Tecklenburg Joins Mayors in Calling for DHEC Review of Seismic Testing
May 18, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – In the wake of last week’s formal request by Mayor Joe Riley of Charleston, Mayor Billy Keyserling of Beaufort, Mayor Tim Goodwin of Folly Beach and others…
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Greenville City Fire Department Forms Community Risk Reduction Team
May 18, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Greenville City Fire Chief Steve Kovalcik has authorized the formation of a Community Risk Reduction Team (CRRT), which will be responsible for developing and conducting public education programs,…
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SC Chamber Safety Awards Presented to Renewable Water Resources
May 18, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Renewable Water Resources (ReWa) was presented the South Carolina Chamber Safety Awards in March of 2015 to honor their efforts in making workplace safety a priority. The following…
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Richland County Celebrates Role as First ‘Connected’ Capital Community in U.S.
May 18, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Richland County was officially named the first “Connected” certified capital community in the United States at a ceremony Wednesday and released a technology action plan that offers…
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Carpet and Padding Recycling Now Offered at Caughman Road Landfill Drop-off
May 18, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Richland County Solid Waste & Recycling is now offering a new disposal service for residents: most unwanted carpets and carpet padding will be accepted at the Caughman…
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South Carolina 2014 Notable Documents Announced
May 18, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina State Library is pleased to announce the selection of the most notable South Carolina state government documents of 2014. The event will mark the 25th…
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Mayor Riley to lead groundbreaking at ACBA’s new campus site
May 14, 2015CHARLESTON, SC – Charleston Mayor Joseph P. Riley, Jr. will lead a host of civic officials, clergy and community residents at a groundbreaking ceremony, 12:30 p.m., Thursday, May 7, to…
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Mayor of Charleston Announces Dedication for Gaillard Center
May 14, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Calling it the city’s “building for the future and future generations,” Mayor Joseph P. Riley, Jr. invites the public to attend a Dedication Ceremony on October 9, 2015…
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Columbia Fire Department now seeking experienced Firefighter II certified candidates
May 13, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The Columbia Fire Department is now seeking experienced Firefighter II certified candidates to begin immediate firefighter shift work after a shortened 4-week job orientation course. Qualified candidates…
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Economic Analysis Shows Business License Tax Needs Reform
May 13, 2015Business leaders rallying behind business license tax reform bill COLUMBIA, SC – On May 6, 2015 more than 100 members of South Carolina’s business community joined state policymakers for…
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Construction begins on Innovista (Greene Street) Phase One Project
May 12, 2015RICHLAND COUNTY, SC – The Richland Penny program, in partnership with the University of South Carolina and the City of Columbia, announced today the start of construction on the Innovista,…
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South Carolina Business Leaders United in Calling for Passage of Roads Bill This Year, Commend Special Order Vote
May 12, 201526 members of the SC Business Roundtable release letter to the Senate urging passage of bill to fix SC roads . COLUMBIA, SC – This week, dozens of South Carolina…
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City of Lancaster has been chosen to receive 2015 Historic Preservation Stewardship Award
May 12, 2015
LANCASTER, SC – The City of Lancaster has been chosen to receive a 2015 Historic Preservation Stewardship Award for its dedication to the preservation of the Cultural Arts Center at…
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VA Celebrates National Nurses Week May 6-12
May 11, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), the nation’s largest single employer of nurses, joins the American Nurses Association in honoring America’s nurses dedicated to saving lives and…
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Richland County Showcases Unique Weather Monitoring Network – RC WINDS
May 11, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Richland County is using a high-tech, weather monitoring network to better respond to emergency situations, and now the same network is accessible to the public through an updated…
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The City of Columbia is Now Accepting Online Payments for Parking Citations
May 10, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The City of Columbia Parking Services Department is working with T2 Systems and South Carolina Interactive to develop a real time payment system which offers those receiving…
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Graham Applauds Senate Vote To Ensure Congressional Review of Iran Nuclear Deal
May 10, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today applauded the Senate’s passage of the Iran Nuclear Agreement Review Act, which requires President Obama to submit any deal with Iran…
