SJWD Water District earns national recognition for excellence in budget presentation
January 13, 2026
The Startex-Jackson-Wellford-Duncan (SJWD) Water District announced that it has received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for its Fiscal Year 2024 Budget. The GFOA’s…
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For every $1 spent, South Carolina’s “No Drama” program returns up to $66 in economic benefits
January 13, 2026
New Economic Impact Report Confirms Contraceptive Access is a High-Value Workforce and Fiscal Strategy, Generating Hundreds of Millions in Annual Net Benefit A new economic impact report authored by lead…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announces ABLE Age Adjustment Act
January 12, 2026
More South Carolinians are now eligible to open Palmetto ABLE Savings Accounts and save for their future Treasurer Loftis announces the federal ABLE Age Adjustment Act went into effect on…
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Pope Flynn adds new associate Benjamin Price in public finance and government law
January 11, 2026
Pope Flynn, a South Carolina-based law firm concentrating in public finance and governmental law, has added Benjamin Price as an associate in the firm’s public finance and governmental law practices.…
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ICARE CommUnity Hub connects residents with resources Jan. 8
January 8, 2026
The program will match residents with local service organizations. A new pilot program from the City of Greenville matches residents with local service organizations. The ICARE CommUnity Hub will host…
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Live taping: SC Lede & this week in SC with House Speaker Murrell Smith
January 5, 2026
Join South Carolina ETV and Public Radio for a special live taping of the “South Carolina Lede” and “This Week in South Carolina” with House Speaker Murrell Smith. Speaker Smith…
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More than $12m awarded to improve communities across SC
December 18, 2025
S.C. Department of Commerce distributes Community Development Block Grant funds to 27 recipients Communities throughout South Carolina are receiving community development grant funds totaling more than $12 million for public…
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It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year for an Open Conversation About Drugs and Alcohol
December 16, 2025
The holiday season brings celebrations, gatherings and long-awaited reunions, but it can also be a time when alcohol and other substances are more present in social settings. The South Carolina…
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Three City Council members sworn in
December 16, 2025
Two council members return, while one newcomer joins Two returning members and one newcomer were sworn in on the Greenville City Council at the Dec. 8 meeting. Incumbents Lillian Brock-Flemming…
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Audit shows city $8 million under budget
December 11, 2025
City of Greenville Saves $8 million Audit shows all city departments under budget Being responsible with taxpayers’ dollars pays dividends. A recent audit of the City of Greenville showed every…
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Community roundtables show strong support for modernizing South Carolina’s public deposits law
December 10, 2025
State and local elected officials gathered in North Augusta and Greenville this month to review the South Carolina Financial Freedom Act (H.3221 / S.60), a bipartisan proposal that would finally…
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Unity Park playground to close for repairs Dec. 8
December 4, 2025
Unity Park Playground to Close for 2-3 Weeks for Hurricane Repairs Unity Park’s playground will close Monday, Dec. 8, as crews replace synthetic turf. The turf system at the TD…
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South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond urges South Carolinians to give smart on Giving Tuesday
December 2, 2025
In anticipation of this year’s Giving Tuesday, Secretary of State Mark Hammond is urging South Carolinians to support nonprofits and practice wise charitable giving. “Each year, donors come together on…
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How the night before Thanksgiving became one of the heaviest drinking nights of the year
November 25, 2025The night before Thanksgiving has become known for heavy drinking, crowded gathering spots and increased risky behavior among young adults returning home for the holiday. National traffic safety data consistently…
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RIA awards construction grants to upgrade critical infrastructure
November 25, 2025
$23 million in grant funding awarded across South Carolina The S.C. Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) has approved grant assistance for 21 projects, totaling approximately $23 million, to address critical infrastructure…
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GSP President and CEO Dave Edwards awarded Order of the Palmetto
November 25, 2025
Dave Edwards, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Greenville-Spartanburg Airport District, has been awarded South Carolina’s highest civilian honor, the Order of the Palmetto. The Order of the Palmetto…
