Gov. Nikki Haley announces evacuation of Charleston and Beaufort areas
October 5, 2016Traffic Lanes of I-26 Will Be Reversed As Hurricane Matthew threatens the southeastern United States, Governor Nikki Haley today ordered an evacuation of coastal areas in and around Charleston…
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City of Charleston prepares for Hurricane Matthew
October 4, 2016As of 6 p.m., The City of Charleston is operating at OPCON 4. The city’s Emergency Management Department is in close communication with Charleston County and other local agencies about…
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Charleston Harbor Deepening Project progresses with House Water Resources Development Act passage
September 28, 2016
CHARLESTON, SC – September 28, 2016 – Today’s passage of H.5303, the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2016 by the U.S. House of Representatives, moves the Charleston Harbor Deepening…
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Dates set for fall waste pesticide collections
September 26, 2016
The South Carolina Department of Agriculture (SCDA) is offering South Carolina residents the opportunity to safely dispose of outdated, unusable or unwanted pesticides. The pesticide and chemical program is open…
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Dates set for fall waste pesticide collections
September 26, 2016
The South Carolina Department of Agriculture (SCDA) is offering South Carolina residents the opportunity to safely dispose of outdated, unusable or unwanted pesticides. The pesticide and chemical program is open…
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SC Department of Agriculture awarded $3.5 million grant to implement Food Safety Modernization Act
September 23, 2016
The South Carolina Department of Agriculture was recently awarded a $3.5 million grant from the Food and Drug Administration to implement the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Produce Safety Rule…
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SC Department of Agriculture awarded $3.5 million grant to implement Food Safety Modernization Act
September 23, 2016
The South Carolina Department of Agriculture was recently awarded a $3.5 million grant from the Food and Drug Administration to implement the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Produce Safety Rule…
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SCDOT named top state DOT in national report
September 22, 2016
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has been rated as the top ranked overall state DOT in the nation by the Reason Foundation in Los Angeles. The Foundation released…
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SCDOT named top state DOT in national report
September 22, 2016
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has been rated as the top ranked overall state DOT in the nation by the Reason Foundation in Los Angeles. The Foundation released…
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Senators introduce legislation aimed at bolstering support for Israel
September 22, 2016
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina), Kelly Ayotte (R-New Hampshire), John McCain (R-Arizona), Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Mark Kirk (R-Illinois), Marco Rubio (R-Florida), and Roy Blunt (R-Missouri) today introduced legislation…
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Senators introduce legislation aimed at bolstering support for Israel
September 22, 2016
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina), Kelly Ayotte (R-New Hampshire), John McCain (R-Arizona), Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Mark Kirk (R-Illinois), Marco Rubio (R-Florida), and Roy Blunt (R-Missouri) today introduced legislation…
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$3M grant available to help defense contractors diversify
September 21, 2016
The S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) and Department of Commerce are making $3 million available to help defense contractors diversify their business and become less dependent on U.S.…
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$3M grant available to help defense contractors diversify
September 21, 2016
The S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) and Department of Commerce are making $3 million available to help defense contractors diversify their business and become less dependent on U.S.…
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Unemployment rate falls to 5.1%, fourth consecutive monthly drop
September 21, 2016
South Carolina’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate dropped for the fourth consecutive month to 5.1 percent in August from 5.2 percent in July. Unemployment fell by 3,856 people to 116,998. Employment…
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Unemployment rate falls to 5.1%, fourth consecutive monthly drop
September 21, 2016
South Carolina’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate dropped for the fourth consecutive month to 5.1 percent in August from 5.2 percent in July. Unemployment fell by 3,856 people to 116,998. Employment…
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Dorchester County hires Tiffany Norton as Public Information Officer
September 20, 2016
CHARLESTON, SC – On September 19, 2016, Tiffany Norton became Dorchester County’s first official Public Information Officer (PIO). In her new role as PIO, Ms. Norton will oversee the county’s social media…
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Local Mayors prepare for Homelessness Summit
September 19, 2016
The municipalities of the City of Charleston, North Charleston, Mount Pleasant and Summerville are hosting a homelessness summit entitled “House Charleston.” The event will be held in the auditorium of…
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Voterheads launches free email alert service nationally to over 1,400 cities and counties across the U.S.
