City of Columbia is working to ensure a complete and accurate count of all its residents in the 2020 U.S. Census
April 22, 2019The City of Columbia is working to ensure a complete and accurate count of all its residents in the 2020 U.S. Census by appointing a team of community members, known…
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As many mistrust the national media, the value of local news shines through
April 22, 2019
By Richard Eckstrom, S.C. Comptroller In January, a “bombshell” report by an online news site alleged that President Trump had personally instructed his attorney to lie to congress – a serious…
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South Carolina’s Employment Situation March 2019
April 22, 2019
Number of South Carolinians Employed Continues Record Climb Unemployment Rate Remains At Historic Lows The number of individuals working moved substantially higher, by an estimated 6,826 people, establishing a new…
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City celebrates National Historic Preservation Month in May
April 18, 2019The month of May has been proclaimed National Historic Preservation Month in the City of Columbia. Since its inception by the National Trust for Historic Preservation during the 1970s, National…
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State Treasurer’s Office facilitates $30 million master lease for MUSC
April 18, 2019
Funding will support facility upgrades to improve energy efficiency throughout campus The State Treasurer’s Office recently worked with the Medical University of South Carolina to secure affordable financing through the…
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Advertisement of vacancies on various boards and commissions
April 16, 2019The City of Columbia is accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions. Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee Seeking three (3) Applicants from the Hospitality industry; one…
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City of Columbia and Two Men and a Truck start Movers for Moms Campaign to seek donations for displaced mothers
April 15, 2019The City of Columbia is conducting a donation drive with Two Men and a Truck for their Movers for Moms Campaign. Movers for Moms seek to recognize moms in crisis…
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Laurens County Republican Party held convention with record attendance – elects Brenda Stewart to lead group
April 15, 2019
The Laurens County Republican Party held their Convention at the Laurens Courthouse with record attendance on Saturday, April 13. At the convention, held every two years, the group of delegates…
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Congressman Clyburn announces nearly $4 million in AmeriCorps funding for South Carolina
April 11, 2019
Today, U.S. House Majority Whip James E. Clyburn announced that South Carolina has received $3,891,198 in AmeriCorps funding from the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS), the federal agency…
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SC Housing recognizes Fair Housing Month
April 11, 2019Today, April 11th, marks the 51st Anniversary of the Civil Rights Act of 1968 In observance of April as Fair Housing Month, the South Carolina State Housing Finance and Development Authority…
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Graham honors Senator Hollings
April 11, 2019U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham spoke on the Senate floor to honor Senator Ernest “Fritz” Hollings. Along with Senator Tim Scott, the South Carolina Senator authored a Senate Resolution (S.Res.155), which…
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Updated traffic-light system to improve emergency response along Highway 378 in Lexington County
April 11, 2019
Traffic signals along Highway 378, between the Town of Lexington and the City of West Columbia, will soon be updated to help improve emergency response times for patients requiring hospital…
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Gov. Henry McMaster names the next director of the S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce
April 10, 2019
Governor Henry McMaster nominated Mr. G. Daniel Ellzey to be the next director of the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce (SCDEW). The nomination comes after the South Carolina…
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Statewide SC Codes initiative officially launches
April 10, 2019
S.C. Department of Commerce Office of Innovation and Build Carolina partner on free coding program The S.C. Department of Commerce’s Office of Innovation, in collaboration with Build Carolina, officially launched…
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7 Things You May Not Know about Richland Library
April 8, 2019In an effort to address the value of libraries across the country, there’s a special celebration planned from Sunday, April 7 – Saturday, April 13. Richland Library is recognizing 2019…
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Advertisement of Vacancies on Various Boards and Commissions
April 8, 2019The City of Columbia is accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions. Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee Seeking three (3) Applicants from the Hospitality industry;…
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City recognizes National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week
April 8, 2019In 1991, the United States Congress designated the second full week of April as National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week. This week is designated to recognize and honor the Nation’s “first”…
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Clyburn mourns the passing of Ernest “Fritz” Hollings
April 7, 2019
Today U.S. House Majority Whip James E. Clyburn issued the following statement on the passing of his friend and former colleague Ernest “Fritz” Hollings: “America has lost a one of…
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Statement on the passing of Senator Hollings
April 6, 2019
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham made this statement on the passing of former U.S. Senator Ernest ‘Fritz’ Hollings. “By any measure Senator Hollings led one of the most incredible and…
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Lexington County meets SCDHEC annual waste reduction, recycling goals
April 6, 2019
Lexington County has been recognized by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control as being the only county in the state to meet both waste reduction and recycling…
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Council names new Acting Administrator
April 5, 2019
Richland County Council this week named an Assistant County Administrator as the Acting Administrator while a Council search committee continues to work to narrow the field of candidates to lead…
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City Manager’s Spotlight – April 2019
April 5, 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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County of Lexington recognized for meeting SCDHEC goals for waste reduction, recycling
April 5, 2019
Lexington County has been recognized by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control as being the only county in the state to meet both waste reduction and recycling…
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RCSD Investigator recognized for military service
April 5, 2019
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. (RCSD) Investigator Armando Yturria, a retired U.S. Army Special Forces sergeant major, was recognized by the national Quilts of Valor Foundation for his…
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RCSD to celebrate 200th episode of LIVE PD with a party at Plex
April 5, 2019
By W. Thomas Smith Jr. COLUMBIA, S.C. – The Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. (RCSD), iHeartMedia Columbia, Plex Hi-Wire Family Fun & Sports Center, and the A&E television network are partnering…
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City of Columbia celebrates Envision Columbia’s 2nd anniversary
