Let’s Move! Columbia Branding and Marketing Featured in National Publication
October 29, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – The City of Columbia was recognized by the National League of Cities’ Institute for Youth, Education, and Families (NLC) for its marketing and branding of Let’s Move! Columbia…
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Former State Tax Commissioner addresses need for referendum
October 28, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – Member of the group that helped create the plan for the November Roads Referendum addressed some of the recent false statements made about the proposed project. The…
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South Carolina Energy Office Recognizes Richland County Energy Leadership
October 22, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – Richland County received a 2014 Local Government Energy Leadership Award from the South Carolina Energy Office and the Emily Hall Tremaine Foundation. The award honors local governments…
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Secretary of State Hammond Issues Million-Dollar Fine Against Professional Fundraiser
October 22, 2014Strategic Fundraising, Inc. Fined After Violating Settlement Agreement COLUMBIA, SC – Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced today that his office has issued a fine against professional solicitor Strategic Fundraising,…
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Membership Elects 2015 Officers and New Members to Board of Directors
October 22, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Educational Association (SCWCEA) announced the newly elected 2015 Officers and new members to the Board of Directors at its annual business meeting on…
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Membership Elects 2015 Officers and New Members to Board of Directors
October 22, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Educational Association (SCWCEA) announced the newly elected 2015 Officers and new members to the Board of Directors at its annual business meeting on…
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Advertisement of Vacancies for the City of Columbia Boards & Commissions
October 22, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – The City of Columbia is seeking persons to serve on a variety of boards and commissions. Participation is another way city residents can take part in their…
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South Carolina Department of Agriculture Unveils New Website & New Logo
October 21, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Department of Agriculture (SCDA) announced the unveil of its newly redesigned website, agriculture.sc.gov. The new site is easy-to-navigate and users will have quicker access to pages,…
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South Carolina’s Employment Situation September 2014
October 21, 2014
Unemployment Rate Increases for Third Consecutive Month The state’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate increased to 6.6 percent in September from a revised August level of 6.3 percent. The number of…
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South Carolina’s Employment Situation September 2014
October 21, 2014Unemployment Rate Increases for Third Consecutive Month The state’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate increased to 6.6 percent in September from a revised August level of 6.3 percent. The number of…
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DEW Launches Nation’s First Real-Time Jail and Unemployment Data Cross Match
October 20, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – As the first workforce agency in the nation to implement a real-time comparison of jail records to unemployment data, the SC Department of Employment and Workforce has realized…
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DEW Launches Nation’s First Real-Time Jail and Unemployment Data Cross Match
October 20, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – As the first workforce agency in the nation to implement a real-time comparison of jail records to unemployment data, the SC Department of Employment and Workforce has realized…
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Richland County Councilwoman leads the South Carolina Association of Counties County Council Coalition
October 19, 2014Councilwoman Joyce Dickerson voted in as the new County Council Coalition President COLUMBIA, SC – During today’s South Carolina Association of Counties (SCAC) Fall Meeting, Councilwoman Joyce Dickerson was voted…
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Senator Tim Scott: We Need a Temporary Travel Ban From Ebola-Stricken Nations
October 19, 2014CHARLESTON, SC – U.S. Senator Tim Scott released the following statement regarding travel restrictions from Ebola-stricken nations in West Africa. Senator Scott is a member of both the Senate Commerce,…
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Senator Tim Scott: We Need a Temporary Travel Ban From Ebola-Stricken Nations
October 19, 2014CHARLESTON, SC – U.S. Senator Tim Scott released the following statement regarding travel restrictions from Ebola-stricken nations in West Africa. Senator Scott is a member of both the Senate Commerce,…