September 19, 2016Voterheads announced today that citizens in all counties and cities across the country will be able to stay informed on local issues by registering online at www.Voterheads.com. “We are excited…
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Voterheads launches free email alert service nationally to over 1,400 cities and counties across the U.S.
September 19, 2016
Voterheads announced today that citizens in all counties and cities across the country will be able to stay informed on local issues by registering online at www.Voterheads.com. “We are excited…
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South Carolina Department of Agriculture announces Farm Aid grants
September 16, 2016
Farmers still recovering from last October’s devastating flood have some relief in sight. The South Carolina Department of Agriculture is mailing checks for the South Carolina Farm Aid grants on…
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South Carolina Department of Agriculture announces Farm Aid grants
September 16, 2016
Farmers still recovering from last October’s devastating flood have some relief in sight. The South Carolina Department of Agriculture is mailing checks for the South Carolina Farm Aid grants on…
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U.S. Senate WRDA passage moves Charleston Harbor deepening project closer to construction
September 15, 2016
The U.S. Senate passed the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2016, a significant milestone that moves the 52-foot Charleston Harbor Deepening Project to the U.S. House of Representatives for…
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U.S. Senate WRDA passage moves Charleston Harbor deepening project closer to construction
September 15, 2016
The U.S. Senate passed the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2016, a significant milestone that moves the 52-foot Charleston Harbor Deepening Project to the U.S. House of Representatives for…
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Treasurer Curtis Loftis elected to National Association of State Treasurers’ Executive Committee
September 15, 2016
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has been elected by his fellow state treasurers to serve on the Executive Committee of the National Association of State Treasurers (NAST) at its annual…
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Treasurer Curtis Loftis elected to National Association of State Treasurers’ Executive Committee
September 15, 2016
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has been elected by his fellow state treasurers to serve on the Executive Committee of the National Association of State Treasurers (NAST) at its annual…
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Clyburn floor statement on H.R. 295, to reauthorize the Historically Black Colleges And Universities Historic Preservation program
September 14, 2016
U.S. House Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn (SC) delivered the following statement during debate on H.R. 295, which passed the House unanimously by voice vote (as prepared for delivery):…
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Gov. Nikki Haley announces BabyNet transition to SCDHHS
September 14, 2016Governor Nikki Haley today announced the transition of BabyNet, currently managed by First Steps, to the Department of Health and Human Services (SCDHHS). A copy of the governor’s executive order,…
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Gov. Nikki Haley announces BabyNet transition to SCDHHS
September 14, 2016Governor Nikki Haley today announced the transition of BabyNet, currently managed by First Steps, to the Department of Health and Human Services (SCDHHS). A copy of the governor’s executive order,…
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Richland County Conservation Commission helps sponsor slave dwelling conference
September 12, 2016
The Richland County Conservation Commission and the Historic Columbia Foundation are co-sponsoring a national meeting that aims to save historically important slave dwellings. The third annual Slave Dwelling Project Conference…
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Richland County Conservation Commission helps sponsor slave dwelling conference
September 12, 2016
The Richland County Conservation Commission and the Historic Columbia Foundation are co-sponsoring a national meeting that aims to save historically important slave dwellings. The third annual Slave Dwelling Project Conference…
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Clyburn statement on availability of funds for new school in Denmark-Olar School District
September 12, 2016
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Office of Rural Development has announced approval of a direct loan through its community facilities program of $38 million for a new K-8 school,…
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Clyburn statement on availability of funds for new school in Denmark-Olar School District
September 12, 2016
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Office of Rural Development has announced approval of a direct loan through its community facilities program of $38 million for a new K-8 school,…
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SC Secretary of State releases first-annual Professional Solicitor Report
September 7, 2016
“It is important for donors to know where their charitable dollars are going,” says Hammond. Today Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced the publication of the Division of Public Charities…
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SC Secretary of State releases first-annual Professional Solicitor Report
