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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Leadership Series – George Bailey, Darnall W. and Susan F. Boyd Foundation, Inc.
December 14, 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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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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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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Office of Business Opportunities to host two entrepreneurial training programs
December 5, 2023The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities is now accepting applications for the 2024 NxLevel Microentrepreneur and 2024 FastTrac Growth Venture courses from January to March. The NxLevel Microentrepreneur…
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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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Water Rescue on the Saluda River: Three men saved through the combined efforts of multiple agencies
November 29, 2023
In a feat of courage and collaboration, three men were rescued from the swift currents and rapids of the Saluda River. This successful rescue mission stands as a testament to…
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City Council Highlights | November 21, 2023
November 28, 2023During the City Council meeting, City Council approved several items on the consent agenda that continue to invest in water and sewer infrastructure. Items 16 and 17 include important work…
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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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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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Office of Business Opportunities to host two entrepreneurial training programs
November 28, 2023
The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities is accepting applications for the 2024 NxLevel Microentrepreneur and 2024 FastTrac Growth Venture courses from January to March. The NxLevel Microentrepreneur program…
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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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City of Columbia to host the annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Honor the Dream Food Drive
November 16, 2023
The City of Columbia, Richland School District One and the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Foundation to host the annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Honor the Dream Food Drive benefiting…
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City of Columbia accepting applications for the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dream Keeper Scholarship Awards
November 16, 2023
The City of Columbia is accepting applications for the 2024 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dream Keeper Scholarship Awards. The Dream Keeper Scholarship Awards program recognizes exemplary displays of committed…
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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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County Council approves compensation restructuring for full-time employees
November 14, 2023
Salary changes for eligible employees effective Dec. 21 Richland County Council has approved a class and compensation restructuring for regular full-time County employees. The changes were recommended by Evergreen Solutions…
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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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Richland County to host public meeting on proposed greenway in NE Richland
November 7, 2023
Community members can submit comments through Nov. 24 Richland County will host a drop-in style public meeting Thursday, Nov. 9 to provide information about a proposed greenway and trail in…
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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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Richland County to honor Veterans through Operation Green Light
November 6, 2023
County to illuminate office buildings with green light Nov. 6-12 In appreciation and support of veterans, Richland County Government will join Operation Green Light, an initiative of the National Association…
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City of Columbia Solid Waste leaf collection alternate locations
November 2, 2023The City of Columbia Solid Waste Division is adding a new leaf collection option this fall for residents to drop their bagged leaves at designated container locations throughout the City.…
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November Food Truck Fridays
November 2, 2023
The City of Columbia continues the exciting initiative Food Truck Fridays through the month of November. 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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The City of Columbia & the Darnall W. and Susan F. Boyd Foundation hold grand opening ceremony for Boyd Island Sanctuary
October 31, 2023
The City of Columbia and the Darnall W. and Susan F. Boyd Foundation announced the official grand opening for the Sanctuary at Boyd Island on Boyd Island on Monday, October…
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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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Mayor Daniel Rickenmann partners with Instacart, announces Grocery Access program to support families in Columbia food deserts
October 31, 2023
Instacart’s technology connects families in food deserts with online grocery delivery and monthly funds to spend on produce City of Columbia, SC Mayor Daniel Rickenmann and Instacart (NASDAQ: CART), the leading…
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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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County Council gives third reading approval to Project Vista Depot District
October 19, 2023
Multimillion-dollar economic investment boasts upscale accommodations, increased infrastructure Richland County Council voted to approve a $181 million downtown development plan nicknamed Project Vista Depot District during its regular scheduled meeting…
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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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