Clinton City Council Recap – September 8, 2025
September 10, 2025
Clinton City Council met on Monday, September 8, 2025, to address a range of matters affecting the city, from zoning updates to public safety improvements. Board of Zoning Appeals Appointment…
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Laurens County Council Meeting Recap – September 8, 2025
September 10, 2025
The Laurens County Council met on Monday, September 8, 2025, addressing recognitions, legislative updates, and community reports. Special Recognition for Fire Services Council began the meeting by recognizing the Laurens…
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Deadline Approaching: Clinton Accommodations Tax Applications Due September 15
September 10, 2025
The City of Clinton is accepting applications for Accommodations Tax (A-Tax) funding for the 2025–2026 fiscal year. Local organizations seeking support for tourism-related projects must submit their completed applications no…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson declares victory as Judge throws out NAACP lawsuit
September 9, 2025
Attorney General Alan Wilson today announced a major legal victory after a federal judge threw out the NAACP’s challenge to South Carolina’s classroom standards, ruling the group had no legal…
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Columbia Parks & Recreation Department announces ongoing closure of north portion of Riverfront Park
September 9, 2025
The City of Columbia Parks & Recreation Department is notifying the public that the north portion of Riverfront Park (4122 River Drive) will remain closed until further notice. This closure…
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City of Columbia Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement commemorates International Overdose Awareness Day
September 9, 2025
The City of Columbia’s Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement will commemorate International Overdose Awareness Day on Sunday, August 31, 2025, joining global efforts to honor lives lost to overdose…
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City of Columbia Forestry and Beautification to open nominations for the 2025 treasured tree program
September 9, 2025The Treasured Trees Program seeks to document and recognize trees that have significant value to the Midlands Area and to promote the awareness, benefits, and value of trees to the…
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The City of Columbia invites YOU to join in the fun during Columbia’s 10th Annual Park(ing) Day
September 9, 2025
PARK(ing) Day is an annual open-source global event where citizens, artists and activists collaborate to temporarily transform metered parking spaces into “PARK(ing)” spaces: temporary public places. The mission of PARK(ing) Day…
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City of Columbia Pedestrian and Bicyclist Counts: help make sure we all count
September 9, 2025
The City of Columbia is seeking volunteers to help conduct our routine Pedestrian & Bicyclist Counts throughout Columbia. By counting pedestrians and bicyclists, volunteers help to ensure that all of…
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City of Columbia host second “Sistercare Saturday” on Saturday, September 13 at Boyd Plaza
September 9, 2025This is the last Sistercare Saturday event of the season. This is a fundraising event for Sistercare, which helps victims and families recover from domestic violence. Join us in Boyd…
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City of Columbia becomes an affiliate of Bee City USA
September 9, 2025
The City of Columbia is joining many other cities and campuses across the countryunited in improving their landscapes for pollinators by becoming an affiliate of Bee City USA. Thinking globally…
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City opens registration for the 2025 Mayor’s Walk Against Domestic Violence
September 9, 2025The 2025 Mayor’s Walk Against Domestic Violence will be held on Saturday, October 25, 2025 at Page Ellington Park, 2220 Gregg St, Columbia, SC 29201. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and for the 19th year,…
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City of Columbia partners with DreamKey partners to advance housing priorities
September 9, 2025DreamKey_Overview-2024-1 The City of Columbia is proud to announce a new partnership with DreamKey Partners, a nationally recognized nonprofit developer with more than three decades of experience in affordable housing…
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Rapid Shelter Columbia permanently houses 100th resident
September 9, 2025
Rapid Shelter Columbia recently celebrated a milestone: the placement of its 100th individual in permanent housing. Since its inception in November 2022, the City of Columbia’s Homeless Services team has…
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Groundbreaking ceremony for the station at Congaree Pointe
September 9, 2025The City of Columbia, The Columbia Empowerment Zone (CEZ, Inc.), Richland County, Cooperative Health Groundbreaking Ceremony for the Station at Congaree Pointe. Mayor Daniel Rickenmann, Mayor Pro Tem Will Brennan, City Manager…
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City of Columbia to host Finlay Park hiring fair
September 9, 2025
Who: City of Columbia Human Resources Department, Parks and Recreation Department, and the Columbia Police Department What: With the upcoming grand re-opening of Finlay Park, the City’s Human Resources department and Parks…
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City to host the annual Isabel Law Breakfast on Friday, October 3
