County adds meeting to collect input on proposed redistricting
January 19, 2022Councilmember Gretchen Barron, state Sen. John Scott will take part in District 7-focused event Richland County will hold an additional meeting to allow residents to provide feedback on proposed redistricting…
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The Richland County Recreation Commission (RCRC) and the Richland County Sheriff’s Department announce the Gang Awareness Hoop Fest
January 19, 2022
The Richland County Recreation Commission (RCRC) and the Richland County Sheriff’s Department announce the Gang Awareness Hoop Fest starting January 22 at 4 pm at Eastover Park. This free event,…
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Richland County attracts $359.6 million in investment, second-highest level ever
January 19, 2022
Richland County achieved its second-highest level of capital investment in 2021 — attracting $359.6 million for plans that included a new brewery, development of industrial parks, expansion efforts by BlueCross…
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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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Rewritten Land Development Code set to shape county’s future
January 17, 2022
Learn about new building standards through in-person meetings, interactive app Richland County residents have several upcoming opportunities to learn about possible zoning changes to their property, as the County moves…
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Let’s Talk Race and Justice: Richland Library celebrates Racial Justice Week
January 17, 2022
Learn and Engage Freely with Author Events, Discussions, and Recommended Readings Richland Library celebrates Racial Justice Week January 17-22 with a highlight of its community initiative, Let’s Talk Race. “Let’s…
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State agencies partner on COVID-19 Jingle Campaign
January 17, 2022
Jingle Submissions Must Be Entered by January 31 The deadline for submissions for the statewide jingle competition is fast approaching. In an effort to engage students and staff, the South…
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Design/Development Review Commission
January 17, 2022On Thursday, January 20, 2022, the Design/Development Review Commission meeting will be held at 4:00 p.m. respectfully at City Hall, 1737 Main St., Columbia, SC 29201. In the interest of…
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County Council recognizes Racial Justice Week to honor MLK Jr.
January 17, 2022
In conjunction with Martin Luther King Jr. Day, County Council has issued a resolution recognizing the week of Monday, Jan. 17 as Racial Justice Week in Richland County. Councilmembers Yvonne…
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34th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Virtual Celebration
January 17, 2022
Congressman James E. Clyburn to be Keynote Speaker The City of Columbia and the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Foundation has announced this year’s Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.…
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Lexington County Council elects new Chairman, Vice Chairwoman
January 17, 2022
Lexington County Council elected a new Chairman and Vice Chairwoman during their council meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 11. County Council members elected Scotty “Scott” R. Whetstone of Council District 1…
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State Guard volunteers help people during emergencies
January 17, 2022
By Richard Eckstrom, S.C. Comptroller One Saturday a month, hundreds of folks from across the state come together at sites in Charleston, Columbia and Greenville for a day of military-style…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson announces settlement with student loan servicer Navient
January 13, 2022
Settlement includes $1.7 billion in debt cancellation; South Carolina borrowers will receive over $20 million in relief. Attorney General Alan Wilson announced today that Navient, known as one of the…
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Fiber Industries expanding operations in Darlington County
January 13, 2022
More than $30 million investment to create over 50 new jobs Fiber Industries, a leading American textiles manufacturer, today announced plans to expand operations in Darlington County. The company’s more…
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Let’s Put South Carolina First
January 13, 2022
By John Boyanoski, Rosylin Weston and Chip Felkel The State of South Carolina has roughly $6 billion dollars in relatively unexpected money to spend in the next five years due…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson works to stop international scam calls
January 11, 2022
Attorney General Alan Wilson today urged the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to put in place measures that will help stem the tide of foreign-based illegal robocalls that attempt to scam…
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County welcomes residents’ input on proposed redistricting
January 11, 2022
Richland County is making proposed redistricting maps available to residents online and in person, in order to get feedback on the maps before the new districts are finalized. This redistricting…
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Solid Waste holding open interviews
January 11, 2022Staff Shortage Causing Delays on Yard Trash Collection The City of Columbia Solid Waste Division is experiencing delays in yard trash collection due to several factors including a high number…