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Sigmatex Selects South Carolina For Its Fifth Manufacturing Facility, To Create 50 Jobs
October 16, 2014Initial $12 Million Investment To Establish Orangeburg County Operations COLUMBIA, SC – Sigmatex, a world leader in the manufacturing of carbon fiber textiles has selected Matthews Industrial Park in…
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Sigmatex Selects South Carolina For Its Fifth Manufacturing Facility, To Create 50 Jobs
October 16, 2014Initial $12 Million Investment To Establish Orangeburg County Operations COLUMBIA, SC – Sigmatex, a world leader in the manufacturing of carbon fiber textiles has selected Matthews Industrial Park in Orangeburg…
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Cayce Mayor Named Among Top Women of Influence
October 15, 2014CAYCE, SC – The City of Cayce is thrilled to recognize Mayor Elise Partin for being selected as one of The Southeast Small Business Magazine’s (SESBM) “Top Women of Influence” for 2014. The Women of…
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Richland County Council embarks on NEW Scholastic Collaborative
October 15, 2014Councilman Jim Manning joins Winthrop University in creating new apprenticeship program COLUMBIA, SC – Richland County Councilman Jim Manning is partnering with Winthrop University’s Department of Social Work…
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Midlands Area Treasured Trees Program 2014 Accepting Nominations
October 13, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Nominations are now being accepted for the Treasured Trees Program. The Treasured Trees Program seeks to document and preserve trees that have significant value to the greater…
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DHEC and ACS Working Together to Help More Women Access Breast Cancer Screenings
October 13, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – With Breast Cancer Awareness Month underway, the American Cancer Society (ACS) and the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) are taking the opportunity to remind…
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Building Industry Officials Gather at Richland County to Gain Insights into New Industry Standards
October 13, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Permit technicians from across South Carolina were updated on the newest residential building codes at a class designed to help ensure structures are built in the safest,…
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Town of Lexington Seeks Proposals for Purchase of ‘Shirey’s on Main’
October 13, 2014
LEXINGTON, SC – The Town of Lexington is soliciting proposals (which would provide the greatest investment) for the purchase and redevelopment of the ‘Shirey’s on Main’ building located at 101…
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Small Business–Lender Matchmaker
October 13, 2014Oct. 22 | Small Business–Lender Matchmaker Workshop for entrepreneurs seeking financing to start or grow their businesses. Includes training sessions throughout the morning and one-on-one matchmaking sessions with a variety of…
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First Library Referendum for Charleston County in 28 years on November 4th Ballot
October 9, 2014
Plan Calls for 5 New Libraries, 13 Renovated Libraries CHARLESTON, SC – Not since 1986 have voters been asked to upgrade and improve Charleston County Libraries. That’s when Whitney Houston…
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Candidates Debate- Kirkman Finlay and Joe McCulloch
October 9, 2014Thursday, October 16th, 6:30pm at the Lourie Center, Columbia, SC South Carolina Sierra Club to host debate on conservation and the environment between SC House District 75 candidates Kirkman…
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Columbia City Council – October 7, 2014
October 9, 2014By Temple Ligon Council met last Tuesday, October 7, on two occasions. Its work session ran from roughly 2:00 p.m. until a little before 6:00 p.m., and then there was a regularly…
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The Plain Facts About the Lexington County Penny
October 9, 2014By Tiffany Boyce-Heitzman It’s a shame that the opponents of the Lexington County “Penny for Pavement” continue to intentionally confuse the voters about the proposed one penny capital projects…
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South Carolina Peanut Board Announces New Website to Answer Peanut Allergy Questions
October 9, 2014PeanutAllergyFacts.org offers resources for families, schools, professionals COLUMBIA, SC – As the school year gets underway, many districts face challenges on how to best manage peanut and other food allergies…
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Richland County Recreation Commission Refinances Bond, Saves Taxpayers Money
October 6, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – The Richland County Recreation Commission refinanced a portion of their 2008 General Obligation Bond. The bonds were issued to purchase land, upgrade existing facilities and construct new…
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Columbia Fire Department Reminds City of Columbia & Richland County Residents: Working Smoke Alarms Save Lives!