September 9, 2025For over 20 years, the Mayor’s Campaign Against Breast Cancer has been proud to partner with this community to raise awareness in the fight against breast cancer. This year, our…
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Bruner Powell Wall & Mullins, LLC celebrates all five partners in The Best Lawyers in America 2026
September 9, 2025
Bruner, Powell, Wall & Mullins, LLC announced that all five of its partners have been selected for inclusion in the prestigious 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This…
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Community Input Session on Land Use and Zoning Set for September 11 in Clinton
September 8, 2025
The Laurens County Citizens for Land Use and Zoning Task Force invites all members of the public to attend an upcoming community input session on Thursday, September 11, 2025, at…
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DPH Highlights Importance of Food Donation During National Food Bank Day
September 8, 2025
In recognition of National Food Bank Day on Friday, Sept. 5, the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is shining a spotlight on the vital work of food banks…
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Gov. McMaster Directs DSS to Submit Waiver Banning Candy, Unhealthy Drinks from SNAP Program
September 7, 2025
Governor Henry McMaster has issued Executive Order 2025-30, directing the South Carolina Department of Social Services (DSS) to submit a waiver request to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to…
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City of Columbia partners with DreamKey Partners to advance housing priorities
September 4, 2025The City of Columbia announced a new partnership with DreamKey Partners, a nationally recognized nonprofit developer with more than three decades of experience in affordable housing and community transformation. This…
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Lemonade & Popcorn fundraiser returns to support Mayor’s Campaign Against Breast Cancer
September 3, 2025Columbia residents are invited to sip, snack, and support a good cause at the return of the annual Lemonade & Popcorn Fundraiser benefiting the Mayor’s Campaign Against Breast Cancer. The…
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City of Charleston outlines next opportunities for public feedback on Medical District Overlay Zone
September 3, 2025
Following a unanimous vote by the Charleston Planning Commission last week, the city outlined the next steps in the public process for the proposed Medical District Overlay Zone. The proposal,…
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Town of Hilton Head Island to host community meeting on Patterson Family Park plans
September 2, 2025
The Town of Hilton Head Island invites residents and stakeholders to a community meeting to see the latest plans and features for the future Patterson Family Park. The meeting will…
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Laurens County Government is Hiring Across Multiple Departments
September 1, 2025
Laurens County Government is recruiting for several roles across public safety, planning, roads & bridges, parks & recreation, and facilities. Listings are updated on the County’s Paylocity portal; highlights below…
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Keep the Midlands Beautiful 2025 lake sweep/river sweep registration due Friday, September 6
September 1, 2025
Registration is due this Friday, September 6 for Lake Sweep/River Sweep, an annual cleanup of Lake Murray and surrounding waterways. This event is coordinated by Keep the Midlands Beautiful (KMB)…
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SBA Sets December Deadline for Banks to Follow Trump’s “Fair Banking” Order
August 31, 2025
The Small Business Administration (SBA) has told banks and lenders that take part in its loan programs they must follow President Trump’s new “Fair Banking” executive order. The rule is…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Secures School Resource Officer for Every School in the State
August 31, 2025
Governor Henry McMaster was joined today by Department of Public Safety (SCDPS) officials, members of the General Assembly, and other state and local leaders to announce that final funding has…
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THRIVE Laurens County to Host Free Community Event on September 18
August 30, 2025
THRIVE Laurens County, a local initiative dedicated to fostering health, connection, and wellness in our rural communities, will host a free community event on Thursday, September 18, 2025, from 5:00 PM…
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South Carolina economy ranked #1 in the country
August 29, 2025During quarter one of 2025 (Q1), South Carolina recorded significant growth for both GDP and personal income.South Carolina’s real GDP, which accounts for inflation, increased at an annualized rate of…
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Berkeley County hosting public meeting on All-Hazard Mitigation Plan
August 29, 2025
Berkeley County Emergency Management will hold a public meeting on Tuesday, September 2 at 6 p.m. to share details and receive input on the 2025 Berkeley County All-Hazard Mitigation Plan.…
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Dorchester County and Summerville YMCA break ground on new sports complex in Oakbrook
August 29, 2025
Dorchester County and Summerville YMCA leaders, along with local officials, broke ground on the new Oakbrook Sports Complex. The project is part of a broader effort to redevelop the Oakbrook…
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Fountain Inn Fire Department Recognized for Excellence in Training Management
August 28, 2025