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Planning Commission
January 10, 2022On Thursday, January 13, 2022, the Planning Commission meeting will be held at 4:00 p.m. respectfully at City Hall, 1737 Main St., Columbia, SC 29201. In the interest of public…
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City of Columbia to close the North end of Riverfront Park to perform vegetation clearing
January 10, 2022
Beginning Tuesday, January 11, the City of Columbia will close the North end of Riverfront Park (4122 River Drive) on weekdays until 4 pm to perform vegetation clearing from both sides…
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Gov. Henry McMaster announces Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Executive Budget, ARPA recommendations
January 10, 2022
Governor Henry McMaster today announced the FY 2022-2023 Executive Budget and provided his recommendations on how funds from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) should be invested by the General…
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City addresses citizen concerns about delayed yard trash collection
January 10, 2022The City of Columbia Solid Waste Division is experiencing delays in yard trash collection due to staffing vacancies and an unprecedented heavy leaf season. “It’s been a very challenging year,…
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DHEC updates COVID-19 school guidance
January 10, 2022
Supports CDC Recommendation for Moderna Boosters After 5 Months The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) on Sunday updated its COVID-19 guidance for K-12 schools booklet to reflect the…
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Gov. Henry McMaster names Robert Bolchoz as the next Chairman of DHEC Board
January 10, 2022
Governor Henry McMaster nominated Robert Bolchoz as the next chairman of the South Carolina Board of Health and Environmental Control following the retirement of current chairman Mark Elam. “Mr. Elam…
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South Carolina’s infant mortality rate decreases but remains above the national average
January 6, 2022
With infant mortality rates double for women of color, DHEC seeks cross-sector support for improving healthy births among minorities An annual report released today by the South Carolina Department of…
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Governor announces 2022 South Carolina Chef Ambassadors
January 5, 2022South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster, Commissioner of Agriculture Hugh Weathers and South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism Director Duane Parrish appointed three chefs to serve as South Carolina…
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County’s Black history, preservation efforts draw national, global attention
January 5, 2022
New task force aims to further market historically significant sites in area As excitement builds around the opening of the International African American Museum (IAAM) in Charleston, community preservationists closer…
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Richland County Council elects new leadership for New Year
January 5, 2022
During its first meeting of the year Tuesday, Richland County Council elected Councilman Overture Walker as chair and Councilwoman Jesica Mackey as vice chair for 2022. Both Walker and Mackey…
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DHEC supports CDC recommendation to use Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines over Janssen
December 20, 2021
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced Thursday it is advising citizens to receive the Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccine brands over the Johnson & Johnson (Janssen) brand,…
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County Council seeks public input on new district maps
December 20, 2021
This week, Richland County Council began the process of redrawing maps of the County’s 11 Council districts. This process, known as redistricting, involves redrawing districts in response to population changes…
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Sober or Slammer! campaign announcement
December 20, 2021
Chief Terrence Green would like the Town of Lexington community to know that the Lexington Police Department, along with law enforcement agencies statewide, will be participating in the Sober or…
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Mayor Benjamin appointed as teaching fellow by Harvard University
December 20, 2021
Mayor Steve Benjamin will conduct a course in health policy on the Boston, Massachusetts campus of Harvard University. The Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health has announced the appointment…
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Government Contracting in the Carolinas: South Carolina and North Carolina collaborate to Help Small Businesses Sell to the Government
December 16, 2021
The South Carolina Small Business Development Centers (SC SBDC) and North Carolina Small Business and Technology Development Center (SBTDC) are pleased to announce a collaboration to help small businesses sell…
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Gov. Henry McMaster suspends Marlboro County Sheriff Charles Lemon
December 15, 2021Immediately following the indictment of Marlboro County Sheriff Charles Lemon, Governor Henry McMaster issued Executive Order 2021-42, suspending Lemon from office and appointing former Bennettsville Chief of Police Larry McNeil to serve as interim…