October 6, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – Working smoke alarms can make a life-saving difference in a fire. That’s the message behind this year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign, “Working Smoke Alarms Save Lives: Test…
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SC Treasurer’s Office Names Scott Lindenberg Public Information Director
October 3, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Scott Lindenberg has joined the South Carolina Office of State Treasurer as public information director. Lindenberg will oversee strategic communications for the office including marketing and branding,…
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SC Treasurer’s Office Names Scott Lindenberg Public Information Director
October 3, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Scott Lindenberg has joined the South Carolina Office of State Treasurer as public information director. Lindenberg will oversee strategic communications for the office including marketing and branding,…
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SC Treasurer’s Office Names Scott Lindenberg Public Information Director
October 3, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – Scott Lindenberg has joined the South Carolina Office of State Treasurer as public information director. Lindenberg will oversee strategic communications for the office including marketing and branding,…
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South Carolina Department of Agriculture Names Amy London Grants Coordinator
October 2, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Department of Agriculture (SCDA) is pleased to announce the promotion of Amy London to Grants Coordinator. In this new role, Amy will serve the entire…
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Richland County Month in Review: September
October 2, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – The following are highlights from Richland County Government in September: Councilman Torrey Rush, District 7, presented a resolution Sept. 11 recognizing the last Saturday in September…
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Leadership South Carolina Welcomes Mayor Elise Partin to Their Newest Class
October 1, 2014COLUMBIA – Leadership South Carolina, the state’s oldest and most recognized leadership development program, welcomes Elise Partin to the Class of 2015. Partin is the Mayor of Cayce, SC. She…
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Gov. Nikki Haley Announces Bullying Prevention Month
October 1, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley today issued a statewide proclamation designating the month of October as Bullying Prevention Month. The proclamation is a part of Gov. Haley’s anti-bullying initiative, meant…
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State Director of SC SBDC elected to national board of directors
September 30, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Michele Abraham, the state director of the South Carolina Small Business Development Centers, was recently elected to the board of directors for the national association of SBDCs.…
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Ethics Commission Hearing Scheduled in Complaint Against Former Town Clerk
September 29, 2014
CHAPIN, SC – The Town of Chapin received notification from the South Carolina Ethics Commission that there is probable cause to support allegations that former Chapin Town Clerk Adrienne Thompson…
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Mayor Benjamin welcomes 2014 Summer Mayor’s Fellows
September 29, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin today proudly announced the selection of the 2014 Fall Semester class of Mayor’s Fellows. Upon taking office, Mayor Benjamin launched the program that…
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South Carolina Unveils Statewide Obesity Action Plan
September 24, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) Director Catherine Templeton and the South Carolina Obesity Council, today unveiled the state’s first-ever obesity action plan, SCaledown.org. A…
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Community Welcomes New Park, Nature Center in Crane Creek
September 22, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Dozens of Crane Creek area residents celebrated the grand opening of a new park and nature center – a facility that was made possible through the joint…
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DSS Names New Richland County Director
September 21, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Department of Social Services has named Rasel “Reese” Palmer as Director of Richland County Department of Social Services. Palmer brings to Richland more than 14…
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SC Academy of Authors Announces Annual Fellowships in Fiction and Poetry
September 19, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – The SC Academy of Authors (SCAA) announces its annual fellowship competitions in poetry and fiction. Winning authors in each category will receive $1,000 and be invited to the…
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Andy Metts named new Utility Director for Town of Chapin
September 19, 2014
CHAPIN, SC – The Town of Chapin has hired Andy Metts to lead its Utility Department, beginning October 6, 2014. Metts has most recently served as the Director of Utilities for Richland…
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South Carolina’s Employment Situation August 2014
September 19, 2014
Unemployment Rate Increases for Second Consecutive Month The state’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate increased to 6.4 percent in August from a revised 5.8 percent in July. The estimated number of…
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Free Electronics Recycling & Shredding Event
September 17, 2014
September 27, 2014 from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. WHO: City of Greenville WHAT: Free Electronics Recycling & Shredding Event WHEN: Saturday, September 27 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.…
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Town of Lexington hosts Grand Opening of Fourteen Mile Creek Trail
September 17, 2014
LEXINGTON, SC – The Town of Lexington will host the grand opening of our Fourteen Mile Creek Trail on Tuesday, September 30 at 10:30am. The trail is located off North Lake Dr. and…
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2014 SC Waste Pesticide Recovery Collection Dates & Locations Set
September 17, 2014October 13 – 16, 2014 ~ COLUMBIA, SC – The dates and locations are set for the 2014 SC Waste Pesticide Recovery Program. The South Carolina Department of Agriculture (SCDA) has…
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