The City of Fountain Inn Fire Department is proud to announce that it has been recognized by Lexipol, the leading provider of solutions that empower performance excellence in public safety,…
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SCDOR named 2025 PEBA Partners award Overall winner
August 27, 2025
The SCDOR has been named the 2025 Overall winner of the PEBA Partners award by the South Carolina Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA). PEBA awards this honor annually to the…
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Laurens County Citizens on Land Use and Zoning Task Force to Meet August 28
August 27, 2025
The Laurens County Citizens on Land Use and Zoning Task Force will hold its next meeting on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at the Hillcrest Complex East, located…
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Richland County earns top credit ratings from Moody’s, S&P Global agencies
August 26, 2025
Richland County recently earned top ratings from two of the nation’s premier credit rating bureaus, a nod to the County’s sound financial practices and policies. Moody’s Ratings assigned its Aaa rating…
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SC Secretary of State Mark Hammond invites nominations for 2025 Angel Charities
August 26, 2025
Today, South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced that his office will accept nominations of charitable organizations for this year’s Angel Awards. Each year, the Secretary of State honors…
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City of Laurens August Council Meeting: Youth Council Openings, Fall Events, and Key Votes
August 25, 2025
Tuesday, August 19, 2025. The City of Laurens Council covered a full slate of community announcements and city business at its August meeting, highlighting youth engagement opportunities, upcoming fall events,…
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Clinton City Council Holds Strategic Planning Work Session
August 23, 2025
On Wednesday, August 20, the City of Clinton held a special strategic work session to begin shaping a long-term vision for the community. City Manager Joey Meadors opened the meeting…
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DPH Warns of Youth Vaping Risks: Flavored Vapes, High Nicotine Levels Fuel Addiction Among Teens
August 23, 2025
As a new school year begins, the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is sharing information about the serious risks of youth e-cigarette use/vaping. Flavored e-cigarettes/vapes containing dangerously high…
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City of Columbia leads with Smart Surfaces to cool hot neighborhoods
August 21, 2025
Cool Hot Neighborhoods by Up to 5.3˚F, Improve Health, and Reduce Flooding New Analysis Finds That Roofs, Roads, and Parking Lots Make Parts of the City Up to 13 ˚F…
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SC Housing’s Made It Home! Program aims to involve homebuilders, create solutions to affordable housing deficit
August 21, 2025
The South Carolina State Housing Finance and Development Authority (SC Housing) is offering an innovative approach to solving one of the state’s most important problems: a shortage of single-family housing.…
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Christopher Way named Charleston County EMS chief, effective Friday
August 20, 2025
Charleston County announced that Christopher Way has been selected to lead the Emergency Medical Services Department, effective Friday, August 22, 2025. Chief Way brings more than 33 years of emergency…
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City Council highlights | Tuesday, August 19, 2025
August 20, 2025
The City Council Meeting on August 19, 2025 started out with several proclamations, as well as special Key to the City presentations. To begin, At-Large Councilwoman Aditi Bussells read a proclamation…
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Columbia Streams Art public art program announces new smartphone-based filmmaking contest, Columbia Cell-A-Brates Cinema
August 20, 2025Red Carpet Access is Right In Your Pocket! The City of Columbia opens the gateway for cellphone, mobile, and smartphone films from filmmakers of all levels. Submission portal for contest entries…
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County launches new round of community forums for ‘Reimagine Richland’
August 20, 2025
Comprehensive Plan update will provide framework for long-term development Richland County is moving into the third and final phase of “Reimagine Richland,” the 10-year update of the County’s Comprehensive Plan.…
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South Carolina National Guard Troops Deployed to Washington, D.C.
August 19, 2025
Governor Henry McMaster has authorized the deployment of 200 South Carolina National Guard soldiers to Washington, D.C., following a request from the Pentagon. The soldiers, part of the 4-118th Combined…
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City of Laurens Launches “Talk of the Town” Forum with Mayor Senn
August 19, 2025
Laurens residents are invited to a new opportunity to share their voices directly with city leadership through Talk of the Town, a pop-in forum designed to connect the community with…
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Final Federal Reimbursement Secures Completion of Charleston Harbor Deepening
August 19, 2025
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham joined South Carolina Ports Authority President and CEO Barbara Melvin and Lt. Col. Todd Mainwaring of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Charleston District to announce…
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