Gov. Henry McMaster Sues Biden Administration’s OSHA
August 16, 2022
Governor Henry McMaster, along with the South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation (LLR), today announced a lawsuit and a motion for a preliminary injunction against the U.S. Department…
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Review SC tax credits related to education
August 15, 2022
So far this year, 17,831 state Individual Income Tax returns have been filed claiming $4.3 million in Teacher Classroom Expenses credits for the 2021 tax year. That’s just one of…
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Lexington County Animal Services to unveil new barn for large animal response
August 15, 2022
Lexington County Animal Services (LCAS) will host a ribbon-cutting event at 9 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 18, to unveil their new barn on their property at 321 Ball Park Road…
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Supporting financial stability for South Carolinians with disabilities
August 15, 2022
By State Treasurer Curtis Loftis Nearly 800,000 people in South Carolina live with a physical or mental disability. Many of them are able and willing to work, yet our state…
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Dorchester County hosts public meeting for Ladson Road Streetscape
August 15, 2022
Dorchester County will host a public meeting at the Dorchester County Council Chambers, located at 500 N. Main Street, Summerville, S.C. on Monday, August 22, from 6:00 – 8:00 PM.…
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Georgia-Pacific expanding operations in Clarendon County
August 11, 2022
Company investing approximately $40 million Georgia-Pacific, one of the world’s leading makers of tissue, pulp, packaging and building products, today announced plans to expand operations in Clarendon County. The company…
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S.C. senators and representatives oppose proposed shutdown of red snapper fishing
August 11, 2022
NOAA proposal would hurt southeast economy South Carolina’s senators and congressmen co-signed a letter along with colleagues from the southeast asking the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to suspend…
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South Carolina tax rebates are coming to eligible taxpayers who file returns by October 17
August 11, 2022
The South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) will issue close to one billion dollars in state tax rebates before the end of the year but only to those who have…
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City of West Columbia proposed redistricting map based on 2020 US Census Results
August 11, 2022
After receiving and reviewing data from the 2020 US Census, the City of West Columbia is reviewing district boundary changes to balance the number of residents between West Columbia Council…
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Clinton Fire Department Announces Third Annual Smoke Alarm Blitz
August 10, 2022
The City of Clinton Fire Department’s Third Annual Smoke Alarm Blitz is scheduled for October 15th. Department personnel, along with the Red Cross and state fire partners will respond to…
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$8.4 million EDA Good Jobs Challenge Grant awarded to Charleston Chamber Foundation, E3 Foundation and Roper St. Francis Healthcare
August 10, 2022
The Charleston Chamber Foundation, through the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce, along with Educate, Empower and Elevate Foundation (E3) and Roper St. Francis Healthcare have been selected to receive an…
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Berkeley County Council approves one-cent sales tax referendum for Nov. 8 ballot
August 10, 2022
For Roadway Resurfacing, Intersection Improvements, Greenbelt Preservation Projects & More At the Berkeley County Council meeting on Monday, August 8, 2022, Council passed third and final reading of an ordinance…
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Gregory Hauburger selected as superintendent of Congaree National Park
August 10, 2022
National Park Service (NPS) South Atlantic-Gulf acting Regional Director Lance Hatten today announced the selection of Gregory Hauburger as the new superintendent of Congaree National Park in Hopkins, South Carolina.…
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SC Works Trident to host hybrid Public Sector Career Fair
August 10, 2022
The Berkeley-Charleston-Dorchester Council of Governments and SC Works Trident will host a Public Sector Career Fair on Wednesday, Aug. 17 to provide public sector employers an opportunity to connect with…
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County officials graduate from Institute of Government
August 8, 2022
Two Richland County officials earned special certification related to their positions during the recent annual conference of the S.C. Association of Counties (SCAC). District 11 Councilwoman Chakisse Newton graduated from…
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Laurens County Council Meeting – August 9 Agenda
August 8, 2022
Laurens County Council will meet for a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, August 9. The meeting location is the old historic courthouse on the square in Laurens and starts at…
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How to Keep Your Tax Records Safe in an Emergency
August 8, 2022
