SC Council on Competitiveness announces two new hires
October 17, 2023
Jamie DeMent and Amy Sartain Join the SC Competes Team SC Council on Competitiveness (SC Competes), a nonpartisan, business-led, nonprofit organization located in Columbia, SC, welcomes Jamie DeMent as the…
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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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SC Afterschool Alliance hosts 500+ students at first SC STEM Extravaganza in Columbia’s Segra Park
October 17, 2023South Carolina Afterschool Alliance (SCAA) welcomed nearly 600 students and 11 afterschool programs from across the state to Segra Park on Thursday, Oct. 12 for the first SC STEM…
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Advertisement of vacancies on various boards and commissions
October 17, 2023The City of Columbia is accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions. BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS Seeking to fill three (3) vacancies. The Board of…
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Advertisement of vacancies on various boards and commissions
October 10, 2023The City of Columbia is accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions. BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS Seeking to fill three (3) vacancies. The Board of…
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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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Richland County to begin Alpine Road Sidewalk and road resurfacing project
October 5, 2023
Groundbreaking set for Tuesday, Oct. 31 Richland County announced plans to begin an extensive $4.3 million Transportation Penny project to build a sidewalk along Alpine Road that will connect S.C.…
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County Council gives third reading approval to revised LDC zoning map
October 5, 2023
Text amendments pass first reading Richland County Council has approved a revised version of the County’s Land Development Code (LDC) zoning map. The zoning map passed a third reading during…
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Richland County employees to benefit from new paid parental leave policy
October 5, 2023
County becomes only the second in state to implement plan Richland County Council approved a paid parental leave policy for all full-time and part-time employees during Council’s regularly scheduled meeting…
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Mayor Daniel Rickenmann announces new Columbia Public Art Program Columbia Streams Art at Boyd Plaza
October 5, 2023Columbia Mayor Daniel Rickenmann will announce Columbia Streams Art, a new City of Columbia public art program, during a public ceremony at Boyd Plaza on Wednesday, October 11 at 1:00 pm.…
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The Cayce Police Department announces events for the 4-Day National Faith & Blue Initiative
October 5, 2023
In conjunction with National Crime Prevention Month, the Cayce Police Department will kick the weekend off by hosting the following events to celebrate the national Faith & Blue initiative beginning…
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Dispose of scrap metal, tires, paper, hazardous waste on Richland Recycles Day
October 5, 2023
Richland County residents can drop off a variety of unwanted household items for Richland Recycles Day this Saturday, Oct. 7. The free event will be from 8 a.m. to noon…
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Richland County awards more than $1.7M in Grants to local nonprofits
September 26, 2023
Richland County Council voted to allocate Community Impact Grant funding to 37 nonprofits during its regular meeting Tuesday, Sept. 19, ahead of an Oct. 1 deadline. Funding totaled $1.785 million…
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Free registration now open for Mayor’s Walk Against Domestic Violence
September 25, 2023
The 2023 Mayor’s Walk Against Domestic Violence will be held on Saturday, October 7, 2023 at Page Ellington Park, 2220 Gregg St, Columbia, SC 29207. October is Domestic Violence Awareness…
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Cities of West Columbia and Columbia unveil Joe E. Taylor, Jr. Way
September 25, 2023The City of West Columbia and the City of Columbia, and state and local leaders, held an unveiling of Joe E. Taylor, Jr. Way at the West Columbia Riverwalk Amphitheater…
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West Columbia City Council Invests in Sanitation Equipment to Improve Services for Residents
September 21, 2023
In 2021, the West Columbia City Council invested in new sanitation equipment to update and expand the city’s fleet. The new equipment includes a street sweeper, a one-arm bandit, a…
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County Council approves new timeline to consider Land Development Code Updates
September 21, 2023
Zoning map revisions pass second reading Richland County Council approved an updated timeline to consider text amendments to the County’s Land Development Code (LDC) during Council’s meeting Tuesday, Sept. 19.…
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City Council Highlights | September 19, 2023
September 20, 2023During this evening’s City Council meeting, Mayor Daniel Rickenmann proclaimed the week of September 17-September 23 as “Constitution Week” in the City of Columbia. This week honors the Framers of…
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Advertisement of vacancies on various boards and commissions
September 20, 2023The City of Columbia is accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions. BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS Seeking to fill three (3) vacancies. The Board of…
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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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City of Cayce announces fun & flavorful food and beverage vendors for Cayce Fall Fest
September 19, 2023
The City of Cayce is excited to announce an exciting array of authentic, delicious, as well as several locally-owned, food and drink vendors for Cayce Fall Fest! Fall Fest will…
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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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Richland Library closes for CSI Day
September 18, 2023
Schedule Effective for all Library Locations on September 21 All Richland Library locations will close Thursday, September 21, 2023, for Customer Service Improvement (CSI) Day. During CSI Day, nearly 400…
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City of Columbia announces Mayor Daniel Rickenmann’s Town Hall Tour
September 18, 2023Who: Mayor Daniel Rickenmann, City Council members, Assistant City Managers, City staff What: Mayor Daniel Rickenmann will be leading a town hall tour across all four districts to share the state of the…
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County Council to hold first reading and public hearing on proposed zoning map
September 12, 2023
Meeting Scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 12 at 6 p.m Richland County Council will hold a first reading and public hearing on the newly revised zoning map for unincorporated Richland County…
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Richland County, state agencies to host public involvement meeting on Scout Motors project – Sept. 19
