Richland County administrator issues statement on transportation program
December 15, 2019
On Friday, Richland County Administrator Leonardo Brown issued a prepared statement about the County’s Transportation Penny Program to ensure residents are aware the County is working with the South Carolina Department…
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Town of Seabrook Island honored with achievement award for dolphin education program
December 14, 2019Courtesy of the Municipal Association of SC The Town of Seabrook Island received a Municipal Achievement Award for its dolphin education program. The town won in the 1,001 – 5,000…
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Congressman Clyburn praises over $17 million in ReConnect investments for Huger and Orangeburg broadband
December 12, 2019
House Majority Whip James E. Clyburn praised the U.S. Department of Agriculture investment of over $17 million to provide high-speed internet to nearly 8,000 homes in the Berkeley and Orangeburg…
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Gov. Henry McMaster, CMS Administrator Verma announce launch of Healthy Connections Community Engagement Initiative
December 12, 2019
The public health initiative is composed of two waivers CMS approved Governor Henry McMaster was joined by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Administrator Seema Verma, S.C. Department of…
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Statewide SC Codes initiative expanding
December 12, 2019The S.C. Department of Commerce’s Office of Innovation, in collaboration with Build Carolina, announced the expansion of SC Codes, a statewide program designed to provide free access to coding education…
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Gov. Henry McMaster announces Rep. Bobby Cox as South Carolina’s first Secretary of Veterans’ Affairs
December 11, 2019
Governor Henry McMaster announced that Representative Bobby Cox will be South Carolina’s first Secretary of Veterans’ Affairs – a position created by H.3438, which created the South Carolina Department of…
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City’s Office of Business Opportunities and Midlands Technical College’s FastTrac growth venture course open enrollment
December 10, 2019The City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities (OBO) in partnership with Midlands Technical College will host the FastTrac Growth Venture Course from January 14, 2020 – March 17, 2020.…
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County realigning greenway program to address costs, get projects moving
December 10, 2019
Richland County Transportation will reorganize its greenway program to address the viability and cost of remaining projects. At the recommendation of the program’s former managers, Transportation staff and the Richland…
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Gov. Henry McMaster, House Speaker Jay Lucas, state leaders propose $3,000 raise for all S.C. teachers
December 10, 2019Boosts state into top 25 national ranking for teacher pay and above southeastern average In a continued effort to improve education outcomes in South Carolina, Governor Henry McMaster was joined today…
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Richland County realigning greenway program to address costs, get projects moving
December 10, 2019
Richland County Transportation will reorganize its greenway program to address the viability and cost of remaining projects. At the recommendation of the program’s former managers, Transportation staff and the Richland…
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Ways to support a local charity this season
December 9, 2019
The West Columbia Beautification Foundation has two ways to give back this holiday season. When shopping on Amazon, type smile.amazon.com, select the West Columbia Beautification Foundation, and .5% of all your…
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Grants awarded to improve 21 South Carolina communities
December 4, 2019
S.C. Department of Commerce awards $7 million in Community Development Block Grant funds . Twenty-one communities across South Carolina are slated to benefit from public improvement projects supported by more…
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Governor’s Mansion Christmas Open House scheduled for December 9
December 4, 2019
First Family welcomes South Carolinians for holiday celebration Governor Henry McMaster, First Lady Peggy McMaster, and the First Family invite South Carolinians and their families to join them for a…
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The City Manager’s Spotlight – December 2019
December 2, 2019
The City Manager’s Spotlight provides details about what is happening in the City of Columbia in an effort to keep citizens informed about City operations. The City Manager’s Spotlight on…
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Mayor Pro Tem Tameika Isaac Devine elected to the Board of Directors for the National League of Cites
November 26, 2019
At the 2019 National League of Cities City Summit, which was held last week in San Antonio, Texas, Mayor Pro Tem Tameika Isaac Devine was elected to serve a 2-year term on the Board…
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Miracle House of Hope Ministries held in contempt of court
November 25, 2019
Organization violated prior court order barring it from soliciting in South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced today that the South Carolina Administrative Law Court has held Miracle House…
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DHEC releases Annual Report outlining many communicable diseases that make South Carolinians ill
