SCDE seeks summer food program partners
January 10, 2024
The South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) is looking for partners to assist with providing meals to children this summer. The Summer Break Café is a summer food service program…
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Statewide groups support Mayor’s resolution on Instant Runoff Voting
December 14, 2023
At the next Charleston City Council meeting on December 19th, Mayor John Tecklenburg will introduce a resolution that is supported by four statewide organizations. This “first-in-the-state” resolution calls on the…
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Berkeley County Sheriff’s office announces new interactive smartphone app
December 14, 2023
Interactive app developed to help improve communication with area residents Berkeley County Sheriff Duane Lewis announced the release of a custom smartphone application that is now available to the public. The…
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10 tips for tax season
December 14, 2023
What you need to know: Make sure you are prepared before tax season arrives! Gather and organize your receipts and documents. Wait until you have the right documents before filing.…
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Dorchester County Conservation and Greenbelt Advisory Commission calls for community input in crafting Greenbelt Master Plan
December 12, 2023
The Dorchester County Conservation and Greenbelt Advisory Commission has released the Green Space Survey which marks the first step in the development of the Greenbelt Master Plan. This initiative stems…
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USDA-funded projects create economic opportunity in underserved rural South Carolina communities
December 12, 2023
Announcement Also Includes Unveiling of New Resources to Ensure Access to Federal Programs U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development South Carolina State Director Dr. Saundra Glover today announced over $587,000…
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Huggins and Mayor-Elect Burgess announce launch of joint commission to improve student outcomes
December 5, 2023
North Charleston Mayor Keith Summey, Mayor-Elect Reggie Burgess, and Charleston County School District’s (CCSD) Acting Superintendent Anita Huggins are proud to announce a collaborative effort between CCSD and the City…
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Mandatory minimum requirement for employers to upload W-2s online has changed
December 5, 2023
Employers who file at least 10 W-2 or 1099 forms with South Carolina withholding are now required to submit those documents to the South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) using…
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Berkeley County approves State Accommodations Tax funding for local organizations
December 5, 2023
Berkeley County has awarded approximately $105,307 in Accommodations Tax (A-Tax) funding to 17 different local nonprofits and organizations. County Council approved the recommended funding allocations made by the Berkeley County…
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Governor’s Mansion Christmas Open House Scheduled for December 4
December 1, 2023
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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City of Charleston to host pre-proposal meeting for Gullah Geechee Heritage Preservation Project
November 30, 2023
The city of Charleston will hold a pre-proposal meeting regarding the recently released Gullah Geechee Heritage Preservation Project Request for Proposal (RFP) at 11 a.m., Wednesday, November 29, 2023, in…
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Dorchester County Government launches “Chat with the Chairman” series
November 30, 2023
Dorchester County Government is excited to announce the launch of its newest community engagement initiative, the “Chat with the Chairman” series. This drop-in event offers an opportunity for residents to…
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SC Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced Charity Fraud Awareness Week and releases Wise Giving & Professional Solicitor Report for 2022-2023
November 28, 2023
Secretary of State Mark Hammond joined other state, federal, and international charities regulators to announce Charity Fraud Awareness Week, which runs from November 27th through December 1st. As part of Charity…
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City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs announces upcoming City Gallery exhibitions
November 28, 2023
The city of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs announced Sleeping with the Ancestors and ‘Payne-ful’ Business, Charleston’s Journey to Truth, a pair of upcoming City Gallery exhibitions that re-examine the lives of…
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Preparing for tax season? You can now access past copies of Individual Income Tax returns on MyDORWAY!