April 4, 2019On Tuesday, April 2, 2019, the Mayor, City Council, the City Manager and the City of Columbia staff celebrated the 2nd anniversary of the Columbia City Council’s Vision Statement, which…
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Congressman Clyburn recognized as a National Park champion, receives 2019 National Park Heritage Award
April 3, 2019
U.S. House Majority Whip James E. Clyburn is the recipient of the 2019 National Park Heritage Award from the National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA). This award recognizes Congressman Clyburn’s leadership…
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Office of Business Opportunities Call for Presenters for 7th Annual Small Business Week
April 1, 2019The Office of Business Opportunities (OBO) issued a Call for Presenters for the 7th Annual Small Business Week Conference to be held at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center on Friday, May…
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Town of Lexington dedicates Pat Jeffcoat Serenity Park
April 1, 2019
On Wednesday, March 27, 2019 the Town of Lexington dedicated the Pat Jeffcoat Serenity Park, located within Virginia Hylton Park (111 Maiden Lane). Virginia Hylton Park is currently 6.5 acres and…
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Council Chair Livingston: Statement regarding the Interim Administrator
March 29, 2019
Richland County Council Chair Paul Livingston announced today that Interim County Administrator Ed Gomeau’s agreement with the County ends March 31. Council will vote to name a new Interim Administrator…
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Office of Business Opportunities call for presenters for 7th Annual Small Business Week
March 29, 2019The Office of Business Opportunities (OBO) issued a Call for Presenters for the 7th Annual Small Business Week Conference to be held at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center on Friday, May…
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Clyburn and Sanders introduce bill to expand community health centers
March 28, 2019House Majority Whip James E. Clyburn (D-S.C.) and Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) announced legislation Thursday to extend and expand funding for community health centers and the National Health Service Corps. If Congress…
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Registration open for City’s Summer Camps Program
March 27, 2019Registration for the Columbia Parks and Recreation Department’s Summer Camps Program, which includes weekly camps and a variety of specialty camps, is open for children ages 5 and up. Weekly…
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Gov. Henry McMaster announces next Director of the S.C. Department of Social Services
March 27, 2019
Governor Henry McMaster today nominated Michael Leach to be the next director of the South Carolina Department of Social Services (SCDSS). Leach, a trained mental health clinician, has over 10…
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DHEC partners with veterinarians to offer low-cost rabies vaccinations
March 25, 2019
Several South Carolina veterinarians are partnering with the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) this spring to help pet owners protect themselves, their families, communities and pets from…
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Mayor Benjamin and City of Columbia announce Columbia Youth Commission election
March 25, 2019Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin and the City of Columbia are relaunching the Columbia Youth Commission program and will hold an election for students in Richland and Lexington counties on May…
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West Columbia donates retired fire department air packs to Lexington School District Two’s Innovation Center
March 21, 2019West Columbia City Council recognized Lexington School District Two’s Innovation Center teacher David Crossland and students for their efforts in training future firefighters. The City has supported the innovative program…
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Joint Resolution on establishing process for the sale of Santee Cooper gets first reading
March 21, 2019
The South Carolina House gave first reading to a Joint Resolution to authorize the Public Service Authority Evaluation and Recommendation Committee to receive and approve offers to purchase state-owned utility…
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SCDOT names Justin Powell new Deputy Secretary for Finance & Administration
March 20, 2019
Secretary of Transportation Christy Hall has selected Justin Powell to assume the duties of Deputy Secretary for Finance & Administration for the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT). Powell has…
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County Council approves new direction for Penny Program
March 18, 2019
Richland County Council will receive new details Tuesday on its decision to transition management of the Transportation Penny Program from a private contractor to County staff. Changing the Transportation Program’s…
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Community partners join Richland County to help displaced residents
March 14, 2019
With $150,000 in funding from Richland County Government, several local community partners put forth plans to assist the more than 400 residents of Allen Benedict Court who had to vacate…
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South Carolina’s Employment Situation – January 2019
March 12, 2019
Job Growth Remains Stout Unemployment Rate Unchanged The number of individuals working across the state increased substantially, by an estimated 5,582 people, marking a new record of 2,260,509 for the…
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The Town of Chapin receives highest form of recognition in governmental accounting and financial reporting
March 11, 2019
The Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting has been awarded to the Town of Chapin by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA)…
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City of Columbia Public Space Public Life Survey
March 11, 2019The City of Columbia is seeking volunteers on March 28 and March 30 to help conduct our annual Public Space Public Life Survey throughout downtown Columbia. Tracking how we use our…
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Greenville City Fire Department launches Project Lifesaver
March 6, 2019
The Greenville City Fire Department (GCFD) has partnered with Bon Secours St. Francis Health System to launch Project Lifesaver, a program that provides public safety agencies and caregivers with equipment…
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City of Columbia public space public life survey
March 6, 2019The City of Columbia is seeking volunteers on March 28 and March 30 to help conduct our annual Public Space Public Life Survey throughout downtown Columbia. Tracking how we use our…
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Louis Waring, Jr. Senior Center now open in West Ashley
March 6, 2019
The official ribbon cutting and grand opening for the Louis Waring, Jr. Senior Center took place today featuring Charleston Mayor John J. Tecklenburg, members of Charleston City Council, President and…
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Official City of Charleston mobile app now available for download
March 6, 2019
Today, the city of Charleston officially launched its new mobile app, which gives citizens easy, mobile access to city services and information on smart phones and tablets. Through the app,…
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Advertisement of Vacancies on Various Boards and Commissions
March 4, 2019
The City of Columbia is accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions. Hospitality Tax Advisory Committee Seeking eleven (11) Applicants for Appointment/Re-Appointment. Six (6) must…
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City Manager’s Spotlight – March 2019
March 1, 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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