September 11, 2023
Community members encouraged to ask questions and submit comments Richland County and several state agencies will host a drop-in style public meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 19 to provide information and…
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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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Amazing eats in September with Food Truck Fridays
September 8, 2023
The City of Columbia continues the exciting initiative Food Truck Fridays through the month of September. There will be new food vendors and the food trucks will operate from one location. The City of Columbia Food Truck Fridays…
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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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Family Connections of South Carolina and Lexington County Library announce LOOK!™ photography exhibit dates
September 7, 2023
Family Connection of South Carolina is partnering with Lexington County Library to display pieces of Family Connection’s LOOK! 2023 Photography Exhibit. Family Connection serves South Carolina families who have children with a…
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City of West Columbia announces pedestrian bridge near Botanical Gardens Entrance to the Riverbanks Zoo & Gardens
September 7, 2023
The City of West Columbia is proud to announce an important milestone in the ongoing efforts to enhance recreational opportunities for our residents and visitors. West Columbia will be constructing…
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City of West Columbia announces Meeting Street and US-1 Corridor beautification and improvements projects
September 7, 2023
The City of West Columbia is excited to announce plans for a major transformation along Meeting Street and the US-1 Corridor. This project aims to support the area’s already established entertainment, retail,…
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Advertisement of Vacancies on Various Boards and Commissions
September 7, 2023The City of Columbia is accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions. BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS Seeking to fill three (3) vacancies. The Board of…
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Richland County Small Business Conference aims to inspire local businesses to expose, expand and evolve
September 7, 2023
Registration is open for the 5th Annual Small Business Conference, “Unveil Your Potential,” presented by the Richland County Office of Small Business Opportunity (OSBO). The free conference will be held Wednesday,…
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City Council Highlights | September 5, 2023
September 5, 2023During the consent agenda portion of this evening’s City Council meeting, City Council approved improvements new contracts and amendments to continue investment in the water, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure throughout…
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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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Richland Library introduces new Entrepreneur-in-Residence
September 5, 2023
Meet Noelle Jones of Wilder Realty, Inc. Learn more about marketing your business, creating your brand, and making career shifts to suit your needs. Richland Library is thrilled to welcome Noelle Jones…
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Tameika Isaac Devine launches her campaign for South Carolina State Senate District 19
September 4, 2023
Tomorrow (Sept. 5) at Meadowlake Park in Richland County, Tameika Isaac Devine formally launches her candidacy for the unexpired term of the late John Scott in South Carolina State Senate…
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Upgrades to West Columbia parks – An investment in the community
September 4, 2023
The City of West Columbia has announced that upgrades are underway at the B Avenue Ball Field and Butler Park. Both parks will get new fencing and new restroom facilities.…
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Columbia City Councilman Ed McDowell announces re-election campaign for District 2 Seat
August 30, 2023
A Proven Leader Who Fights for Affordable Housing, Quality Health Care, and Community Safety With his unwavering commitment to the prosperity and well-being of District 2, City Councilman Ed McDowell…
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LPD Foundation Fall Festival sponsorships
August 29, 2023
Chief Terrence Green is excited to announce that planning continues for our upcoming Lexington Police Department Foundation Fall Festival, which will be held at the Icehouse Amphitheater and Pavilion on…
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Lexington County’s Jeff Anderson honored for service with SCAC President’s Cup
August 23, 2023
Lexington County Attorney Jeff M. Anderson was recognized for his public service and dedication to South Carolina county government with the 2023 David K. Summers Jr. President’s Cup from the…
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Cayce’s River Arts District selected for statewide Achievement Award
August 22, 2023At the Municipal Association of South Carolina’s 2023 Annual Meeting in July, the City of Cayce received the Annual Achievement Award for the development in the City’s Cayce River Arts…
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New community resource center to open adjacent to Booker Washington Heights Cultural Arts Center
August 22, 2023A ribbon-cutting event on August 23rd, 2023, at 11:30 a.m. will mark the inauguration of a new community resource center adjacent to the Kathryn M. Bellfield Booker Washington Heights Cultural…
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A personal tribute to Senator John Scott
August 16, 2023
“Beyond the lofty superlatives … he was my friend” By Dr. Tom Mullikin Senator John Scott, 69, who passed away Sunday, August 13, was my friend and colleague in the…
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City Council Highlights | August 15, 2023
August 16, 2023During the presentation portion of the City Council meeting, Mayor Daniel Rickenmann presented the Small Business Day Administration Proclamation. Mayor Pro Tem Ed McDowell presented the Miss Jada Samuel Day…
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How to file the final tax return for a deceased taxpayer
August 15, 2023
What you need to know: When someone dies, their surviving spouse, an executor, or an administrator normally files the deceased taxpayer’s final Income Tax return. On the South Carolina Individual…
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Leadership Series – Jim Stritzinger, South Carolina Broadband Office (SCBBO)
August 15, 2023
The Who’s on the Move Leadership Series highlights people leading extraordinary change in South Carolina. We will be focusing on the journeys of 12 top leaders per year from across the state…
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City of Columbia issues statement regarding meal sharing plan for unsheltered population
August 14, 2023City of Columbia officials and staff have been working on developing a meal sharing plan for feeding the homeless population. The identification of a site and logistical arrangements to ensure…
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