Richland Library closes for CSI Day on May 14
May 5, 2025
Schedule Effective for all Library Locations on May14 All Richland Library locations will be closed, Wednesday, May 14, 2025, for Customer Service Improvement (CSI) Day. During CSI Day, Richland Library…
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City of Columbia: Advertisement of Vacancies on Various Boards and Commissions
May 1, 2025
The City of Columbia is accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions. BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS (BOZA) Seeking to fill one (1) vacancy. The Board…
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Dorchester County announces Notary Public Commission enrollment now available at Summerville location
May 1, 2025
Residents of Dorchester County can now conveniently enroll their Notary Public Commission at the Clerk of Court’s Office, Family Court Division, located at 212 Deming Way, Summerville. Residents can continue…
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Picnic for the Parks sets attendance record, raises $55K for 26 Charleston parks
May 1, 2025
A record-breaking crowd gathered at Hampton Park’s Rose Pavilion on Sunday, April 27, 2025, for the Charleston Parks Conservancy’s 4th annual Picnic for the Parks, raising $55,000 to support the…
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SRO/Master Patrol
May 1, 2025
The City of Clinton Police Department is currently seeking qualified applicants for the Full-Time School Resource Officer position. Under occasional supervision, establishes and maintains a police presence on assigned school…
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Charleston County Waterparks to open for weekends starting May 17
May 1, 2025
The Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission (CCPRC) will open its three waterparks – Splash Island in Mount Pleasant, Splash Zone on James Island, and Whirlin’ Waters in North Charleston…
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Mindful Steps Walk to raise mental health awareness – May 3
April 30, 2025The City of Columbia’s Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement is teaming up with Girl Get Up Society to host the Annual Mindful Steps Walk on Saturday, May 3, 2025,…
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City, County leaders to kick off National Small Business Week
April 30, 2025
The City of Columbia is teaming up with Richland County, the Columbia Chamber of Commerce, and the Small Business Administration (SBA) to launch National Small Business Week 2025. Community members…
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Deadline Quickly Approaching for REAL ID Compliance — Are You Ready?
April 30, 2025
Time is running out for South Carolina residents to ensure they are compliant with federal REAL ID requirements. The deadline to have a REAL ID for boarding domestic flights and…
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SRO/Master Patrol
April 30, 2025
The City of Clinton Police Department is currently seeking qualified applicants for the Full-Time School Resource Officer position. Under occasional supervision, establishes and maintains a police presence on assigned school…
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SCDC Director Bryan Stirling to Step Down After More Than 11 Years of Service
April 28, 2025
SCDC Deputy Director for Operations Joel Anderson Named Acting Director Governor Henry McMaster today announced that S.C. Department of Corrections (SCDC) Director Bryan Stirling will step down from his position…
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Exciting Career Opportunities with the City of Clinton
April 27, 2025
The City of Clinton is now hiring for several key positions and invites individuals who are looking to make a difference in their community to consider joining the team. With…
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SC House Subcommittee Unanimously Advances Major Boating Tax Reform
April 27, 2025
Governor McMaster Announces His Support for Tax Cuts A major bipartisan push to cut South Carolina’s highest-in-the-nation boat property taxes gained momentum last week as the House Ways & Means…
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Laurens County Land Use/Zoning Task Force Invites Community Input at April 29 Meeting
April 27, 2025
The Laurens County Land Use/Zoning Task Force is inviting residents to be part of the important conversation about the future growth and development of Laurens County. A community meeting for…
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City of Columbia celebrates National Historic Preservation Month
April 25, 2025
May is National Historic Preservation Month and the City’s Preservation staff has several activities planned to commemorate the event. Since its inception by the National Trust for Historic Preservation…
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Mayor William Cogswell supports bipartisan legislation to align growth with infrastructure
April 24, 2025Mayor William Cogswell expressed strong support for H. 4050—a bipartisan bill under consideration at the South Carolina Statehouse that would give municipalities a powerful tool to manage growth in coordination…
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Dorchester County celebrates new public kayak launch
April 24, 2025
On April 22, 2025, Dorchester County Council joined with Dorchester Parks and Recreation Commission and Dorchester County Parks and Recreation staff, to celebrate the opening of the new Swan Drive…
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Mayor Cogswell announces the City of Charleston mini-grant award winners for the Ardmore-Sherwood Forest neighborhood
April 23, 2025
