Jay Lucas not seeking reelection
March 15, 2022
S.C. House Speaker Jay Lucas announced today that he will not seek reelection. Governor Henry McMaster issued the following statement: “Speaker Jay Lucas has served the people of South Carolina…
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City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs announces Creek by Creek
March 13, 2022
The city of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs presents its newest exhibition, Creek by Creek, which will be on view March 18 through May 8, 2022 at the City Gallery, located…
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City of Charleston to host Small Business Opportunity Expo at Gaillard Center
March 11, 2022
The city of Charleston’s Business Services Division will host the 2022 Small Business Opportunity Expo on Thursday, March 24 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Gaillard Center, located…
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South Carolina projects in FY 2022 spending legislation
March 11, 2022
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today announced that multiple projects across South Carolina would receive funding from the Fiscal Year 2022 spending bill that the United States Senate will…
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S.C. Treasurer’s Office facilitates bond issuances for Coastal Carolina and University of South Carolina
March 11, 2022
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced that his office recently facilitated transactions for Coastal Carolina University and the University of South Carolina issuing $129,445,000 (par) in Higher Education Refunding Revenue Bonds…
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South Carolina tax tips for college students
March 9, 2022
With new Name, Image, and Likeness legislation taking effect this tax year, the South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) knows that many collegiate student-athletes are filing an Individual Income Tax…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announces selection of Kathy L. Bickham as New Commissioner of Banking
March 9, 2022
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis, Chairman of the State Board of Financial Institutions, announced that Kathy L. Bickham has been selected to serve as the next Commissioner of Banking for…
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Berkeley County announces candidate filing information for 2022 General Election
March 8, 2022
Filing Period Available March 16-30 Any candidate who is seeking a political party’s nomination for a local, state or federal seat in the 2022 General Election may file for office…
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Pension plan shortfall demands lawmakers’ attention
March 8, 2022
By Richard Eckstrom, S.C. Comptroller It definitely doesn’t get the attention it deserves, but it’s among the most severe financial problems facing South Carolina today: The state retiree pension plan…
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Op-Ed: The time is here to let voters decide on Sunday liquor store sales
March 7, 2022
Opinion Editorial By Ed McMullen Chairman, Cheers! Let South Carolina Decide Elected representatives in Columbia are currently debating legislation that will help South Carolina businesses compete in the 21st century.…
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DHEC gradually closing its COVID-19 testing sites beginning today
March 1, 2022
Beginning today, March 1, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) will begin scaling back the number of agency-managed vendor COVID-19 testing sites across the state. The…
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Mayor John Tecklenburg releases statement in support of Ukrainian people as flag of Ukraine flies at City Hall
February 28, 2022
Today, Charleston Mayor John Tecklenburg released the following statement in support of the Ukrainian people as the flag of Ukraine flies at City Hall “Charleston has a long history of…
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Berkeley County to host ‘Working Wednesdays’ at BCLS locations
February 28, 2022
Public Invited to Learn More About County Job Openings Starting next month, Berkeley County Government will be partnering with Berkeley County Library System (BCLS) to host a new monthly initiative…
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Registration open for Mayor’s Youth Commission Virtual Summit Session
February 24, 2022
The city of Charleston Mayor’s Youth Commission will host a Virtual Summit Session regarding media information literacy on Saturday, February 26, 2022 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The free…
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City of Charleston attorneys respond to Attorney General’s letter regarding “Robert E. Lee Memorial Highway” marker
February 24, 2022
Today, city of Charleston legal staff sent the attached letter to Attorney General Alan Wilson regarding the removal of a marker for the “Robert E. Lee Memorial Highway.” In the…
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Tax credits for SC homeowners – check to see if you qualify
February 23, 2022
Did you know qualifying South Carolina homeowners may be able to save money on their tax bill? If you’re remodeling, making your home more energy efficient, or paying casualty insurance,…
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Gov. Henry McMaster names Eden Hendrick as next SCDJJ executive director
February 22, 2022
Governor Henry McMaster today announced Eden Hendrick as the next executive director of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ). Hendrick was named acting director in September of 2021 following the…
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Berkeley County Council passes Redistricting Plan reflecting population growth
