Greer CPW earns three communications awards following Tropical Storm Helene
November 6, 2025
Greer Commission of Public Works (Greer CPW), a public not-for-profit utility, announced that they recently received three prestigious communication awards recognizing outstanding transparency and restoration efforts during Tropical Storm Helene.…
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Parking, shuttle, and clear bag policy for Finlay Park grand re-opening weekend
November 5, 2025
As the City of Columbia prepares to welcome thousands of residents and visitors to the Grand Re-Opening Weekend of Finlay Park on November 15 -16, 2025, the City announces important parking, shuttle, and…
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SCDMV to move to new website address, email in 2026
November 4, 2025
The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles will change its website address in 2026, offering additional assurance to customers that they are dealing with the legitimate state website. On Jan.…
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Congressman Jim Clyburn announces the 2025 South Carolina book tour for The First Eight
November 3, 2025
U.S. Congressman James E. Clyburn (SC-06) announced the 2025 dates of his South Carolina tour promoting his new book, The First Eight: A Personal History of the Pioneering Black Congressmen Who…
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Road Closure and Emergency Demolition at 1001 King Street
November 3, 2025
The City of Charleston has closed a portion of King Street and is coordinating the emergency demolition of an unsafe building located at 1001 King Street. Inspections have determined that…
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City of Columbia Advertisement of Vacancies on various boards and commissions
November 3, 2025
The City of Columbia is currently seeking individuals to serve on a variety of boards and commissions that help shape the future of our community. These volunteer opportunities offer residents…
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City of Columbia Board of Zoning Appeals | Thursday, November 6, 2025
November 3, 2025
On Thursday, November 6, 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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Treasurer Curtis Loftis reports $1.7 billion in earnings from South Carolina investments
October 30, 2025
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced today that the State Treasurer’s Office investments generated $1.7 billion in earnings over the past year, delivering direct support for schools, roads, public safety, and…
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Charleston County to hold pre-construction community meeting for Fort Johnson Road intersection improvement projects
October 30, 2025
The Fort Johnson Road Intersection Improvement Project team will hold a community meeting on Monday, November 3, 2025, from 6 to 7 p.m. at James Island Town Hall, located at…
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The City of Columbia Parks & Recreation Department holds ribbon cutting for new Randall Avenue Park playground equipment
October 30, 2025
The City of Columbia is holding a ribbon cutting on Saturday, November 1 at 10:00 a.m. for the official opening of a new community park and playground facilities on Randall…
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Mayor Daniel Rickenmann and the Babcock Center Foundation unveil the 2025 Official City Ornament
October 30, 2025
Who: Mayor Daniel Rickenmann & Babcock Center Foundation What: Each year, the Mayor of Columbia unveils the Babcock Center Foundation’s “Ornament of Opportunity” and proclaims the ornament the “Official City Ornament”.…
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Sumo Japanese Steakhouse grand re-opening
October 30, 2025
Who: Mayor Daniel Rickenmann, City of Columbia Economic Development, Representatives from Sumo Japanese Steakhouse What: The City of Columbia is proud to announce the grand re-opening of Sumo Japanese Steakhouse. Since undergoing…
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Berkeley County Council approves A-Tax funding for local organizations
October 30, 2025
Berkeley County has awarded approximately $143,000 in State Accommodations Tax (A-Tax) funding to 13 different local nonprofits and organizations. At its meeting on Monday, October 27, 2025, County Council approved the…
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Georgetown County Earns Honorable Mention for Outdoor Trails Initiative
October 29, 2025
The South Carolina Association of Counties has recognized Georgetown County with an honorable mention in the 2025 J. Mitchell Graham Memorial Award competition for its Georgetown Outdoor Adventure Trails project.…
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SCDNR’s oyster restoration program celebrates 25 years
October 29, 2025Director says program is one of the top oyster recycling and restoration efforts nationwide The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) hosted a “partnership meeting” earlier this month at…
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Strategic Compensation Pilot Program Rewards Educators for Driving Student Growth
October 29, 2025
The South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) is celebrating measurable progress in classrooms across the state through its Strategic Compensation Pilot Program, an initiative that rewards teachers for student achievement…
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Administrative Assistant to Clerk to Council, part-time
October 28, 2025
