The City of Charleston now accepting applications for 2026 State Accommodations Tax and Community Assistance grants
July 23, 2025
The City of Charleston has opened the application period for its 2026 State Accommodations Tax (SAT) and Community Assistance Funding grant programs. Non-profit organizations and public agencies are invited to…
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Laurens County Citizens on Land Use and Zoning Task Force to Hold Two Upcoming Meetings
July 22, 2025
The Laurens County Citizens on Land Use and Zoning Task Force has scheduled two upcoming meetings to continue discussions on the county’s future growth, land use, and zoning policies. Thursday,…
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City of Columbia and Core Spaces announce major downtown redevelopment project – July 29
July 22, 2025The City of Columbia, in partnership with Core Spaces, Richland County, and the Main Street District, has announced a transformative new development in the heart of downtown. The redevelopment of…
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Margaret Fent Bodman appointed South Carolina’s next State Child Advocate
July 21, 2025
Governor Henry McMaster has appointed Margaret Fent Bodman as the next State Child Advocate to lead the Department of Children’s Advocacy following the departure of former Child Advocate Amanda Whittle, who…
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Spinx celebrates 24/7 Day with free offer for first responders
July 21, 2025
On Thursday, July 24, Spinx will join the convenience store industry for the seventh annual 24/7 Day, a nationwide celebration recognizing everyday heroes—including first responders, EMTs, doctors, nurses, 911 professionals,…
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One Columbia announces new headquarters, launches new artist support fund, and prepares for next cohort of Garage Studio artists
July 21, 2025
One Columbia for Arts and Culture announced a new chapter in its work supporting the creative community of Columbia, SC. With a new location, a new artist grant initiative, and…
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Charleston County to host Powered by Purpose Conference for local nonprofit organizations
July 21, 2025
Charleston County Community Development and Revitalization, in partnership with South Carolina Association for Community Economic Development (SCACED) and Increasing H.O.P.E., will host the Powered by Purpose Conference on Tuesday, August 19 and Wednesday,…
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Cola Town Bike Collective to celebrate South Main St. bike lane completion with community ride – July 27
July 21, 2025The City of Columbia and the Cola Town Bike Collective are teaming up to host a community-wide bike ride on Sunday, July 27, to celebrate a major milestone in local…
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Charleston County releases interactive summary of Comprehensive Plan
July 21, 2025
Charleston County announced the release of its new Comprehensive Plan Interactive Summary, which provides a more dynamic and accessible way for community members and stakeholders to explore the Comprehensive Plan.…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Appoints South Carolina’s Next State Child Advocate
July 17, 2025
Governor Henry McMaster has appointed Margaret Fent Bodman as the next State Child Advocate to lead the Department of Children’s Advocacy following the departure of former Child Advocate Amanda Whittle, who…
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Pathways to Possibilities: A Resource Fair for Career, Expungement and Pardon Assistance on July 31
July 17, 2025Spearheaded by Senator Tameika Isaac Devine, Richland County District One School Board Commissioner Aaron Bishop in conjunction with Path to Redemption and One Common Cause Pathways to Possibilities, an effort…
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Health, Social and Environmental Affairs Committee highlights | Tuesday, July 15, 2025
July 17, 2025
The City of Columbia’s Health, Social and Environmental Affairs Committee convened with City leadership and staff to discuss priorities and strategies that advance environmental stewardship, climate resilience, and community well-being.…
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National nonprofit Petco Love invests in Columbia Animal Services to save and improve the lives of pets in the Midlands area
July 17, 2025
Columbia Animal Services is set to receive a $50,000 grant investment from national nonprofit Petco Love in support of their lifesaving work for pets in the Midlands Area. Petco Love…
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Public invited to meeting on proposed Jackson Creek Greenway project
July 17, 2025
Richland County invites the public to a community meeting to learn more about the proposed Jackson Creek Greenway project in Northeast Richland. The drop-in, open house-style meeting will give residents…
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Charleston’s First Day Festival returns August 10
July 17, 2025
COMMUNITY INVITED TO SUPPORT SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE The City of Charleston is preparing to help local students head back to school with confidence and the tools they need to succeed.…
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Moonlight Mixers are back at the Folly Beach Pier
July 17, 2025
Three more nights of dancing on the pier this summer The Folly Beach Pier continues its Moonlight Mixers series in July! The next event will feature music from Dave Landeo…
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State Accommodations Tax funds 35 projects
July 17, 2025