February 21, 2022
Changes Made to Council District Lines By unanimous vote at the Berkeley County Council meeting on Monday, February 14,Council members passed the County’s 2022 Redistricting Plan, reapportioning County Council districts.…
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In response to community, school requests, city removes highway marker after legal department finds Heritage Act does not apply
February 21, 2022
Today, in response to media inquiries, the city released the following backgrounder on the Robert E. Lee Memorial Highway marker: On July 21, 2020, the city of Charleston received an…
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State leaders gather to announce the S.C. Conservation Enhancement Act
February 18, 2022
By W. Thomas Smith Jr. S.C. Gov. Henry McMaster, several state lawmakers, and the chair of the S.C. Floodwater Commission announced “the filing of two bills that will provide critical…
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DHEC supports CDC report on effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines for pregnant people and their babies
February 16, 2022
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported Tuesday in its Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) that an initial COVID-19 two-dose vaccine series during pregnancy can help prevent COVID-19…
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Sullivan’s Island Town Council takes action to save maritime forest
February 16, 2022
Town Council votes 5-1 to hire attorney to overturn controversial mediation settlement After months of deliberation and discussion, the Sullivan’s Island Town Council took a major step forward toward saving…
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Berkeley County using proper due process to rezone property in Cordesville
February 16, 2022
Engaging property owners to help remedy past zoning application procedure Berkeley County is working to rezone specific parcels in the Cordesville community to remedy possible procedural errors from the late…
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Gov. Henry McMaster, S.C. House leadership propose income tax cut
February 15, 2022
Governor Henry McMaster was joined today by S.C. House leadership and members of the S.C. House Republican Caucus to announce an income tax cut proposal that accelerates the governor’s previous…
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State leads the nation as top exporter of tires and completed passenger motor vehicles
February 14, 2022
S.C. export sales topped $29.7 billion in 2021 Gov. Henry McMaster, the S.C. Department of Commerce and the SC Ports Authority today announced that the state’s 2021 export sales totaled…
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SC technology company launches national collaboration with Ballotpedia
February 14, 2022
Voterheads.com, a South Carolina technology company, is excited to announce the launch of a local government monitoring collaboration with Ballotpedia.org that will allow visitors to Ballotpedia.org’s city and county web…
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Coronavirus & vaccination update in South Carolina
February 14, 2022
Updated Feb 14, 2021 The links provided below are updated regularly as information becomes available. Keep checking back here for updates. Latest SC Data (Feb 14, 2021) SC Demographic Data…
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South Carolina Department of Education and South Carolina Technical College System announce $11.5 million partnership
February 10, 2022
The South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) and South Carolina Technical College System (SCTCS) announced a three year $11.5 million partnership that will grow and expand career and technical education…
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Majority Whip Clyburn remarks on the importance of teaching “critical race facts”
February 10, 2022
U.S. House Majority Whip James E. Clyburn took to the House floor today for a Special Order Hour to deliver a Black History Month speech on the importance of not…
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So Much to Love About 529 Plans
February 9, 2022
By State Treasurer Curtis Loftis Around this time of year, it seems every store I enter is full of heart-covered cards, rose bouquets or some other symbol of love. Whether…
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New AT&T mobile broadband sites installed across Berkeley County
February 9, 2022
Mobile Broadband Coverage Enhanced in Moncks Corner & Rural Communities Mobile broadband coverage has enhanced across Berkeley County, thanks to AT&T installing additional cell tower sites across the area in…
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Charleston City Council to hold special meeting Tuesday, February 8; regular meeting to be held Wednesday, February 9
February 7, 2022
On Tuesday, February 8, 2022, Charleston City Council will hold a special meeting on Johns Island for the purpose of hearing appeals from property owners who believe they should not…
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Chief Luther Reynolds shares health update, Mayor Tecklenburg looks forward to his return to duty
February 7, 2022
Today, Charleston Mayor John Tecklenburg sent the following letter to City Council containing a message from Chief Luther Reynolds regarding his condition: Dear Councilmembers, Today I received the message below…
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DHEC spreads awareness, offers free testing for National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
February 7, 2022
In recognition of National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day on Feb. 7, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is offering free testing for HIV and sexually transmitted diseases…