November 28, 2023
What you need to know: Taxpayers can now access transcripts of past SC Individual Income Tax returns if they have an account in MyDORWAY, the SCDOR’s free online tax portal.…
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AG producers to expand markets and create jobs in 37 states and Puerto Rico
November 28, 2023
$33.2 Million Investment in South Carolina Supports New and Better Market Opportunities and Expands Existing Ones U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that USDA is making investments…
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President of Addison Homes Todd Usher presents at Department of Energy/National Science Foundation event on Ambient Energy in Buildings
November 21, 2023
Todd Usher, founder and President of Addison Homes, a local home builder that specializes in building healthy, high-performance homes, has offered a presentation at a Department of Energy event held…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis thanks Charleston County Treasurer Mary Tinkler for her support returning unclaimed property
November 21, 2023
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis extended his appreciation to Charleston County Treasurer Mary Tinkler for her continued efforts to return unclaimed property to Lowcountry citizens. “Treasurer Tinkler has been a valued partner…
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New traffic pattern on Black Tom Road Extension starts Monday
November 21, 2023
Starting on Monday, November 20, the South Carolina Department of Transportation will implement a new traffic pattern for drivers traveling on Black Tom Road Extension toward Black Tom Road. This…
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South Carolina’s Withholding Tax Tables have been updated
November 16, 2023
What you need to know: The SCDOR has published its annual update of the state’s Withholding Tax Tables. As a result of last year’s update, less taxes were withheld from paychecks…
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Parade, Vendor applications open for upcoming ‘Holiday Magic’ events
November 9, 2023
The city of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs is currently accepting applications for community participation in this year’s Holiday Magic events. In addition to attending as spectators, members of the public are…
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SC Department of Agriculture to take over restaurant inspections, other DHEC food safety responsibilities
November 8, 2023
The South Carolina Department of Agriculture is preparing to take on some important regulatory duties that are currently handled by the Department of Health and Environmental Control, better known as…
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Applying for a Property Tax exemption? We have tips to help!
November 7, 2023
What you need to know: South Carolina offers Property Tax exemptions to those who meet certain requirements, including many military veterans, disabled former firefighters, and disabled former law enforcement officers.…
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Dorchester County Consolidated Dispatch staff receive State Awards
November 2, 2023
Dorchester County Consolidated Dispatch announced that two of its team members have received awards with the South Carolina Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials (SC APCO/NENA). Telecommunicator Ashley Sparks received the…
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Making payments to the SCDOR now easier than ever thanks to QR code enhancement
October 31, 2023
What you need to know: The SCDOR has added QR codes to all notices that include a payment voucher to make paying your tax bill easier than ever. The QR…
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City of Charleston holds groundbreaking for the Ashley River Crossing
October 31, 2023On Monday, October 30, Charleston Mayor John Tecklenburg and federal, state, county and city officials held a groundbreaking ceremony for the Ashley River Crossing. When completed, this bridge will provide…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Announces Launch of Education Funding Dashboard
October 25, 2023
Education Dashboard Provides Public Easy Access to School Districts Budgets, Increasing Transparency and Accountability Governor Henry McMaster today was joined by the S.C. Revenue and Fiscal Affairs Office (RFA) and…
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Berkeley County announces early voting locations for 2023 Municipal General Elections
October 24, 2023
Early Voting Period: October 23 – November 3 Early voting for the 2023 Municipal General Elections throughout Berkeley County will start Monday, October 23, 2023. Registered Berkeley County voters may early vote 8:30…
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Berkeley County to hold 2023 Delinquent Tax Sale November 6 in Nexton
October 24, 2023
Registration Opening Thursday, October 19 Berkeley County will hold its annual Delinquent Tax Sale on Monday, November 6, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Lowcountry Conference Center in Nexton, located at…
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Historic Charleston Foundation to host Charleston City Mayoral Candidates Oct 23
October 19, 2023
Historic Charleston Foundation invites City of Charleston residents to a Mayoral Candidate Forum on Monday, October 23 at The Charleston Museum’s Auditorium (360 Meeting Street) from 6 – 7:30 pm.…
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Dorchester County announces early voting and redistricting information for 2023 Elections
October 17, 2023
Dorchester County Voter Registration and Elections Office announced the early voting locations for the 2023 General Election. Early voting will be held from October 23 – November 3, 2023, Monday…
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Scam Alert: SC businesses targeted with solicitation for certificates of status and other documents
October 17, 2023
South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond issued a scam alert to businesses warning them of a bogus solicitation letter selling “certificates of status” and other federally issued documents for…
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City of Charleston debuts new ‘TrashTracker’ mobile app
