SC Institute of Medicine and Public Health and SC Department on Aging release recommendations to combat social isolation in older adults
June 13, 2023
The South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health (IMPH), a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization working to collectively inform policy to improve health and health care in South Carolina, in partnership…
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Central Midlands Council of Governments hires local manager to serve as new Executive Director
June 13, 2023
Britt Poole has been hired as the new Executive Director for the Central Midlands Council of Governments (CMCOG,) effective July 1, 2023. Poole comes to the agency with 22 years…
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Reminder: Your state tax refund may be lower next year due to withholding adjustments
June 8, 2023
What you need to know: With the Withholding Tax Table updates, less taxes are being withheld from paychecks in 2023, which may result in reduced refunds next year For those…
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Richland County, Harvest Hope to take a bite out of hunger with food donation drive
June 2, 2023
Richland County Government and Harvest Hope Food Bank are teaming up with the goal of significantly impacting the lives of County residents facing food insecurity. The County is collecting nonperishable…
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City Councilman Will Brennan elected Chairman of the Central Midlands Council of Governments
June 2, 2023
City of Columbia District III Councilman Will Brennan was elected as Chairman for the Central Midlands Council of Governments on Thursday, June 1, 2023, during the Central Midlands Council of…
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Columbia Economic Development welcomes new Real Estate Asset Coordinator
June 2, 2023
The Columbia Economic Development Office welcomed Spencer Green as our new Real Estate Asset Coordinator. In this new role, he will be working closely with their team, City leadership, and…
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Task Force releases Teacher Recruitment and Retention recommendations
June 1, 2023
The Teacher Recruitment and Retention Task Force, created by a proviso in the 2022-23 Appropriations Act, submitted its recommendations to executive and legislative leadership yesterday. The full report is available…
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SCDOR to no longer issue debit cards for refunds after June 29
June 1, 2023
What you need to know: The SCDOR will no longer issue Individual Income Tax refunds as debit cards after June 29, 2023. Bank of America, the provider of the State’s…
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City’s Food Truck Fridays bring more flavor in June
May 31, 2023The City of Columbia continues the exciting initiative Food Truck Fridays through the month of June. There will be new food vendors and the food trucks will operate from one…
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Ballou joins new initiative to help S.C. Legislature evaluate effects of proposed laws
May 30, 2023
ROCK HILL, SC – Dan Ballou, a partner with Morton & Gettys law firm, has joined the South Carolina Law Initiative, a new project started by the University of South…
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Research Analyst & Coordinator
May 25, 2023
Job Responsibilities This position will generally support the Research Department in ensuring the production and dissemination of analytically sound resources that present data and trends affecting South Carolina housing markets…
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Assistant Democratic Leader Clyburn delivers remarks on Republicans plan to repeal student loan debt relief
May 25, 2023Today, Assistant Democratic Leader delivered the following remarks on H.J. Res 45, a joint resolution of disapproval that would repeal President Joe Biden’s student loan debt relief plan and reverse…
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Community Development will begin accepting applications for the SHINE program
May 23, 2023The City of Columbia’s Community Development Department will begin accepting applications for a new housing rehabilitation program, SHINE (Single Family Housing Improvement for Neighborhood Enhancement). This program includes projects ranging from weatherization up to…
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Richland County approves ARPA funding for broadband, nonprofits
May 19, 2023
Senior assistance, services for unhoused people also approved as distribution continues Richland County continues to distribute millions in federal funding to help local small businesses, nonprofits and other organizations negatively…
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Upcountry History Museum is a 2023 Blue Star Museum
May 19, 2023
The Upcountry History Museum – Greenville County has joined museums nationwide in the Blue Star Museums program, a collaboration that provides free admission to the nation’s active-duty military personnel and…
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SCDOT Commission approves 2024 Pavement Improvement Plan
May 18, 2023
The South Carolina Department of Transportation Commission approved the Agency’s 2024 Pavement Improvement Program by adding another $775 million to the previously invested $2.8 billion in pavement improvements across the…
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Congressman Clyburn announces $12.7 million for Jasper County project
May 18, 2023
U.S. Congressman James E. Clyburn (SC-06) announced that the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development is awarding $12.7 million in Community Facilities Direct Loans to Jasper County projects.…
