A New Year, a New Mayor for the City of Georgetown
January 4, 2026
Jay Doyle was sworn in as the mayor of Georgetown on Thursday morning at Rainey Park, marking a historic shift in both local leadership and South Carolina politics. Doyle, a…
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South Carolina Introduces New License Plate Honoring Revolutionary War History
January 4, 2026
South Carolina motorists will soon see a new standard license plate rolling out across the state, commemorating the Palmetto State’s pivotal role in the American Revolutionary War. Beginning in early…
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Celebrate the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. with special day at the Georgetown County Library
January 4, 2026
The Georgetown County Main Library invites you to a special interactive day in honor of the late Martin Luther King, Jr. on Friday, January 16 from 11:00 am to 5:00…
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Special Called Laurens City Council Meeting on New Year’s Eve Highlights Deep Divisions Over Emergency Ordinance
January 3, 2026
The Laurens City Council held a special called meeting on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, marking the second such meeting in just over a week and underscoring deep divisions among city…
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Georgetown County announces organizational restructuring to improve efficiency, service delivery
December 31, 2025
Georgetown County will kick off the new year by implementing a series of organizational changes aimed at improving operational efficiency, strengthening coordination across departments and supporting major county initiatives. Brandon…
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Clinton Fire Department to Celebrate Grand Opening of Renovated Fuller Fire Substation
December 27, 2025
The Laurens County Chamber of Commerce will host a grand opening ribbon cutting to celebrate the completion of renovations at the Clinton Fire Department’s Fuller Fire Substation. The event is…
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Emergency Safeguard Ordinance Passes First Reading at Laurens City Council Meeting
December 23, 2025
Council emphasizes ordinance is a precautionary measure, not a finding of wrongdoing Laurens City Council voted Tuesday, December 23, 2025, to approve an emergency safeguard ordinance on first reading during…
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City of Columbia business licensing renewal season begins February 2, 2026
December 23, 2025
The City of Columbia announces that the business licensing renewal season begins on Monday, February 2, 2026. All 2025 business licenses expire on April 30, 2026, with a 5% late…
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Charleston County earns national honor for outstanding financial management
December 23, 2025
Charleston County Government has earned national recognition for its management and reporting of public funds, receiving the Government Finance Officers Association’s Triple Crown distinction. The award recognizes excellence in three…
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Dorchester County releases five-year strategic plan
December 23, 2025
Plan Focuses on Community Health, Infrastructure, Growth Management, Public Safety, Service Delivery, and Workforce Development. Dorchester County released the 2025-2030 Strategic Plan, a comprehensive roadmap to guide the County’s decision-making, resource…
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Charleston County Parks brings its Silent Dance Party to Hollywood
December 23, 2025
Charleston County Parks is hosting a Silent Dance Party event for ages 8 and up in Hollywood on Friday, January 16! Held at Schroder Recreation Center, this will be the first time…
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Special Called Meeting of City of Laurens Rescheduled to December 23
December 22, 2025
The City of Laurens Council has rescheduled a special called meeting originally set for Monday, December 22, moving it to Tuesday, December 23. According to a council member who supports…
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Oconee County Council Appoints Stewart Jones as Next County Administrator
December 20, 2025
The Oconee County Council has appointed Stewart Jones as the county’s next County Administrator, a decision council leaders say reflects both the values of the community and their expectations for…
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More than $12m awarded to improve communities across SC
December 18, 2025
S.C. Department of Commerce distributes Community Development Block Grant funds to 27 recipients Communities throughout South Carolina are receiving community development grant funds totaling more than $12 million for public…
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City of Columbia takes first step towards partnership with The Kessler Collection to redevelop Washington Square property
December 18, 2025
Today, Columbia City Council gave first reading to a contract of sale of the Washington Square Office Building and Washington Plaza Parking Garage and Retail Shops. This reading is the first…
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State audit confirms strong financial controls in Charleston County Transportation Sales Tax program
December 18, 2025
Charleston County’s Transportation Sales Tax Program has been found in compliance with state law following a scheduled audit by the South Carolina Department of Revenue, county leaders announced today. The…
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Laurens City Council Marks 180th Anniversary, Hears Public Comment on Amphitheater Financing, Votes on Ordinances
December 17, 2025