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SBA Announces Top Winners of Business Competition for Innovations That Empower Women’s Lives
May 10, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The U.S. Small Business Administration today announced the winners of its InnovateHER Business Challenge at a National Small Business Week event, the “2015 InnovateHER Business Challenge Finals,” hosted…
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Gov. Nikki Haley Announces the Month of the Military Spouse
May 9, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley today issued a proclamation designating May 2015 the Month of the Military Spouse, encouraging all South Carolinians to honor the courage and sacrifice of our…
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Speaker Lucas Reacts to Senate GOP Infrastructure Plan
May 9, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – House Speaker Jay Lucas (District 65-Darlington) issued the following statement in response to the Senate Republican Caucus’ newly created infrastructure plan. “The Legislature has an obligation to the…
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City of Columbia Urges Consumers to Understand their Water “From Source to Tap” During Drinking Water Week
May 9, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – City of Columbia As Drinking Water Week continues, the City of Columbia joins the American Water Works Association and water professionals across the country in highlighting the…
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State House Report: Top Three Things You Need to Know
May 9, 2015
By Ashley Hunter Governor Signs SC State Bill; Senate GOP Proposes New Roads Plan and Senate Adopts Budget A Conference Committee of 3 House Members and 3 Senators…
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Horry/Georgetown Legislative Delegations Seeking Applicants for Agriculture Commission
May 6, 2015CONWAY, SC – The Legislative Delegation in the Fifteenth Judicial Circuit (Horry and Georgetown counties) hereby notifies the public of an expiring term on the Agriculture Commission of South Carolina. Individuals…
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Lancaster County Council of the Arts is accepting applications for Academic Scholarship
May 6, 2015LANCASTER, SC – The Lancaster County Council of the Arts is accepting applications for the new $500 LCCA Academic Scholarship, which will be awarded to a high school senior residing…
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Advertisement of Vacancies for the City of Columbia Boards & Commissions
May 6, 2015
COLUMBIA, 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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Speakers to Highlight the Impact of Broadband Internet at CONNECTIONS 2015 Event
May 5, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Richland County residents can learn about improving everything from health to wealth later this month when national and local technology experts convene in Columbia to discuss the implications…
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2014 S.C. Environmental Awareness Award Call for Nominations
May 5, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The state of South Carolina is seeking nominations for an award to recognize individuals who are doing extraordinary work for the natural environment. Nominations will be accepted through…
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Justin Powell Named New Assistant County Administrator
May 2, 2015CONWAY, SC – Justin Powell, will become Horry County’s new Assistant County Administrator of Administration, replacing Anne Wright who resigned in March. Powell has been the Chief Financial Officer for…
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Graham, Scott Introduce Legislation to Rename Hollings Judicial Center in Charleston
April 30, 2015CHARLESTON, SC– South Carolina’s United States Senators Lindsey Graham and Tim Scott have introduced legislation to rename the Hollings Judicial Center in Charleston as the J. Waties Waring Judicial Center.…
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Town of Batesburg-Leesville Announces Free Safety Blitz for Residents
April 29, 2015Batesburg-Leesville , SC – The Town of Batesburg-Leesville’s Fire Chief, Jay Hendrix, is excited to announce a Smoke and Carbon Monoxide (CO) Alarm Blitz on Saturday, May 2nd, 2015 at…
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City to Offer Weekend Promotion at Spring Street Garage
April 29, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Beginning this week, the City of Greenville will offer a special weekend parking promotion at the Spring Street Garage, located at 316 South Spring Street. The promotion…
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Mayor Benjamin Joins National Panel on Fiscal Leadership
April 28, 2015BOSTON, MA – Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin joined some of the nation’s foremost experts on public finance in Boston, Massachusetts today to discuss how the City of Columbia is using new…
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SC Treasurer’s Office Names Unclaimed Property Director
April 28, 2015South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis Jr. has appointed Dayle DeLong to serve as Senior Assistant State Treasurer. DeLong will oversee Palmetto Payback, South Carolina’s unclaimed property program. DeLong joins the…
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SC Treasurer’s Office Names Unclaimed Property Director