City Council Awards $3 Million to Support Local Tourism Overnight visitors in Greenville are supporting your favorite tourism events and venues. On Monday, City Council designated more than $3 million…
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City of Laurens Council Meeting Recap – July 15, 2025
July 16, 2025
The City of Laurens Council met on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, with Mayor Nathan Senn opening the meeting by offering praise for the city’s successful Freedom Fest celebration earlier this…
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Laurens County Council Advances Economic Development Projects, Approves Second Reading on Proposed Moratorium
July 16, 2025
Meeting Recap: Monday, July 14, 2025 The Laurens County Council met on Monday, July 14, 2025, addressing a range of issues from public safety reminders to significant economic development approvals.…
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City of Charleston’s Forest Acres Drainage Improvement Project named Project of the Year in South Carolina
July 15, 2025
The City of Charleston announced that its Forest Acres Phase 2 Drainage Improvement Project has been named South Carolina Project of the Year in the Environment category by the American…
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ENRICH African American Heritage Tour
July 15, 2025The Richland County Conservation Commission announces the launch of the ENRICH Tour, a self-guided, mobile audio tour celebrating the rich African American heritage embedded in the County’s cultural and physical…
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Greenville Police report to City Council
July 15, 2025
Crime Drops 16 Percent; Citizen Satisfaction High Greenville is a safe city with a trusted police force. Police Chief Howie Thompson delivered the statistics and direct feedback from residents during…
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Grants awarded to improve communities throughout SC
July 15, 2025
S.C. Department of Commerce awards nearly $8 million in Community Development Block Grant funds Eight communities from throughout South Carolina are receiving community development grant funds totaling almost $8 million…
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Design/Development Review Commission | Thursday, July 17, 2025
July 11, 2025
On Thursday, July 17, 2025, the Design/Development Review Commission meeting will be held at 4:00 p.m. at City Hall, 1737 Main Street, Columbia, SC 29201. Members of the public and/or…
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Secretary of State Mark Hammond announces 2025 Notary Public Seminars
July 10, 2025
Today, Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced that his office will be offering free, in-person notary public seminars in Lexington, Spartanburg, Florence, and Charleston counties in August and September. These…
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Advertisement of vacancies on various boards and commissions
July 10, 2025
The City of Columbia is accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions. MUNICIPAL ELECTION COMMISSION Seeking to fill one (1) vacancy. The purpose of the…
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Clinton City Council Recap – July 7, 2025
July 9, 2025
The Clinton City Council held its regular monthly meeting on Monday, July 7 at 6:00 p.m., covering a full agenda that included the recognition of a retiring officer, public concerns…
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Richland County Council adopts balanced Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget to support county public safety, education and infrastructure
July 9, 2025
Richland County Council approved the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-2026 budget after a third reading during its regularly scheduled Council meeting June 17. The adopted budget of $1,457,108,024, including the General…
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Secretary of State Mark Hammond encourages wise charitable giving following Texas flooding disaster
July 9, 2025
Today, South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond urged donors to give wisely to charitable causes following last weekend’s flooding disaster in Kerr County, Texas. “The families devastated by the…
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Planned multimillion-dollar solar investment to energize Richland County
July 9, 2025
Pontiac Solar LLC announced plans to construct a solar farm in Eastover, in southeast Richland County. The company plans to invest $112.5 million to develop a tract along Pine Thicket…
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Gov. McMaster Announces Deployment of South Carolina Team to Texas for Flood Response
July 9, 2025
Governor Henry McMaster has authorized the deployment of South Carolina Task Force 1 (SC-TF1), the state’s Urban Search and Rescue team, to assist with response and recovery efforts following severe…
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SEC Successfully Completes Statewide Voter Registration Check
July 8, 2025
An Important Step in Maintaining the Accuracy and Integrity of Elections The South Carolina State Election Commission (SEC) has successfully completed a statewide voter confirmation mailing and related voter list…
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County Public Works officials to deliver quarterly update on Main Road Segment A project
July 8, 2025
Charleston County Public Works officials will host a quarterly public meeting for the Main Road Corridor Segment A project on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at…
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Kay Yow Cancer Fund welcomes four new board members