Laurens City Council met Tuesday evening, December 16, with Mayor Nathan Senn opening the meeting by commemorating the City of Laurens’ 180th anniversary. Mayor Senn shared that the city observed…
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HTC partnered with Georgetown County Parks & Recreation and Georgetown County Sheriff’s Department to give away 250 Christmas turkeys
December 17, 2025
HTC, in partnership with Georgetown County Parks & Recreation and Georgetown County Sheriff’s Department, recently held a Christmas Turkey Giveaway at 8 Oaks Park, where they distributed 250 turkeys (weighing…
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Adapt Forward selected for Missile Defense Agency’s SHIELD contract to support nation’s Golden Dome Initiative
December 16, 2025
Adapt Forward, a veteran-owned cybersecurity firm supporting the Department of Defense (DOD) and other federal agencies, has been selected by the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) to compete for task orders…
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It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year for an Open Conversation About Drugs and Alcohol
December 16, 2025
The holiday season brings celebrations, gatherings and long-awaited reunions, but it can also be a time when alcohol and other substances are more present in social settings. The South Carolina…
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Georgetown County Library to host Christmas Winter Wonderland Celebration this Saturday
December 16, 2025The Georgetown County Public Library will host its final program for children this calendar year on Saturday, December 20 from 2:00 – 5:00 pm at the 405 Cleland Street in…
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It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year for an Open Conversation About Drugs and Alcohol
December 16, 2025
The holiday season brings celebrations, gatherings and long-awaited reunions, but it can also be a time when alcohol and other substances are more present in social settings. The South Carolina…
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It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year for an Open Conversation About Drugs and Alcohol
December 16, 2025
The holiday season brings celebrations, gatherings and long-awaited reunions, but it can also be a time when alcohol and other substances are more present in social settings. The South Carolina…
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Three City Council members sworn in
December 16, 2025
Two council members return, while one newcomer joins Two returning members and one newcomer were sworn in on the Greenville City Council at the Dec. 8 meeting. Incumbents Lillian Brock-Flemming…
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Columbia Streams Art local artist holiday art market now located at Finlay Park
December 16, 2025
The Columbia Streams Art public art program announced that the first holiday market to support local artists will now be held at Finlay Park. This local artist holiday market will…
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City of Columbia to begin structural repairs at Lady Street Parking Deck in January 2026
December 16, 2025
Phase 1 of Capital Improvement Plan to Enhance City-Owned Parking Decks The City of Columbia will begin structural repairs at the Lady Street Parking Deck, located at 1100 Lady Street,…
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City of Georgetown receives $1.5 infrastructure grant for Willowbank area
December 15, 2025
The City of Georgetown was awarded a $ 1.5 million basic infrastructure grant from the South Carolina Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) to help pay for the new Willowbank Watermain Improvements…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Unveils Updated State Water Plan to Guide Long-term Protection of Water Resources
December 14, 2025
Collaborative Efforts Identify Key Updates for Sustainable Water Use Governor Henry McMaster and South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) Director Myra Reece today presented the updated South Carolina State…
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Waccamaw Library to host writing workshop series in 2026
December 12, 2025
The Waccamaw Library will kick off a new yearlong writing workshop series on Thursday, Jan. 22 with a free session on the publishing process. The workshop is designed for writers…
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GOAT program celebrates record-breaking year, prepares for 2026
December 12, 2025
Georgetown County’s Outdoor Adventure Trails program, better known as GOAT, closed out its second year with strong participation and mileage totals. Parks and Recreation staff said the program’s second full…
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Cayce Mayor receives 2025 National Leadership Award
December 11, 2025
Women in Municipal Government (WIMG), a constituency group of the National League of Cities (NLC), is honoring Mayor Elise Partin of Cayce, South Carolina as the 2025 WIMG Leadership Award…
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Barry Tract permanently protected for future public park along the Ashley River
December 11, 2025
Lowcountry Land Trust and Dorchester County partner to conserve 67 acres of historic, ecologically rich landscape Lowcountry Land Trust and Dorchester County Government announced the permanent protection of the Barry Tract, a…
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Fairy House Day at Palmetto Islands County Park set for Jan. 24
December 11, 2025
The popular family event Fairy House Day returns to Mount Pleasant Palmetto Islands County Park on Saturday, Jan. 24! Kids of all ages are invited to join Charleston County Parks…
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Audit shows city $8 million under budget
December 11, 2025