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES Under general supervision, provides multifaceted and routine administrative assistance to the Clerk to County Council and Legislative Delegation. Duties include but not limited to: data entry,…
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GIS Division Manager
October 28, 2025
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES Georgetown County Government is seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to fill the role of GIS Division Manager. This position plays a critical role in overseeing…
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2025 Dr. Martin Luther King Honor the Dream Food Drive kicked off on October 13 and concludes November 14
October 28, 2025
The City of Columbia, Richland School District One and the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Foundation will kick off the annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Honor the Dream Food…
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2025 MOJA Juried Art Exhibition
October 28, 2025
On view at City Gallery The City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs presents the 2025 MOJA Juried Art Exhibition, on view at City Gallery November 14 through February 2, 2026…
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Experience the Holiday Festival of Lights from a dragon boat
October 28, 2025
A unique view of the lights while paddling on the water On select evenings this holiday season, Charleston County Parks is offering a special opportunity: viewing the Holiday Festival of…
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Berkeley County names Ben Waring as new fire services manager
October 28, 2025
Berkeley County has named Ben Waring as Fire Services Manager, a new position within Berkeley County Government. Waring’s first day in the position was Monday, October 20, 2025. Waring is…
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Public feedback drives design of wheelsports park
October 28, 2025
Project supporters favor “The Bend” concept Public Feedback Drives Design of Wheelsports Park “The Bend” concept receives positive feedback from project supporters. After two well-attended community input meetings and more…
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Transportation planning
October 28, 2025
Master Plan Provides Foundation for Council to Set Priorities As downtown Greenville continues to grow, City engineers are keeping pace by assessing infrastructure needs to keep motorists, cyclists and pedestrians…
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City of Columbia Solid Waste Division Leaf Collection Locations
October 27, 2025
The City of Columbia Solid Waste Division is bringing back the annual leaf collection option this fall for residents to drop their bagged leaves at designated container locations throughout the…
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Greenville, Pickens counties take home 2025 Barrett Lawrimore Award for Cooperation to contain Table Rock Complex Fire
October 27, 2025
The South Carolina Association of Counties (SCAC) announced Greenville and Pickens counties have won the 2025 Barrett Lawrimore Memorial Regional Cooperation Award for their collaborative efforts in response to the…
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Spartanburg County demonstrates innovation, compassion with 2025 SCAC award-winning project
October 27, 2025
The South Carolina Association of Counties announced Spartanburg County has won this year’s J. Mitchell Graham Memorial Award for their project, “CERT as the First Responder.” Launched in 2024, Spartanburg…
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Upcoming Main Road Segment A meeting to include transportation sales tax public input session
October 26, 2025
Charleston County Public Works officials will host a quarterly public meeting for the Main Road Corridor Segment A project on October 29, 2025, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Saint…
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Dominion Energy to begin performing tree trimming activities as scheduled for 2025
October 26, 2025
Dominion Energy will begin performing tree trimming activities along overhead utility lines in the following neighborhoods on Monday, October 27, 2025, at 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Distribution Line Tree Trimming: …
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Charleston delegation to conduct European urban design research trip
October 23, 2025
Public–Private Group to Study Waterfront Planning, Preservation, and Sustainable City Design A delegation of civic, preservation, planning, and environmental leaders from Charleston will travel to Europe next month for a…
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Full line-up announced for Day Two Festival at the Finlay Park grand re-opening weekend
October 23, 2025
The City of Columbia is excited to announce the full artist line-up for the Day Two Festival, the grand finale of the Finlay Park grand re-opening weekend on Sunday, November 16, 2025.…
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City of Columbia accepting nominations for the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dream Keeper Scholarship Awards
October 23, 2025
The City of Columbia is accepting applications, ranging from elementary, middle, and high school students for the 2026 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dream Keeper Scholarship Awards. The Dream Keeper…
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Long-haired Cows and Giant Rabbits
October 23, 2025
Greenville Zoo Breaks Ground on Farmyard Exhibit Welcoming Farm Animals from Across the Globe to Greenville The Greenville Zoo and the Greenville Zoo Foundation broke ground on The Phillips Family…