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Contract Renewal Coordinator
May 17, 2023
Job Responsibilities The South Carolina State Housing Finance and Development Authority (SC Housing) serves as the Project- Based Section 8 Contract Administrator on behalf of the U.S. Department of Housing…
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Summer Kayak Camp
May 17, 2023Get your child on the water with the summer Kayak Camp! Children ranging from ages 8-11 can participate in the camp from June 5 until July 14. Children ranging from…
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The Columbia Parks & Recreation Department announces $1.8 million in improvements to Owen’s Field athletic facilities
May 17, 2023The Columbia Parks and Recreation Department announced that Columbia City Council has approved funding for $1.8 million dollars in improvements and upgrades for Owen’s Field Park designated to renovate the…
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Management and Occupancy Reviews (MOR) Coordinator
May 17, 2023
Job Responsibilities The South Carolina State Housing Finance and Development Authority (SC Housing) serves as the Project- Based Section 8 Contract Administrator on behalf of the U.S. Department of Housing…
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Congressman Clyburn announces $3 million to preserve and restore Historically Black Colleges and Universities in South Carolina
May 16, 2023
U.S. Congressman James E. Clyburn (SC-06) announced $3 million from the National Park Service (NPS) to help preserve and restore Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in South Carolina. The…
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SCCADVASA joins the South Carolina Indian Affairs Commission to host a Summit on Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two Spirits
May 10, 2023
#NoMoreStolenSisters #MMIWActionNow #MMIWG2S Columbia, S.C. – The S.C. Indian Affairs Commission will be hosting a Summit on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women. The MMISWG2 Summit is part of a movement that…
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More than 11,300 student loan borrowers in South Carolina approved for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
May 10, 2023
PSLF highlighted as Public Service Recognition Week begins Today, to mark Public Service Recognition Week, the U.S. Department of Education (Department) announced it has approved nearly 616,000 borrowers nationwide for…
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WREN celebrates passage of Paid Leave for Educators in South Carolina
May 10, 2023
Today, the Paid Leave for Educators (H 3908) passed the House unanimously. This bill is off to the Governor’s desk for signature. Soon, more than 55,000 educators in South Carolina…
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Statement from Palmetto State Teachers Association on passage of parental leave benefits bill
May 10, 2023
Palmetto State Teachers Association applauds today’s unanimous vote in the South Carolina House to concur with Senate amendments to H. 3908, a bill that will make educators in South Carolina…
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Richland County seeks public input on proposed 2023-2024 budget
May 9, 2023
The County welcomes feedback from the public on its operating budget for the upcoming fiscal year, which begins July 1, 2023, and ends June 30, 2024. An in-person public hearing…
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The Hive Community Circle attends “Communities in Action: Building a Better South Carolina” hosted by the White House
May 9, 2023
Joined by elected officials and community leaders from South Carolina (SC), The Hive Community Circle (The Hive) Executive Director, Ashley Thomas, attended the event “Communities in Action: Building a Better…
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How and when to amend your SC Individual Income Tax return
May 3, 2023
What you need to know: Generally, you should amend a return if an IRS audit changes your state return, or when there are changes to your income, deductions, credits, payments,…
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Richland County’s new fireworks law: What to Know
May 2, 2023
Updated ordinance makes overnight pyrotechnics unlawful in unincorporated areas With the adoption of a new fireworks ordinance, Richland County Council is introducing major changes to the County’s fireworks laws. County…
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Chernoff Newman awarded multi-year contracts by two South Carolina agencies
May 2, 2023
Recent announcements reflect new, existing state agency partnerships Chernoff Newman, a top-ranking Southeastern agency and South Carolina’s longest-standing and most prominent integrated marketing communications firm has been selected to provide…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis joins coalition of state financial officers in slamming Biden’s penalty on responsible homebuyers
May 2, 2023
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis today announced he and 33 other state financial officers have united to speak out against new federal policy that will make it more expensive for homebuyers…
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Town of Chapin and the American Legion Post 193 to host Memorial Day ceremony
April 27, 2023
Town of Chapin Mayor Al Koon announced that the Town of Chapin along with American Legion Post 193 will jointly host a Memorial Day ceremony on Monday, May 29, at…
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City of West Columbia awarded $10 million grant for water infrastructure upgrades