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SCMA honors Senator Shane Massey and Tommy Preston with 2025 Roger Milliken Defender of Manufacturing Award
November 19, 2025
The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) celebrated the contributions and achievements of Senator Shane Massey and Tommy Preston, Jr. and presented them with its highest honor, the 2025 Roger Milliken…
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South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announces Angels for 2025
November 19, 2025
South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced the Angels of 2025. Secretary Hammond honored this year’s ten Angel charities in a ceremony at the Edgar Brown Building on the…
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Mayor Knox White awarded the Order of the Palmetto
November 12, 2025
Celebrating three decades of transformative leadership, Gov. Henry McMaster awarded Mayor Knox White the Order of the Palmetto, South Carolina’s highest civilian honor. The recognition came during the dedication ceremony…
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Greer CPW earns three communications awards following Tropical Storm Helene
November 6, 2025
Greer Commission of Public Works (Greer CPW), a public not-for-profit utility, announced that they recently received three prestigious communication awards recognizing outstanding transparency and restoration efforts during Tropical Storm Helene.…
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SCDMV to move to new website address, email in 2026
November 4, 2025
The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles will change its website address in 2026, offering additional assurance to customers that they are dealing with the legitimate state website. On Jan.…
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Treasurer Curtis Loftis reports $1.7 billion in earnings from South Carolina investments
October 30, 2025
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced today that the State Treasurer’s Office investments generated $1.7 billion in earnings over the past year, delivering direct support for schools, roads, public safety, and…
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SCDNR’s oyster restoration program celebrates 25 years
October 29, 2025Director says program is one of the top oyster recycling and restoration efforts nationwide The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) hosted a “partnership meeting” earlier this month at…
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Public feedback drives design of wheelsports park
October 28, 2025
Project supporters favor “The Bend” concept Public Feedback Drives Design of Wheelsports Park “The Bend” concept receives positive feedback from project supporters. After two well-attended community input meetings and more…
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Transportation planning
October 28, 2025
Master Plan Provides Foundation for Council to Set Priorities As downtown Greenville continues to grow, City engineers are keeping pace by assessing infrastructure needs to keep motorists, cyclists and pedestrians…
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Greenville, Pickens counties take home 2025 Barrett Lawrimore Award for Cooperation to contain Table Rock Complex Fire
October 27, 2025
The South Carolina Association of Counties (SCAC) announced Greenville and Pickens counties have won the 2025 Barrett Lawrimore Memorial Regional Cooperation Award for their collaborative efforts in response to the…
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Spartanburg County demonstrates innovation, compassion with 2025 SCAC award-winning project
October 27, 2025
The South Carolina Association of Counties announced Spartanburg County has won this year’s J. Mitchell Graham Memorial Award for their project, “CERT as the First Responder.” Launched in 2024, Spartanburg…
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Long-haired Cows and Giant Rabbits
October 23, 2025
Greenville Zoo Breaks Ground on Farmyard Exhibit Welcoming Farm Animals from Across the Globe to Greenville The Greenville Zoo and the Greenville Zoo Foundation broke ground on The Phillips Family…
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Drug Take Back Day
October 21, 2025
Greer CPW and the Greer Police Department are again partnering for their annual Drug Take Back Day . This collaboration has been going strong since 2016, and together they’ve collected…
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Governor McMaster proclaims Lights on Afterschool Day in South Carolina
October 21, 2025
State joins national celebration recognizing afterschool programs that keep kids safe, inspire learning, and support working families Governor Henry McMaster has officially proclaimed October 23, 2025, as “Lights On Afterschool…
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Lowndes Hill sidewalks
October 21, 2025
Funds Approved for Sidewalks Fri, Oct 17, 2025 4:30 PM EDT The Lowndes Hill Sidewalk Project will add nearly one mile of new sidewalks through the Overbrook community. At its…
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Public invited to Downtown Design Guidelines feedback session
October 20, 2025
Drop-in Meeting Set for Tuesday, Oct. 28 Do you have an opinion about how downtown Greenville should grow? On Tuesday, Oct. 28 — as part of the City’s monthly Project…