Mayor Cogswell announced the first round of mini-grant winners for the Love Your Block program, a resident-led initiative focused on small-scale projects that create lasting community impact. The city received…
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City of Columbia in partnership with Historic Columbia Unveils Historic Shandon Sign at Sims Park
April 23, 2025
On April 22, 2025, the City of Columbia, in partnership with Historic Columbia, unveiled a new historical marker at Sims Park in the Shandon neighborhood. This installation is part of…
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Governor Henry McMaster Appointed to President Trump’s Homeland Security Advisory Council
April 23, 2025
President Donald Trump has announced the formation of a new Homeland Security Advisory Council (HSAC), appointing South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster as one of its key members. The newly formed…
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Laurens County Administrator Thomas Higgs Announces Resignation, Accepts New Role in Colleton County
April 22, 2025
Laurens County Administrator Thomas Higgs has announced his resignation, sharing that he has accepted the position of County Administrator for Colleton County. Higgs, who has served as Laurens County Administrator…
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Richland County hosting public forums to discuss comprehensive plan
April 22, 2025
Reimagine Richland set to guide future development where we live Richland County is moving into the second phase of “Reimagine Richland,” the 10-year update of the County’s Comprehensive Plan. When…
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Richland County honoring Community Development Week with special events
April 22, 2025
For National Community Development Week (April 21-25), Richland County’s Community Development Division has organized a diverse lineup of events to showcase how federally funded programs make a positive difference in the…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis welcomes Tony Bryant as new IT Division Director
April 22, 2025
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis welcomes Tony Bryant as the agency’s new Information Technology Director. “Tony has an impressive background in managing complex IT initiatives across state government and in…
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Earth Day Climate Action Fair at Boyd Plaza – April 26
April 21, 2025The City of Columbia will host a Climate Action Fair on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Boyd Plaza, located at the Columbia Museum of…
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City of Columbia to host Annual Career Fair April 22
April 21, 2025The City of Columbia will hold its 4th Annual Career Fair on Tuesday, April 22, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, 1101 Lincoln Street.…
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SCETV to livestream and broadcast the South Carolina Senate hearing on the question of causes for removal of the South Carolina State Treasurer
April 18, 2025
South Carolina ETV (SCETV) will livestream and broadcast a South Carolina Senate hearing on April 21 at 12 p.m. The hearing will focus on the question of causes for removal…
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Richland County and Transitions Homeless Center to host press conference highlighting major investments of federal funds to kick-off Community Development Week
April 18, 2025Richland County and Transitions Homeless Center to Host Press Conference Highlighting Major Investments of Federal Funds to Kick-Off Community Development Week On Monday, April 21 at 11:00 a.m., to celebrate…
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Charleston County uses innovative no-dig methods to fix aging stormwater pipes
April 17, 2025
New repair techniques help prevent sinkholes with minimal disruption to neighborhoods Charleston County Public Works is using innovative “trenchless” technologies to tackle aging stormwater drainage systems across the county. By…
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‘Your Health is Your Wealth’: City of Columbia brings focus to diabetes and kidney wellness
April 17, 2025
Who: District II Councilman Edward McDowell, Jr., Columbia Black Expo Director Darrin Thomas and Dr. Bambi Gaddist, Structural Health Dynamic, LLC and Public Health Consultant What: The City of Columbia recognizes that…
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The Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement is partnering with the G.R.I.T. Project to host GRIT Connections Networking Event
April 17, 2025
WHO: City of Columbia Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement and G.R.I.T. Project WHAT: The G.R.I.T. Project Networking Mixer is designed to bring together mental health professionals, educators, and coaches in…
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City Council Highlights | Tuesday, April 15, 2025
April 17, 2025
Before this evening’s City Council Meeting on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, City Council held its first Budget Workshop of the year. Topics included a comprehensive budget overview, updates on special…
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City Council Highlights | Tuesday, April 15, 2025
April 17, 2025
Before this evening’s City Council Meeting on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, City Council held its first Budget Workshop of the year. Topics included a comprehensive budget overview, updates on special…
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Sullivan and Whitmier Sworn In at Laurens City Council Meeting
April 16, 2025
At the Laurens City Council meeting held Tuesday, April 15, 2025, Mayor Nathan Senn administered the oath of office to two council members. Alicia Sullivan was officially sworn in for…