April 28, 2015South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis Jr. has appointed Dayle DeLong to serve as Senior Assistant State Treasurer. DeLong will oversee Palmetto Payback, South Carolina’s unclaimed property program. DeLong joins the…
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SC Treasurer’s Office Names Unclaimed Property Director
April 28, 2015
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis Jr. has appointed Dayle DeLong to serve as Senior Assistant State Treasurer. DeLong will oversee Palmetto Payback, South Carolina’s unclaimed property program. DeLong joins the…
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Advertisement of Vacancies on the Commercial Revolving Loan Review Board
April 27, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The City of Columbia is accepting applications for the Commercial Revolving Loan Review Board. Individuals applying for this board must be a Community Banker or a Small…
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DHEC Board Appoints Catherine Heigel as Director
April 25, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The S.C. Board of Health and Environmental Control announced the appointment of Catherine Heigel as director of the Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC). “The selection…
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Gov. Nikki Haley Celebrates S.C. Teacher of the Year, Announces Teacher Appreciation Month
April 24, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley was joined today by S.C. Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman in celebrating the 2015 South Carolina Teacher of the Year and announcing a statewide proclamation…
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Columbia City Council work session, Tuesday, April 21
April 22, 2015By Temple Ligon COLUMBIA, SC – Council took most of its work session Tuesday afternoon as time to discuss water and sewer rates, but specifically how to extract money…
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Seven Additional S.C. Counties Certified as Work Ready
April 22, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Seven counties were recognized today for achieving certification through the South Carolina Work Ready Communities (SCWRC) initiative. The counties are: Barnwell, Chesterfield, Darlington, Dillon, Lee, Lexington, and…
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Go Red Fashion Show Yields $3500 for American Heart Association
April 21, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Councilwoman Tameika Isaac Devine and the City of Columbia presented a check for $3,500 to the American Heart Association during the City Council meeting held this evening. …
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South Carolina’s Employment Situation March 2015
April 21, 2015
Labor Force Continues To Rise, Employment Sets Another Record The number of South Carolinians working in March increased 5,838 and reached another historic high with an estimated 2,096,110 people. March…
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State House Report: Top Three Things You Need to Know
April 20, 2015
Road Funding and Dept. of Transportation Restructuring; State Bond Bill; and Body Cameras 1. Last week, the members of the House of Representatives spent extensive time debating 3579,…
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City selected as Finalist for NUSA Neighborhood Program Award
April 20, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The City’s Community Development Department was selected as a finalist for the 2015 Neighborhoods, USA (NUSA) Best Neighborhood Program Award for its Access Columbia Financial Literacy Conference.…
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VA Announces New Grants to Help End Veteran Homelessness
April 16, 2015
Initiative Targets 45,000 Homeless and At-Risk Veterans and Families in High-Need Communities CHARLESTON, SC – Secretary of Veterans Affairs Robert A. McDonald announced March 31, the award of $2…
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City Of Charleston Completes Downtown Bicycle Survey
April 16, 2015
Public input exceeds expectations CHARLESTON, SC – The City of Charleston has completed its Downtown Bicycle Survey, which was the first comprehensive study of cycling patterns in Charleston. Created and managed by the…
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City Recognizes 15th Year Of Family Circle Cup In Charleston
April 16, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – The Family Circle Cup, the premiere women’s championship tennis tournament, just completed its 15th season in Charleston, South Carolina after moving here from Hilton Head, SC. Mayor…
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City Council Recognized Top Recruiters for Lifesavers Blood Drive
April 15, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Last night, Columbia City Council recognized the top three City staff recruiters who served as team captains for their departments during the annual blood drive, the Columbia…
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City Receives Additional Funding for Individual Development Account Program
April 15, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The Assets for Independence Program, a division of the Federal Health and Human Services, announced a $75,000 grant that will be matched by the City with an…
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Mayor Benjamin releases statement on former Mayor Coble’s hospitalization
April 15, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin released the following statement today in response to former Mayor Bob Coble being transported to Providence Hospital after becoming ill at the South…
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