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South Carolina among the US porch piracy hotspots, according to new study
October 14, 2025
Parcel theft has become a common cause of concern worldwide. Thieves steal online packages from doorsteps, especially around busy periods like Black Friday and the Holiday season. To discover trends…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis invites teachers to register for “Dear Mr. Treasurer” classroom activity
October 14, 2025
Attention 3rd, 4th and 5th grade teachers! South Carolina State Treasurer Curtis Loftis is inviting teachers across the Palmetto State to take part in a fun and educational activity designed…
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PalmettoPride announces 2026 Tree Grant recipients
October 7, 2025
Program Helps Restore South Carolina Tree Canopy One Year After Hurricane Helene PalmettoPride has awarded 1,503 trees to 18 organizations in 13 counties through its annual Tree Grant program, offered…
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Pope Flynn expands to Georgia, adds seasoned public finance attorney James Woodward
October 6, 2025
Pope Flynn, a law firm concentrating in public finance and governmental law, has expanded to Georgia, adding an office in Athens and broadening its Southeastern presence. The new office in…
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Greenville’s first inclusive playground opens in Cleveland Park
October 2, 2025
Brooks Playground Features Large Shaded Areas and Soft Turf City leaders joined Brooks Foster and her family for the opening of the inclusive playground. The 10,000-square-foot inclusive playground is 85…
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USDA announces $38.3 million in grant agreement to cover agricultural losses due to Hurricane Helene in South Carolina
September 30, 2025
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will provide more than $38.3 million in Congressionally mandated recovery assistance to South Carolina agricultural producers…
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FEMA provides more than $12 million to support disaster recovery across the Southeast
September 24, 2025
FEMA announced $12.7 million for multiple disaster recovery operations across the Southeast region. Here are some of the large FEMA grants obligated to states and communities: $3.4 million to the South…
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Offenders face financial and legal consequences
September 18, 2025
The City of Greenville has announced plans to take stronger steps to reduce parking gate damage in City-owned garages. Starting immediately, the City will pursue criminal charges against motorists who…
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South Carolina Chamber of Commerce announces 2025 legislative award winners
September 16, 2025
The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce (SC Chamber) announced the recipients of its annual Legislator of the Year awards for their work during the 2025 legislative session and their efforts to…
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SC Chamber to host Annual Workforce Development Symposium in partnership with SC Department of Employment and Workforce on September 17
September 16, 2025
Workforce recruitment, training, and retention of qualified employees are frequently identified as the top issues impacting South Carolina businesses. In partnership with the SC Department of Employment and Workforce, the Workforce…
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Lawrence Flynn, public finance attorney at Pope Flynn, named Best Lawyers® 2026 Municipal Law “Lawyer of the Year” in Columbia
September 13, 2025
Lawrence Flynn, a public finance and governmental law attorney and member of Pope Flynn, has received “Lawyer of the Year” from Best Lawyers® in Municipal Law for Columbia. The designation…
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Prisma Health launches Sickle Cell Lifespan Center to provide comprehensive, systemwide care across all ages
September 11, 2025
Continuity of expert care from childhood through adulthood improves quality of life and prevents gaps in therapy Prisma Health has launched the Sickle Cell Lifespan Center, a newly expanded, systemwide…
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State Agencies encourage nominations for S.C. Environmental Awareness Award
September 11, 2025
The South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) and fellow state agencies are seeking nominations for an award to recognize individuals who do extraordinary work advocating for our state’s natural…
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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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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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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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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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SC Ports receives final federal reimbursement for Harbor Deepening Project
August 18, 2025
The final federal reimbursement for the Charleston Harbor Deepening Project has been disbursed to the South Carolina Ports Authority, a total of $21.28 million allocated by Congress in the U.S.…
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