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Senator Scott accepting applications for summer 2022 internships
February 7, 2022
Today, U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.) released a video highlighting his internship opportunities and urging students to apply. Sen. Scott’s office is now accepting applications for internships in Washington, D.C., North Charleston,…
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South Carolina tourism reports strong recovery in 2021 at annual conference
February 7, 2022
Tourism in South Carolina saw a strong rebound in 2021, according to figures released today by the South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism (SCPRT). During his annual “State…
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Senator Scott introduces bill to expand access to capital for community banks
February 3, 2022
This week, U.S. Senators Tim Scott (R-S.C.) and Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.) introduced a bill to improve the ability of smaller community banks to meet the credit needs of the local…
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U.S Army Corps of Engineers Charleston District receives IIJA Funding
February 3, 2022
On Nov. 15, 2021, President Biden signed into law the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). The Act provides $17.1 billion for U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ (USACE) Civil Works…
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Berkeley County to host public meetings on One Berkeley Comp. Plan Feb. 17
February 2, 2022
In-Person & Virtually at Four Different Locations Berkeley County will host its final set of public meetings for the One Berkeley Comprehensive Plan update on Thursday, February 17, 2022. Meetings will be…
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USDA invests $63.3 million to support local businesses, create good-paying jobs and strengthen the economy in South Carolina
February 2, 2022
Investments support the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to build back better in rural America United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) State Director for South Carolina Dr. Saundra Glover today announced that…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announces addition of 615,000 new properties to Unclaimed Property website
January 31, 2022
In observance of February 1 being National Unclaimed Property Day, State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced that more than 615,000 new properties have been reported to the State’s Unclaimed Property Program.…
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Text of Mayor John J. Tecklenburg’s State of the City Address
January 26, 2022
The following State of the City Address was prepared for delivery by Mayor John J. Tecklenburg on January 25, 2022, at 6 p.m. Mayor Pro Tem Brady, members of City…
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USDA invests over $73.7 million to improve community infrastructure for people living in rural towns across South Carolina
January 26, 2022
Funding Will Increase Access to Health Care, Education and Public Safety for the People Who Call Rural Communities Home United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) State Director for South Carolina…
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City of Charleston to host Mentor Recruitment Fair
January 26, 2022
The city of Charleston Mayor’s Mentoring Consortium will host a Mentor Recruitment Fair to raise awareness of the importance of mentorship and supporting local youth on Saturday, February 5, 2022…
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BCDCOG awarded $860,000 grant for transit-oriented development planning
January 25, 2022
Federal Transit Administration funds will help connect communities and improve access to transit and affordable housing The Berkeley-Charleston-Dorchester Council of Governments (BCDCOG) has been awarded $860,000 to plan for transit-oriented development (TOD)…
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Tax season opens today
January 24, 2022
Filing online and choosing direct deposit is safe, fast, and accurate The South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) and the IRS begin accepting Individual Income Tax returns today, January 24, 2022. The…
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Governor McMaster delivers the 2022 State of the State address
January 20, 2022
Governor Henry McMaster delivered his fifth State of the State address to state senators and representatives at the Statehouse on Wednesday, January 19th. Here is his speech in its entirety…
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SC Bar Member serves as keynote speaker for Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day event
January 19, 2022
Attorney Doward Harvin is an SC Bar Board Member On Monday, our nation honored the life and work of the late Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. South Carolina attorney…
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DHEC updates widespread vendor testing delays
January 18, 2022
Today, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control announced it is continuing to actively address issues with multiple COVID-19 testing vendors and reporting facilities for failures to process…
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Berkeley County seeking public feedback on redistricting plan
January 17, 2022
Citizens Encouraged to Submit Comments/Questions Through January 20 Berkeley County is seeking public input on its proposed Redistricting Plan by encouraging citizens to submit comments and/or questions online now through…
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