July 8, 2025The Kay Yow Cancer Fund announces the appointment of four dynamic new members to its Board of Directors: Amber Cox, Heather Smith, Jasmine Thomas, and Coquese Washington. These trailblazing women…
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Charleston County Parks’ Inclusive Prom is back August 9
July 8, 2025
Join us for a Space-tacular, Galaxy-Themed Inclusive Prom The Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission invites all members of the community with disabilities to the annual Inclusive Prom on Aug.…
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South Carolina DPH unveils online health compass for county-level data insights
July 7, 2025
The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) and the Alliance for a Healthier South Carolina announced the launch of South Carolina Health Compass — an online collection of data dashboards…
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Know Who to Call: Clinton Shares After-Hours Emergency Numbers
July 7, 2025
The City of Clinton is reminding residents to keep key contact numbers on hand in the event they experience service issues or emergencies outside of regular business hours. Whether it’s…
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South Carolina DPH Unveils Online Health Compass for County-Level Data Insights
July 6, 2025
The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) and the Alliance for a Healthier South Carolina today announced the launch of South Carolina Health Compass — an online collection of…
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Laurens County Rural Waste Disposal: What You Need to Know
July 2, 2025
The Laurens County Rural Collections Department offers a range of services to help residents manage solid waste and recyclables in a safe, responsible, and environmentally conscious manner. While the county…
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SCDPS Names New Bureau of Protective Services Commander, Announces Promotions in Command Staff
July 1, 2025
SC Department of Public Safety Director Robert G. Woods IV has named a new Bureau of Protective Services commander, in conjunction with two command staff promotions. Dwayne G. Brunson, a…
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Dorchester County, MUSC Health, and local partners break ground on new primary care center in St. George
July 1, 2025Dorchester County Government leaders joined representatives from MUSC Health, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development, the South Carolina Office of Mental Health/Charleston Dorchester Mental Health Center, and elected…
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The City of Columbia invites YOU to participate in Columbia’s 10th Annual PARK(ing) Day!
June 30, 2025
PARK(ing) Day is an annual open-source global event where citizens, artists and activists collaborate to temporarily transform on-street parking spaces into “PARK(ing)” spaces: temporary public places. The mission of PARK(ing) Day…
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Board of Zoning Appeals | Thursday, July 3, 2025
June 30, 2025
On Thursday, July 3, 2025, the Board of Zoning Appeals meeting will be held at 4:00 p.m. respectfully at City Hall, 1737 Main Street, Columbia, SC 29201. Members of the…
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SCDOT to conduct nighttime closure of Harden Street for road work in Richland County
June 30, 2025
The South Carolina Department of Transportation will close and detour part of Harden Street in Richland County in order to place pavement markings beginning July 1, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.…
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Gov. McMaster Signs Behavioral Health Restructuring Bill Into Law
June 29, 2025
Completes Largest Restructuring of State Government in 30 years Last week, Governor Henry McMaster was joined by members of the General Assembly, state agency leaders, and other state officials for…
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SCDOR Offers Steps to Request a Replacement if You’re Missing Your State Tax Refund
June 29, 2025
If you filed your South Carolina Individual Income Tax return and expected a refund that hasn’t arrived, the South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) has outlined clear steps for taxpayers…
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City of Fountain Inn Wraps Up Successful 2025 “Spring Clean” Event
June 29, 2025
The City of Fountain Inn, Public Works (PW) Department, reports more than 45 tons of bulk waste across 447 scheduled pickups throughout the City during the 2025 “Spring Clean.” This…
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City of Columbia celebrates two years of the Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement
June 27, 2025
Commemorating Progress During Gun Violence Awareness Month The City of Columbia celebrate the two-year anniversary of the Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement (ONSE), an office originally launched as the…
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Laurens County Council Recap – General Operating Budget and First Reading of Temporary Moratorium on Open Space Residential Developments
June 25, 2025
During a called meeting on Monday evening, the Laurens County discussed the general operating budget and had the first reading of a temporary Moratorium on open space residential developments. Bridge…
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Richland County mailing notices for property value changes
June 25, 2025
Notifications are not tax bills; use online application for appeals Richland County is giving many property owners an early heads up about changes to the value of their property for 2025.…
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