April 26, 2023
The City of West Columbia received a grant for $10 million from the South Carolina Rural Infrastructure Investment Program with the assistance of Senator Nikki Setzler and Representative Micah Caskey.…
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City of Columbia Solid Waste Division to offer expedited collection services during the months of May, June and July
April 26, 2023The City of Columbia Solid Waste Division is offering expedited collection services for move out piles during the months of May, June and July. Residents can call the Solid…
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Graham seeks more than $60 million in funding for water improvement projects in South Carolina
April 20, 2023
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham released his funding requests for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 Interior, Environment and Related Agencies Appropriations bill the Senate will consider later this year. Graham posted…
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City Council Highlights | April 18, 2023
April 19, 2023During the City Council Meeting, City Council approved the honorary naming of the 800 and 900 blocks of Washington Street, “Joe E. Taylor, Jr. Way” in memory of the former…
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Compliance Officer/Administrative
April 17, 2023
Job Responsibilities Our agency creates affordable housing opportunities for South Carolinas whose needs are not be the market. The South Carolina State Housing Finance and Development Authority (Authority) is responsible…
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Get Involved: Applications open for Richland County boards, committees
April 6, 2023
Richland County Council is accepting applications for dozens of openings on various volunteer boards. Currently, 10 Richland County boards, commissions, committees and advisory councils have at least one vacancy. Council…
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Richland County to begin controlling for mosquitoes
April 6, 2023
Through preventive efforts, residents can also help keep the pests away Residents should expect to see Richland County employees spraying for mosquitoes in the coming months, as Vector Control staff…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis names Melissa Simmons as Deputy State Treasurer
April 5, 2023
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has named Melissa D. Simmons, CPA, CFP, as the agency’s new Deputy State Treasurer after the recent retirement of Tonia Morris. Simmons will oversee the…
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City Council Highlights | April 4, 2023
April 5, 2023This City Council Meeting was the first meeting attended by new council member, Councilman Peter Brown. He was sworn in on April 3, 2023. Three proclamations were presented during the…
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MUSC named a founding partner in launch of first South Carolina Innovation Month
April 4, 2023The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) announced a partnership with the South Carolina Department of Commerce and South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) to launch, for the first time in…
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SCDOR Tax Tips: tax credits for SC business owners that could lower their tax liability
April 4, 2023
If you’re a South Carolina small business owner and want to save money on your tax bill in 2023, the South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) wants you to know…
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Sumter and Beaufort counties’ Sales Tax rates to change May 1
April 3, 2023
The Sales & Use Tax rate will change May 1, 2023, in both Beaufort and Sumter counties. Beaufort County adds County Green Space local tax Beaufort County taxpayers will begin…
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A Conversation with Elise Partin, Mayor, City of Cayce
March 23, 2023
Cayce is located in the center of the state, along the Congaree River and has over 14,000 residents. Cayce has more than 700 businesses and is located between I-77 and…
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USDA makes grants available to help people in rural South Carolina repair their homes damaged by hurricanes in 2022
March 23, 2023
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development South Carolina State Director Dr. Saundra Glover today announced the availability of grants to help people repair their homes that were damaged by…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Nominates the Next Executive Director of the S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce
March 9, 2023
Governor Henry McMaster today nominated William H. Floyd to be the next executive director of the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW). Previously the agency’s chief of staff,…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis names Ken Earley as Director of Information Technology
March 9, 2023
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has named Ken Earley as the agency’s new Director of Information Technology. With more than 25 years of IT industry experience, Earley has held management…
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RSWCD awards 5 grants to support students’ conservation initiatives
March 8, 2023
Hydroponics, school gardens, composting among grant-funded projects Students in five Richland County schools and education sites will take part in hands-on environmental education this spring, thanks to Conservation Education Mini-Grants…
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