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Public Safety and Prevention Lead Discussions at Laurens County Council Meeting
April 16, 2025
During the Laurens County Council meeting held Monday, April 14, 2025, several important matters were raised during the address to council segment, reflecting ongoing efforts to improve public safety, public…
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City of Columbia’s offices to close in observance of Good Friday
April 16, 2025
In observance of Good Friday, the City of Columbia’s buildings and offices will be closed on Friday, April 18, 2025. All solid waste and recycling routes will remain on a…
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County Government offices closing for Good Friday on April 18
April 16, 2025
Richland County Government facilities will close for business Friday, April 18 in observance of Good Friday. County Government offices will reopen for normal business on Monday, April 21. All County…
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Berkeley County relocating Magistrate’s Office in Goose Creek
April 16, 2025
Current facility Closing April 21; Services to Resume at New Location May 5 The Berkeley County Magistrate’s Office in Goose Creek is relocating and soon closing its current facility at…
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City of Charleston to host open house on Lowcountry Lowline Project
April 15, 2025
Public invited to preview designs for transformational bike and pedestrian path The City of Charleston will host a public open house on Thursday, April 24 to share updates and gather…
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Dorchester County applies for federal grant to fund second phase of waterline improvements in Stratton Capers Neighborhood
April 15, 2025
Project to Provide Improved Water Infrastructure and New Fire Hydrants Dorchester County, in partnership with the Berkeley-Charleston-Dorchester Council of Governments, is applying to the South Carolina Department of Commerce, Division…
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Charleston Farmers Market and West Ashley Farmers Market are back for the season
April 15, 2025
Charleston and West Ashley Farmers Markets Return for 2025 Season The Charleston and West Ashley Farmers Markets are officially back for the 2025 season. The downtown market at Marion Square…
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Airport Connector Road project receives key environmental approval, advances into right-of-way acquisition phase
April 15, 2025
Charleston County’s Airport Connector Road project has received a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) determination from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), a key environmental decision that officially concludes the…
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Author and Illustrator Vashti Harrison to speak at Baker’s Dozen event on April 18
April 15, 2025
USC’s College of Information and Communications has announced the Augusta Baker Lecture will take place on April 18 at 6:30 p.m. at Richland Library main. Vashti Harrison, New York Times…
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Berkeley County, Town of Moncks Corner jointly purchase Epson Oaks Property
April 15, 2025
To preserve and develop as a public park with historical emphasis Berkeley County and the Town of Moncks Corner are working together to secure, preserve and develop the Epson Oaks…
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City of Columbia and Eau Claire Baptist Church to announce details of “4 Block” Promise Initiative at upcoming press conference
April 14, 2025
The “4 Block” Promise Community Engagement Initiative focuses on increasing engagement and community outreach by involving faith-based partners. Through this initiative, the City of Columbia Office of Neighborhood Safety and…
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Design/Development Review Commission | Thursday, April 17, 2025
April 14, 2025
On Thursday, April 17, 2025, the Design/Development Review Commission meeting will be held at 4:00 p.m. at City Hall, 1737 Main Street, Columbia, SC 29201. Members of the public who…
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Reminder: South Carolina Tax Deadline Extended to May 1 – Not April 15
April 14, 2025
If you haven’t filed your 2024 South Carolina Individual Income Tax return yet, you’re not alone—and you’re not late either. Thanks to relief efforts following Hurricane Helene, the South Carolina…
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Columbia City Council meeting agenda Tuesday, Apirl 15, 2025
April 14, 2025
The Columbia City Council will conduct a Budget Workshop on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. at City Hall (Mayor’s Conference Room), 1737 Main Street, Second Floor, Columbia, SC…
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The Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement is partnering with Girl Get Up Society to host annual Mindful Steps Walk to raise mental health awareness
April 11, 2025
WHO: City of Columbia Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement and Girl Get Up Society WHAT: City of Columbia’s Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement in partnership with Girl Get Up Society,…
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Student Pop-Up Market Set for April 12 at Soda City
April 11, 2025
Mayor’s Collegiate Engagement Council partners with Soda City Market to support student entrepreneurs The Mayor’s Collegiate Engagement Council (CEC) is partnering with Soda City Market to host a Student Pop-Up…
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