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Laurens City Council Recognizes Red Ribbon Week
October 22, 2025
At Tuesday night’s Laurens City Council meeting, council members recognized Red Ribbon Week with an official proclamation. Since proclamations do not require a vote for passage, the declaration was adopted…
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Cayce Mayor selected as SC Hunt State Policy Fellow
October 22, 2025
Eighteen local elected leaders, including Cayce Mayor, Elise Partin, from across South Carolina been selected for the inaugural South Carolina Hunt State Policy Fellows program, a bipartisan initiative designed to…
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Dorchester County announces 2025 tax sale and deadline for 2024 tax payments
October 21, 2025
Dorchester County Delinquent Tax Office will hold its 2025 Tax Sale at Lovely Hills Conference Center (5905 W Jim Bilton Blvd, St George) on the following dates and times: Monday,…
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Drug Take Back Day
October 21, 2025
Greer CPW and the Greer Police Department are again partnering for their annual Drug Take Back Day . This collaboration has been going strong since 2016, and together they’ve collected…
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Governor McMaster proclaims Lights on Afterschool Day in South Carolina
October 21, 2025
State joins national celebration recognizing afterschool programs that keep kids safe, inspire learning, and support working families Governor Henry McMaster has officially proclaimed October 23, 2025, as “Lights On Afterschool…
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Positions available on Charleston County boards and commissions, residents invited to apply online
October 21, 2025
Charleston County Council has announced vacancies on a range of its boards and commissions, detailed in full below. Residents interested in volunteering to serve on one of these boards or…
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Lowndes Hill sidewalks
October 21, 2025
Funds Approved for Sidewalks Fri, Oct 17, 2025 4:30 PM EDT The Lowndes Hill Sidewalk Project will add nearly one mile of new sidewalks through the Overbrook community. At its…
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Columbia city council meeting agenda Tuesday, October 21, 2025
October 21, 2025
The Columbia City Council will conduct a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. at City Hall (Mayor’s Conference Room), 1737 Main Street, Second Floor, Columbia, SC…
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Community development committee meeting agenda Tuesday, October 21, 2025
October 21, 2025
The Community Development Committee will conduct a meeting on Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at City Hall (Mayor’s Conference Room), 1737 Main Street, Second Floor, Columbia, SC 29201.…
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Columbia city council meeting agenda Tuesday, October 21, 2025
October 21, 2025
The Columbia City Council will conduct a Work Session on Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 2:30 p.m. at City Hall (Mayor’s Conference Room), 1737 Main Street, Second Floor, Columbia, SC…
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Arts, historic preservation & philanthropy committee meeting agenda
October 21, 2025
The Arts, Historic Preservation & Philanthropy Committee will conduct a meeting on Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. at City Hall (Mayor’s Conference Room), 1737 Main Street, Second Floor,…
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Public invited to Downtown Design Guidelines feedback session
October 20, 2025
Drop-in Meeting Set for Tuesday, Oct. 28 Do you have an opinion about how downtown Greenville should grow? On Tuesday, Oct. 28 — as part of the City’s monthly Project…
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Veteran Educator Kathy Taylor to Serve on Lander’s Board of Trustees
October 20, 2025
Kathy Taylor, an educator with more than 30 years of experience, was appointed by South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster to serve on the Lander University Board of Trustees. Recognized for…
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Ellen Weaver Announces Re-Election Campaign for State Superintendent of Education
October 20, 2025
“Hope in Action for South Carolina’s Students” South Carolina Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver has officially announced her campaign for re-election, highlighting a strong record of results and a renewed…
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Laurens County Hiring Director of Building Codes
October 19, 2025
Laurens County is on the lookout for a new Director of Building Codes to lead the county’s inspection and code enforcement division. This pivotal leadership role involves supervising staff, ensuring…
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City of Columbia’s Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement to host SCORF project workshop for community service providers.
October 17, 2025
WHO: City of Columbia Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement WHAT: The City of Columbia’s Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement (ONSE) will host a SCORF Project Workshop. This workshop is designed…
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Lips by U Lab grand opening
October 17, 2025
Who: Mayor Daniel Rickenmann, Columbia City Councilmembers, City of Columbia Economic Development, Representatives from Lips by U Lab What: The City of Columbia announced the grand opening of Lips by U Lab,…
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