City of Greenville Saves $8 million Audit shows all city departments under budget Being responsible with taxpayers’ dollars pays dividends. A recent audit of the City of Greenville showed every…
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Community roundtables show strong support for modernizing South Carolina’s public deposits law
December 10, 2025
State and local elected officials gathered in North Augusta and Greenville this month to review the South Carolina Financial Freedom Act (H.3221 / S.60), a bipartisan proposal that would finally…
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USDA Approves Gov. Henry McMaster’s Waiver to Exclude Candy, Unhealthy Drinks from SNAP Program
December 10, 2025
U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins today approved Governor Henry McMaster’s waiver to exclude the purchase of candy, energy drinks, soft drinks, and sweetened beverages from the list of…
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Cayce City Councilmembers appoint the Honorable James Smith as Cayce City Attorney
December 10, 2025
James Smith, an attorney with more than three decades of experience, brings his legal skill, public‐sector experience, and proven leadership to the City of Cayce. As the council-appointed City Attorney,…
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Laurens County Council Advances Major Economic Development Projects at December 8 Meeting
December 10, 2025
Laurens County Council moved forward on several significant economic development initiatives during its regular meeting Monday night, approving multiple projects expected to bring new investment and jobs into the community.…
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December Update from Georgetown’s Mayor-Elect Jay Doyle
December 10, 2025
Citizens of Georgetown, First, let me extend to each of you my best wishes for the upcoming holiday season. May you find joy and happiness with your friends and family.…
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City of West Columbia developing safe streets and roads safety action plan with federal grant funding – details regarding the public input meeting and survey
December 9, 2025
The City of West Columbia is developing a Safe Street and Roads Safety Action Plan (SAP). This effort is part of the City’s commitment to the Safe System Approach, a…
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The City of Columbia Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement to hold 3rd Annual Violent Crime Remembrance Vigil
December 9, 2025
WHO: The City of Columbia Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement WHAT: The City of Columbia’s Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement invites the community to join us for the 3rd Annual…
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Santee Cooper Board of Directors approves 2026 budget
December 9, 2025
The Santee Cooper Board of Directors today approved $1.7 billion in non-fuel operations and maintenance costs and capital spending for 2026, as part of its annual budget review for the…
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Not too late to get tickets for Saturday’s Yuletide Home Tour in Georgetown
December 8, 2025
Proceeds benefit area public libraries It’s hard to believe the annual Friends of the Georgetown Library Yuletide Home Tour happens this Saturday, December 13th, from 1 – 5 pm, featuring…
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Interstate 85 Corridor Study to Set Stage for Upstate Transportation Infrastructure Improvements
December 6, 2025
In 2026, SCDOT will conduct a comprehensive, planning-level transportation study of the Interstate 85 Corridor, setting the stage for significant transportation infrastructure improvements in the Anderson-Greenville-Spartanburg area. The study will…
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South Carolina Advances Long-Term Cybersecurity Strategy With Launch of New Center at SCRA
December 5, 2025
South Carolina continued its steady, years-long investment in cybersecurity on Wednesday with the official launch of the new Center for Cybersecurity at the South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA)—a major step…
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South Carolina State Election Commission Selects Next Executive Director
December 5, 2025
The South Carolina State Election Commission (SEC) voted unanimously on Tuesday to appoint Jenny Wooten as the agency’s next Executive Director, concluding a two-month appointment process that began in October…
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Unity Park playground to close for repairs Dec. 8
December 4, 2025
Unity Park Playground to Close for 2-3 Weeks for Hurricane Repairs Unity Park’s playground will close Monday, Dec. 8, as crews replace synthetic turf. The turf system at the TD…
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Columbia City Council highlights | December 2, 2025
December 4, 2025
The City Council Meeting, December 2, 2025, began with a proclamation presented by Mayor Daniel Rickenmann and City Manager Teresa Wilson, which declared “Columbia (SC) Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta…
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Ezekiel Ministries recognized as a “2025 Angel” Charity by South Carolina Secretary of State
December 4, 2025
Ezekiel Ministries has been named a 2025 Angel Charity by South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond, earning one of the state’s top distinctions, now in its 26th year. The…
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Governor’s Mansion Christmas Open House Scheduled for December 7
December 3, 2025
Governor McMaster and First Lady Welcome South Carolinians for Christmas Celebration Governor Henry McMaster and First Lady Peggy McMaster invite South Carolinians and their families to join them for a…
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