September 7, 2016
“It is important for donors to know where their charitable dollars are going,” says Hammond. Today Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced the publication of the Division of Public Charities…
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Steve Bedard, President and CEO of the Gaillard speaks at Small Business Lunch at Halls
September 7, 2016
The King Street Marketing Group and Halls Chophouse are pleased to welcome Stephen A. Bedard, President and CEO of the Gaillard Management Corporation, as our guest speaker Thursday, September 8.…
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Mayor Tecklenburg meets with city leaders, residents, announces three step plan for Meeting Street BI-LO site
September 7, 2016
Mayor John Tecklenburg met with community and neighborhood leaders to collaborate on the city’s three-step plan for the BI-LO site on Meeting Street yesterday. First, in the short term, the…
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SCDOT prepares for high winds on movable & high bridges
September 2, 2016
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is preparing for increased winds from Hurricane Hermine to begin impacting the state at about mid-morning Friday. Moveable swing bridges in the coastal…
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SCDOT prepares for high winds on movable & high bridges
September 2, 2016
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is preparing for increased winds from Hurricane Hermine to begin impacting the state at about mid-morning Friday. Moveable swing bridges in the coastal…
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City update on sandbags, parking for tropical storm Hermine
September 1, 2016The City of Charleston has a limited number of free sandbags available to assist residents who anticipate localized flooding. The sandbags may be picked up from two locations: City of…
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City of Charleston prepares for Tropical Storm Hermine
August 31, 2016The City of Charleston has been making preparations over the last couple of days for the potential impact of severe weather caused by Tropical Storm Hermine. The city’s Emergency Management…
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Governor Nikki Haley proclaims September as Life Insurance Awareness Month
August 31, 2016
The National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA-SC) announced that Governor Nikki Haley has proclaimed September as Life Insurance Awareness Month. Life Insurance Awareness Month encourages all South Carolinians…
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Governor Nikki Haley proclaims September as Life Insurance Awareness Month
August 31, 2016
The National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA-SC) announced that Governor Nikki Haley has proclaimed September as Life Insurance Awareness Month. Life Insurance Awareness Month encourages all South Carolinians…
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Clyburn statement on SC DOT Commission approval of local projects
August 18, 2016
Congressman Jim Clyburn released the following statement on the South Carolina Department of Transportation Commission’s vote on repurposing federal funds for local highway projects: “I support the S.C. Department of…
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The City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs presents On & Off the Page at City Gallery
August 18, 2016
The City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs presents On & Off the Page at City Gallery, located at Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Waterfront Park, September 17 through October 30,…
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City Launches boards, committees and commissions online platform
August 17, 2016
With more than 40 boards and commissions, the city of Charleston has long encouraged independent citizen oversight and participation in local government—at least in theory. But with today’s debut of…
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City begins test of upgraded parking meters
August 15, 2016
CHARLESTON, SC – A 60 day trial of 50 upgraded parking meters that accept major credit cards begins today on Broad Street between King Street and East Bay Street. Customers…
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Honorees recognized for their support of the South Carolina Agriculture Industry
August 15, 2016
The South Carolina Advocates for Agriculture held its ninth annual Advocates of the Year Recognition Reception on August 4 to honor two individuals who have shown outstanding commitment to supporting…
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Gov. Nikki Haley announces Emily Farr as next LLR Director
August 8, 2016
Governor Nikki Haley announced Emily Farr as the next Director of the South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation (LLR). Farr is an attorney who specializes in employment law…
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South Carolina’s top legal group names a new president
August 8, 2016
The South Carolina Association for Justice (SCAJ) has named a new President. Lowcountry attorney Alex Cash of Rosen Hagood is taking over the leadership of the State’s largest association of plaintiff…
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Columbia lawyers take on key leadership roles for S.C. Association for Justice
August 8, 2016
Two Columbia Attorneys have been selected to serve in key leadership positions with the South Carolina Association for Justice (SCAJ), the State’s largest Association for plaintiff’s lawyers with over 1,300…
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