November 25, 2019
Today, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released its 2018 Annual Morbidity Report on Reportable Conditions, which provides data and details about many of the diseases that…
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Mayor unveils 2019 Babcock Center Christmas Ornament
November 25, 2019
Mayor Steve Benjamin and representatives from the Babcock Center unveiled this year’s “Official City Ornament” at a press conference on November 22nd. This year’s ornament depicts the historical Township Auditorium.…
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Gov. Henry McMaster designates chair of South Carolina First Steps Board of Trustees
November 21, 2019
South Carolina First Steps, the state’s early childhood agency and a statewide nonprofit organization, announced that Governor Henry McMaster has designated business leader David Morley as the new chair of…
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Statewide Adoption Day means a forever home for nearly 80 children
November 20, 2019
The SC Department of Social Services recognizes November as National Adoption Month and November 25th is proclaimed by Governor McMaster as Statewide Adoption Day in SC. Nearly eighty (80) children are scheduled to…
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State Treasurer’s Office Works to ‘Serve Those Who Serve’
November 20, 2019
By South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis Our nation’s military members know what it means to serve. They are selfless individuals who have committed themselves to safeguarding our country, its…
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One SC Fund awards more than $313,000 for Hurricane Relief and Disaster Preparation
November 19, 2019
Grants bring total to more than $4.8 million distributed to nonprofits since the fund’s inception The One SC Fund Committee awarded $313,344 in grants to 11 organizations across South Carolina…
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South Carolina’s Employment Situation – October 2019
November 19, 2019
Number of South Carolinians Working Continues Record Setting Pace Unemployment Rate Remains at All Time Low Employment and Workforce Executive Director Dan Ellzey’s Statement on October 2019 Employment…
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Residents can help ‘Stuff an Ambulance’ for EMS toy drive
November 18, 2019
Richland County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) again is responding to the call to help disadvantaged children during the holiday season and is seeking help from the community to “Stuff an…
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City kicks off annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Honor the Dream Food Drive
November 18, 2019
The City of Columbia, Richland School District One and the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Foundation have kicked off the annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Honor the Dream Food Drive…
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Majority Whip Clyburn statement on passage of export-import bank reauthorization
November 18, 2019
House Majority Whip James E. Clyburn Released The Following Statement Today On Passage Of Legislation To Reauthorize The Export-Import (Ex-Im) Bank For Ten Years, Increase Its Financing Capacity, And Reform…
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Municipal Run-off Election
November 18, 2019The Municipal Election Commission of the City of Columbia announces a run-off election for the City Council At-Large seat to be held on Tuesday, November 19, 2019 from 7:00 a.m.…
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Residents Can Help ‘Stuff an Ambulance’ for EMS Toy Drive
November 18, 2019
Richland County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) again is responding to the call to help disadvantaged children during the holiday season and is seeking help from the community to “Stuff an…
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SCDOT to host “Fall Cleanup” event across South Carolina
November 14, 2019
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) will be holding an agency-wide highway litter cleanup event on Monday, Nov. 18, 2019. SCDOT’s “Fall Cleanup” will include hundreds of employees, from…
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West Columbia welcomes new Mayor and City Council members
November 13, 2019The City of West Columbia City Council held a Special Council Meeting on Tuesday, November 12, 2019, at 6 PM, to administer the oaths of office to the newly-elected Mayor…
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Mayor Steve Benjamin elected as Vice President of the Global Parliament of Mayors
November 13, 2019
Following a successful stint as President of the United States Conference of Mayors, which concluded in July, Mayor Steve Benjamin has been elected as the Vice President of the Global…
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S.C. Office of the State Treasurer recognized for communications excellence
November 13, 2019
The S.C. Office of the State Treasurer was recently recognized for communications excellence at the International Association of Business Communicators S.C. Chapter 2019 Palmetto Awards ceremony. “I am proud of…
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Majority Whip Clyburn, Rep. Adams, Rep. Clay introduce legislation to reform Opportunity Zone program
November 13, 2019
House Majority Whip James E. Clyburn (SC-6), Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12), and Congressman Wm. Lacy Clay (MO-1) introduced H.R. 5042, the “Opportunity Zone Reform Act,” which aims to tighten rules…
