September 21, 2026
Georgetown County Economic Development has launched a new website(opens in new tab) for the Port Redevelopment Master Plan, giving residents a place to follow the project and share their ideas…
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City of Charleston celebrates the opening of Fort Pemberton Park
September 18, 2026
The City of Charleston celebrated the opening of Fort Pemberton Park with an official ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, Sept. 17. The park, located at 221 Yates Ave(opens in new tab). in…
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City of Columbia to host annual Isabel Law Breakfast on October 2
September 17, 2026The City of Columbia and the Mayor’s Campaign Against Breast Cancer Committee will host the 2026 Isabel Law Breakfast on Friday, October 2, from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. at Boyd…
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City of Charleston announces Akua Page’s designs as the 2026 MOJA Arts Festival’s official poster
September 17, 2026The City of Charleston’s Office of Cultural Affairs (OCA) has announced Akua Page, a Gullah Geechee interdisciplinary artist, cultural educator and naturalist from North Charleston, as the winner of the…
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Join the SCSM Foundation for Moonlight & Milestones, a Black-Tie Gala
September 17, 2026
Saturday, October 17, 6:30 -10 p.m. The South Carolina State Museum Foundation will host Moonlight & Milestones(opens in new tab), a black-tie, red-carpet gala on Saturday, October 17, 6:30-10 p.m.…
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