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DHEC confirms first three cases of Omicron variant in South Carolina; Vaccines and masks continue to be best protection
December 15, 2021
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) confirmed the state’s first three reported cases of the Omicron variant of COVID-19. These cases were identified via whole genome…
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DHEC announces recipients of State Diesel Emissions Reductions Act grants to help improve air quality
December 15, 2021
Each year, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) receives funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that supports South Carolina’s State Diesel Emissions Reductions Act (DERA)…
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SCEMD sends Logistics Chief to Kentucky
December 15, 2021
Governor Henry McMaster has authorized the South Carolina Emergency Management Division to send its Chief of Operations Support and Logistics to Kentucky to assist with tornado response and recovery efforts. The…
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Bosch Rexroth Corporation expanding operations with new testing facility in Greenville County
December 15, 2021
$12.8 million investment creating 60 new jobs Bosch Rexroth Corporation, (Bosch Rexroth) a global leader in the field of drive and control technologies, today announced it will expand its existing…
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Cayce announces 2021 Officers of the Year
December 8, 2021
The Cayce Police Department announced the recipients of the 2021 Cayce Officer of the Year Awards. These prestigious awards recognize the outstanding achievements within the Cayce Police and Fire Departments.…
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Upstate lawmaker elected president of the S.C. Senate
December 8, 2021
By W. Thomas Smith Jr. South Carolina Senator Thomas C. Alexander (R–District 1–Oconee and Pickens Counties) was sworn-in as president of the S.C. Senate, Dec. 6, following a Senate-members election…
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Richland County Recreation Commission holds press event to announce updates and court dedications for the Richland County Tennis Center
December 8, 2021
The Richland County Recreation Commission (RCRC) will hold a press conference to provide a project update and special dedications for the Richland County Tennis Center on December 14, 2021, at 11:00 AM. The…
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Gov. Henry McMaster honors Gold Star families with a Tree for the Fallen
December 8, 2021
Governor Henry McMaster and First Lady Peggy McMaster were joined today by Gold Star families, S.C. Adjutant General Van McCarty, and representatives from the S.C. National Guard’s Survivor Outreach Services…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announces the ‘Happy HoliPAID’ campaign to return unclaimed funds
December 6, 2021
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis is excited to spread some holiday cheer in South Carolina by reuniting individuals with their missing money. Paying homage to popular Christmas carols, the State Treasurer’s…
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City of Columbia accepting nominations for the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dream Keeper Scholarship Awards
December 1, 2021
The City of Columbia is accepting nominations for the 2022 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dream Keeper Scholarship Awards. The Dream Keeper Scholarship Awards program recognizes exemplary displays of committed…
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S.C. a national leader on timely financial reporting
November 29, 2021
By Richard Eckstrom, S.C. Comptroller Each fall, my office releases the state’s financial report for the prior fiscal year. The Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, commonly called a CAFR, is a…
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Councilwoman Barron’s Town Hall to look at rezoning requests – Nov 23
November 17, 2021
Richland County Councilwoman Gretchen Barron will hold an in-person town hall meeting Tuesday, Nov. 23 to discuss map amendment requests for two properties in North Central Richland County. Barron, who…
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Mayor Benjamin attends official signing of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act at the White House today
November 15, 2021Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin has accepted an invitation to attend the signing of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, which will take place at the White House TODAY, November…
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City of West Columbia receives SC Municipal Association Safety Award for second straight year
November 15, 2021
The City of West Columbia was selected for the second year in a row as the South Carolina Municipal Insurance Trust Risk Management Award (over 150 full and part-time employees)…
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Senator High Leatherman passes away
November 12, 2021
On Friday November 12, South Carolina Senator High Leatherman passed away at the age of 90. The 31st District of South Carolina, which he represented, has Florence as its largest…
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County employees put stamp on environmental education
November 10, 2021
A leadership change for the board of the Environmental Education Association of South Carolina (EEASC) also marks a passing of the torch from one Richland County employee to another. EEASC…
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