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U.S. Census Bureau seeks to hire applicants
November 11, 2019Every ten years, the U.S. Census Bureau is responsible for conducting the nationwide census. Individuals interested in applying can go on the 2020Census.gov/jobs website to apply immediately. These jobs have flexible hours…
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Deadline nears to sign up for sewer service in Lower Richland
November 10, 2019
Residents interested in connecting to County utilities through the Southeast Richland Water and Sewer Project have until Dec. 16 to sign up for services and avoid fees to tap into…
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Deadline nears to sign up for sewer service in lower Richland
November 10, 2019
Residents interested in connecting to County utilities through the Southeast Richland Water and Sewer Project have until Dec. 16 to sign up for services and avoid fees to tap into…
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Gov. Henry McMaster and S.C. Department of Employment of Workforce Executive Director Dan Ellzey announce record cuts to unemployment insurance tax rates
November 10, 2019
2020 tax rates will be 34 percent lower than 2019, and the UI Trust Fund is now solvent. Governor Henry McMaster was joined by S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce…
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2018 South Carolina infant mortality report released
November 10, 2019
New data released today by the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) shows that South Carolina’s infant mortality rate increased to 7.2 deaths per 1,000 births. In 2017,…
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S.C. Department of Revenue issuing 400,000 rebate checks this week
November 8, 2019
Six months after lawmakers approved $50 tax rebates for eligible taxpayers and less than one month after the October 15 Individual Income Tax extension deadline, the final numbers are in…
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Gov. Henry McMaster, S.C. Floodwater Commission Chairman Tom Mullikin release final Commission report
November 8, 2019Governor Henry McMaster and South Carolina Floodwater Commission Chairman Tom Mullikin today released the Commission’s final report at its quarterly meeting in Horry County this morning. “Major hurricanes and major…
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Business, neighborhood leaders announce 10-Point Plan to Renew Five Points
November 8, 2019Columbia City Councilman Daniel Rickenmann Steve Cook, Owner, Saluda’s Restaurant and the President of the Five Points Association; and Rox Pollard, Director of Retail Services Team | Columbia, Colliers International…
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Record cuts to unemployment insurance tax rates
November 7, 2019
2020 tax rates will be 34 percent lower than 2019, and the UI Trust Fund is now solvent. Governor Henry McMaster was joined by S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce…
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Richland Counts! 2020 Census Seeks Workers in Richland County
November 7, 2019
The U.S. Census Bureau is recruiting for a variety of temporary jobs – right here in Richland County. As part of the Richland Counts! campaign efforts, provided is the following…
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City Kicks Off Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Honor the Dream Food Drive
November 6, 2019
The City of Columbia, Richland School District One and the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Foundation have kicked off the annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Honor the Dream Food Drive…
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RIA approves grants for enhancing water, sewer and stormwater infrastructure
November 6, 2019
More than $10 million in grant funding awarded The S.C. Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) has approved grant assistance for 24 projects, totaling more than $10.8 million. Recognizing that the investments…
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National Adoption Month focuses on older youth in foster care
November 4, 2019
Governor McMaster proclaims November 25th Statewide Adoption Day in SC As National Adoption Month begins, 140 children in the state’s foster care system are legally free for adoption and waiting for…
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Lexington County Veterans Day Parade- road closures & detours
November 4, 2019
Chief Terrence Green would like to notify the greater Town of Lexington community that there will be road closures and detours during the afternoon of Sunday, November 3, 2019, before…
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2020 series to celebrate County’s eventful year
November 4, 2019
Richland County is planning a series of Engage Richland events and activities to celebrate the year 2020, which also corresponds to the street address for the County Administration Building. The…
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USDA invests $1.4 billion in rural electric infrastructure improvements in 21 states
November 4, 2019
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing $1.4 billion in projects in 21 states to build and improve rural electric infrastructure.…
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City of Columbia Municipal Election Tuesday, November 5, 2019
November 1, 2019The Municipal Election Commission of the City of Columbia announces the general election for the City of Columbia to be held on Tuesday, November 5, 2019 from 7:00 a.m. until 7:00…
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