October 17, 2023
The city of Charleston Environmental Services Division announced the launch of ‘CHS TrashTracker,’ a new mobile app that delivers garbage, trash and street sweeping service reminders to city residents via…
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Berkeley County’s Brownfield Grant initiative making strides in St. Stephen
October 17, 2023
Community Update Meeting Happening October 24 at 6 p.m. A year after Berkeley County Council approved a $500,000 EPA Brownfield Assessment Grant to fund a large-scale revitalization initiative in the…
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Update: City of Charleston Business & Neighborhood Services Division to host ‘Local Government 101’ event
October 17, 2023
The city of Charleston Business & Neighborhood Services Division will host a ‘Local Government 101’ event designed to provide citizens with a comprehensive understanding of city operations on Thursday, October…
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Berkeley County Council passes One Berkeley Comprehensive Plan update
October 12, 2023
Provides Blueprint for County Growth Over Next 20 Years Berkeley County Council adopted the One Berkeley Comprehensive Plan at its meeting on Monday, September 25, 2023. To view the full Plan, go HERE. Watch the…
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The State Treasurer’s Office recognized for communications excellence at Palmetto Awards ceremony
October 9, 2023
The State Treasurer’s Office was recently recognized for communications excellence at the International Association of Business Communicators S.C. Chapter 2023 Palmetto Awards ceremony for two of its recent communications campaigns.…
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2023 MOJA Arts Festival announces new closing weekend highlights
October 5, 2023
The city of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs, in partnership with the MOJA Planning Committee, has announced details of additional MOJA Arts Festival performances and performing artists ahead of its…
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Mayor John Tecklenburg announces selection of Chito Walker as next Chief of Police
October 5, 2023
During a 1 p.m. press conference in Washington Square, Charleston Mayor John Tecklenburg announced the selection of Chito Walker as the city of Charleston’s next Chief of Police. The announcement…
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Berkeley County seeking feedback on updated Stormwater Design Standards Manual
October 3, 2023
Public Comment Period Opening October 2, 2023 Berkeley County is in the process of updating its Stormwater Design Standards Manual (SWDSM) and is seeking public feedback on the document. A…
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Charleston Metro Chamber hosts ACCESS: Mayoral Forum – City of North Charleston
October 3, 2023
The Charleston Metro Chamber will be hosting the ACCESS: Mayoral Forum – City of North Charleston on October 3, 2023. The Mayoral Forum aims to facilitate access to candidates, enabling members…
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Dorchester County invites community input at Complete Streets Workshops
September 28, 2023
Dorchester County Government invites the public to a series of Complete Streets Workshops, designed to engage the community in shaping the future of our streets. These workshops aim to gather…
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2023 Berkeley County Election schedule & voter registration information
September 21, 2023
Deadlines Approaching for Municipal Elections In recognition of National Voter Registration Day today, Tuesday, September 19, 2023, Berkeley County Government’s Voter Registration and Elections Office is reminding the public of important dates and information…
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Dorchester County to enhance Emergency Services with launch of PURVIS
September 21, 2023
Dorchester County is taking a significant step towards enhancing the safety and well-being of its residents by announcing the implementation of PURVIS’ Fire Station Alerting System. PURVIS is a cutting-edge…
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South Carolina State Parks Director to lead National Association of State Park Directors
September 20, 2023
The National Association of State Park Directors (NASPD) has named a new leadership team to help guide the organization into the future. South Carolina State Parks Director, Paul McCormack, is…
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Consider these often overlooked SC Income Tax credits when filing your Individual Income Tax return next year
September 19, 2023
What you need to know: As taxpayers begin to prepare for the 2024 filing season, they should learn more about several often overlooked tax credits that they may be able…
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Two new employees join the S.C. Aeronautics Commission
September 18, 2023
Two new employees have joined the South Carolina Aeronautics Commission. Christopher S. Eversmann, P.E., A.A.E., will be the Airport Development Program Manager and Ronnie L. Gannt will be a pilot…
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SC issues tax relief due to hurricane Idalia, October extension deadline postponed
September 8, 2023
What you need to know: Following an IRS decision to postpone the federal Individual Income Tax extension deadline to February 15, 2024, South Carolina taxpayers who requested an extension can…
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S.C. Department of Education announces Chief of Staff appointment
September 8, 2023
State Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver announced Dr. Rebecca Gunnlaugsson as the agency’s new Chief of Staff effective October 2, 2023. “I am thrilled to have Rebecca join our talented…
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Congressman Clyburn announces $2.6 million in USDA Rural Energy funding for South Carolina
September 5, 2023
Today, Congressman James E. Clyburn announced over $2.6 million in USDA Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) funding for projects across the state with $676,707 coming to the sixth congressional…
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