It’s hurricane season again and last year marked the first time that two consecutive hurricane seasons used all 21 storm names, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Five of…
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Laurens County Public Works
August 5, 2022
The Laurens County Department of Public Works is a multi-function department that is considered the “hub” of various other county maintenance departments. Under the direction of the Public Works Director,…
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Laurens County Voter Registration & Elections
August 4, 2022Mission Statement As caretakers of the voting process in Laurens County, we firmly believe that “Every Vote Matters. Every Vote Counts”! We make every effort to insure that each eligible…
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County Council approves Capital Project Sales Tax Ordinance
August 3, 2022
If approved by voters in November, the 1% sales and use tax will generate $536 million to be used for road and infrastructure improvements across Lexington County The Lexington County…
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Chamber hosts opportunity to have conversations with elected officials
August 3, 2022
The Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce (MPCC) announces their 3rd Annual “Know Your Lawmaker” Reception powered by REV Federal Credit Union. This event will take place on Wednesday, August 10…
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Application period opens for Berkeley County State Accommodations Tax funding
August 3, 2022
The application period opened today, Monday, August 1, 2022 to apply for Berkeley County State Accommodations Tax funding. Individuals or businesses in Berkeley County meeting the criteria of the Accommodations…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson announces the formation of a nationwide Anti-Robocall Litigation Task Force
August 2, 2022
Attorneys General form a national bipartisan Task Force to combat robocalling Attorney General Alan Wilson today announced that South Carolina is joining a nationwide Anti-Robocall Litigation Task Force of 50…
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Shop Local During SC’s Sales Tax Holiday – August 5-7
August 2, 2022
South Carolina’s annual Sales Tax Holiday is scheduled for this coming weekend, August 5-7. During the annual Sales Tax Holiday, a variety of purchases are exempt from the state’s 6% Sales Tax and…
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State agencies encourage nominations for S.C. Environmental Awareness Award
August 2, 2022
South Carolina state agencies are seeking nominations for an award to recognize individuals who do extraordinary work advocating for our state’s natural environment. Nominations for the South Carolina Environmental Awareness…
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Community Celebrates Opening of the Veterans Affairs and Laurens County Voter Registration and Election Office
August 1, 2022
From the basement of the historic court house to Bolt Drive Complex. The Laurens County Voter Registration and Elections office and Veterans Affairs office is now fully up and running…
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2022-2023 Hunting and Fishing Rules and Regulation Guide
August 1, 2022
The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources has finalized the 2022-23 South Carolina Rules and Regulations. Copies of the Official State Regulation Guide are are being delivered to hunting and…
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Meet Clinton’s New Fire Chief
August 1, 2022
Many little boys grow up dreaming to be a firefighter. Chief Jeremy Marshall is living that dream. After serving as Interim Chief since November 2021, Marshall was promoted to Clinton…
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Annual ‘Operation Move Out’ initiative to begin July 29
July 28, 2022The city of Charleston’s annual “Operation Move Out” initiative will begin at 8 a.m. on Friday, July 29 and continue until 4 p.m. on Wednesday, August 3, excluding Sunday, July…
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Coastal Community Foundation launches annual Equity Speaker Series
July 28, 2022
Coastal Community Foundation today announced the launch of its annual Equity Speaker Series, which will kick off with an inaugural event featuring Barbara Whye, Vice President of Inclusion and Diversity…
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Fairfield County announces new Economic Development Director
July 27, 2022
Fairfield County Administrator, Malik Whitaker announced at the July 25 council meeting that M. Ann Broadwater is the County’s new Economic Development Director. Ms. Broadwater has 25+ years of economic…
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Gov. Henry McMaster makes major investment into S.C. workforce
July 26, 2022
Governor Invests $25 Million in Workforce Scholarships for the Future Governor Henry McMaster today announced an additional $25 million investment into Workforce Scholarships for the Future, a program that provides…
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Dorchester County Delinquent Tax sale
July 26, 2022
The Dorchester County Delinquent Tax Collector’s Office has started the process of having signs placed on properties for unpaid property taxes. This posting is required by state law for those…
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Greenwood County announces approval of mitigation plan
July 26, 2022
Greenwood County is better prepared for disasters with the recent approval of its local hazard mitigation plan – a long-term strategy to reduce the community’s vulnerability to natural disasters. This…
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Advertisement of vacancies on various boards and commissions
July 26, 2022The City of Columbia is accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions. Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) Seeking to fill seven (7) vacancies. The purpose…
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SCPRT awards nearly $1.2M in federal grants to 11 trail projects across the state
July 20, 2022
Two trail projects along the Saluda River selected for federal grant funding The South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism (SCPRT) is pleased to announce that 11 projects from…
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State agencies encourage nominations for S.C. Environmental Awareness Award
July 20, 2022South Carolina state agencies are seeking nominations for an award to recognize individuals who do extraordinary work advocating for our state’s natural environment. Nominations for the South Carolina Environmental Awareness Award…
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PEACE OFFICER PROMISE proclaimed in Times Square billboard ad
July 20, 2022
The Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. is the first of 200 agencies so far to make the pledge By W. Thomas Smith Jr. A rolling billboard message in Times Square, NY,…
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U.S. Space Force names Clemson University its newest strategic partner
July 18, 2022
The U.S. Space Force welcomed Clemson University as an official member of its University Partnership Program (UPP) at a Memorandum of Understanding signing event on July 18. The USSF — the sixth…
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Mayor Daniel Rickenmann selected to participate in sixth class of Bloomberg Harvard City Leadership Initiative
July 18, 2022
Intensive program provides 40 global mayors with world-class executive training to help deliverresults for cities and residents worldwide Mayor Daniel Rickenmann is one of 40 mayors selected to participate in…
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Laurens City Council Meeting Agenda – July 19
July 18, 2022
Laurens City Council will meet for a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, July 19. The meeting will be held in Laurens City Hall (126 East Public Square, Laurens) and will…
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SC Ports achieves record fiscal year
July 12, 2022
South Carolina Ports achieved a record fiscal year 2022 while maintaining fluidity for customers and the Southeast supply chain. “Through well-planned, targeted investment, South Carolina Ports has positioned itself as a…
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The 2022 South Carolina Air National Guard operations at CAE
July 12, 2022
U.S. Air Force Col. Michael Ferrario, 169th Operations Group commander with Mike Gula, Executive Director at Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) In May of this year, the South Carolina Air…
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The City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs announces South Arts’ 2021 Southern Prize and State Fellowships Exhibition
July 11, 2022
The city of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs presents South Arts’ 2021 Southern Prize and State Fellowships Exhibition, on view July 15 – August 28, 2022 at City Gallery. South Arts’…
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Gov. Henry McMaster issues Executive Order to remove toxic waste from USS Yorktown
July 11, 2022
Governor Henry McMaster today issued Executive Order 2022-20, which directs the South Carolina Office of Resilience to begin the process of removing hundreds of thousands of gallons of toxic pollutants…
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County Council Meeting – July 12 Agenda
July 11, 2022
Laurens County Council will meet for a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, July 12. The meeting location is the old historic courthouse on the square in Laurens and starts at…
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South Carolina Officials Announce Infestation of Asian Longhorned Ticks, Ask Public to Help Limit Spread of Tick-Borne Diseases
July 8, 2022
South Carolina public health and livestock officials have recently identified a large population of Asian longhorned ticks infesting a pasture at a cattle farm in York County. This invasive species of…
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DHEC announces first confirmed cases of monkeypox infection in South Carolina
July 8, 2022
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) has confirmed two cases of monkeypox infection in a person in the Midlands region and another person in the Lowcountry…
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South Carolina officials announce infestation of Asian longhorned ticks
July 8, 2022
Ask Public to Help Limit Spread of Tick-Borne Diseases South Carolina public health and livestock officials have recently identified a large population of Asian longhorned ticks infesting a pasture at a…
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Fountain Inn Fire Chief to Retire this Month
July 7, 2022
With over 26 years of service to the city, Chief Ronnie Myers has genuinely dedicated his career to the betterment of Fountain Inn. “As a city leader, I witness firsthand…
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