An organized front against natural disasters
January 7, 2019Floodwater Commission begins work mitigating impacts of catastrophic storms By W. Thomas Smith, Jr. COLUMBIA, S.C. – South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster and some 75-80 floodwater experts – scientists, engineers,…
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Inaugural Citizens Transit Academy to begin next week
January 3, 2019On Tuesday, Greenlink will welcome 20 participants to the Citizens Transit Academy, a free, four-week program designed to offer Greenville County residents a unique opportunity to learn about public transportation…
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Congressman Clyburn hires District Press Secretary
January 3, 2019Today, Majority Whip James E. Clyburn (SC-06) announced Rachel Stein is joining his staff as District Press Secretary. Stein will manage and coordinate media activities for the Congressman in South…
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Majority Whip Clyburn announces office staff
January 3, 2019U.S. House Majority Whip James E. Clyburn announced the Whip office staff for the 116th Congress. “This remarkable team of dedicated professionals reflects the diversity of the Democratic Caucus, and they…
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Coalition rolls out 100 Day Clean Energy Agenda for 2019
January 3, 2019
A coalition of solar industry groups, conservation organizations, and clean energy advocates announced the release of a 100 Day Clean Energy Agenda, calling on state lawmakers to pass a suite…
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Gov. Henry McMaster announces slate of boards and commissions appointments
December 28, 2018Governor Henry McMaster announced two appointments to the University of South Carolina (USC) Board of Trustees and one to the South Carolina Commission on Higher Education. The governor has chosen…
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Statement by U.S. Conference of Mayors President Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin on the First Step Act
December 22, 2018Below is a statement by United States Conference of Mayors President Columbia (SC) Mayor Steve Benjamin on President Trump signing the First Step Act: “America’s mayors are thankful for these long needed…
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Congaree National Park accessible to public during government shutdown
December 22, 2018
During the shutdown of the federal government due to the lapse of appropriations, national parks will remain as accessible as possible while still following all applicable laws and procedures. Park…
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Director Sara Goldsby to continue leading S.C. Department of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services
December 19, 2018
Governor Henry McMaster announced that Sara Goldsby will continue serving as the director of the South Carolina Department of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services (DAODAS). Governor McMaster appointed Director…
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Greater Cayce West Columbia Chamber of Commerce supports West Columbia’s Triangle City TIF
December 18, 2018The Greater Cayce West Columbia Chamber of Commerce supports the City of West Columbia’s Triangle City Tax Increment Financing District (the “Triangle City TIF”). The City of West Columbia created…
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County of Lexington: Changes coming to child support payment program
December 18, 2018
On behalf of the Lexington County Clerk of Court’s Office: The prepaid debit card program that is utilized by residents throughout Lexington County to receive child support payments will end on…
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Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dream Keeper Scholarship Awards Program
December 17, 2018Applications Due December 19, 2019 The City of Columbia is accepting nominations for the 2019 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dream Keeper Scholarship Awards through Wednesday, December 19, 2018. The Dream…
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Mayor Benjamin accepts national Sierra Club award at local chapter meeting
December 17, 2018
Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin accepted the national Sierra ClubDistinguished Achievement Award on Thursday, Dec. 13 at the John Bachman Group of the South Carolina Chapter of the Sierra Club’s holiday…
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Let’s recognize those who give of themselves to make a difference
December 17, 2018
By Richard Eckstrom, CPA, SC Comptroller Given how bad news tends to dominate headlines – and how misdeeds are far more likely to find their way onto the nightly…
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Director Josh Baker to continue leading S.C. Department of Health and Human Services
December 17, 2018Governor Henry McMaster today announced that Josh Baker will continue serving as the director of the South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (SCDHHS). Governor McMaster appointed Director Baker…
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City of Columbia issues first-ever green bonds
December 17, 2018
By Steve Benjamin Mayor Columbia, SC The City of Columbia is excited to share that it has issued its first-ever “green bond” to fund stormwater improvements and make an…
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Statement by Dominion Energy, SCANA Corporation on Public Service Commission of South Carolina vote on merger
December 15, 2018
On Friday, the Public Service Commission of South Carolina (SCPSC) voted to approve the merger between Dominion Energy, Inc. (NYSE: D) and SCANA Corporation (NYSE: SCG) with conditions to be outlined later…
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Gov. Henry McMaster appoints Upstate businessman Charles Dalton to the S.C. Commission on Higher Education
December 14, 2018
Governor Henry McMaster announced the appointment of Charles Dalton of Greenville to serve as a member of the Commission on Higher Education. Mr. Dalton, who recently retired as president and CEO of…
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DHEC names 2018-2019 champions of the environment
December 14, 2018
Eight schools won grants to support efforts to educate the next generation of environmental stewards, the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) announced today. “Champions of the Environment…
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Sober or Slammer! Holiday campaign begins
December 13, 2018
Chief Terrence Green would like to notify the Town of Lexington community that the Lexington Police Department, along with law enforcement agencies statewide, will be participating in the Sober or…
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Grants awarded to improve 21 South Carolina communities
December 13, 2018
S.C. Department of Commerce awards $7.6 million in Community Development Block Grant funds More than 20 communities across South Carolina are slated to benefit from public improvement projects supported by more…
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Columbia Empowerment Zone, Inc. held Veranda hard hat tour preview
December 13, 2018On Wednesday, December 12, 2018, the Columbia Empowerment Zone, Inc. held a hard hat tour to view the new senior apartment building for persons 55 and older, Veranda at North…
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Director Raymond G. Farmer to continue to lead S.C. Department of Insurance
December 12, 2018
Governor Henry McMaster today announced that Raymond G. Farmer will continue serving as director of the South Carolina Department of Insurance (SCDOI). First appointed as director by former Governor Nikki…
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South Carolinians will get a seat on the Peanuts Standard Board
December 12, 2018U.S. Senators Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) and Tim Scott’s (R-South Carolina) legislation – The South Carolina Peanut Parity Act – passed the Senate and the House of Representatives as a part of…
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Clyburn praises House pasage of his legislation to honor Frazier B. Baker
December 12, 2018U.S. House Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn released the following statement about his legislation the House passed: “I am very pleased the U.S. House of Representatives today passed H.R.…
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Director Duane Parrish to continue to lead S.C. Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
December 11, 2018
Governor Henry McMaster today announced that Duane Parrish will continue to serve as the director of the South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism (SCPRT). Director Parrish was appointed…
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South Carolina Department of Education releases list of Comprehensive Support and Improvement Schools
December 10, 2018The South Carolina Department of Education today released the first list of Comprehensive Support and Improvement (CSI) schools as required under the federal Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). Under the…
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Executive Director Marcia S. Adams to continue to lead S.C. Department of Administration
December 10, 2018
Governor Henry McMaster announced that Marcia S. Adams will continue serving as the Executive Director of the South Carolina Department of Administration. Following the Government Restructuring Act of 2014, former…
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Director Freddie B. Pough to continue to lead S.C. Department of Juvenile Justice
December 10, 2018Governor Henry McMaster today announced that Freddie B. Pough will continue serving as the director of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ). First named acting director in January…
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Columbia issues first-ever “Green Bonds” to fund stormwater improvements, invest in sustainability
December 7, 2018
The City’s $37.9 million bond issue is first in the nation for standalone stormwater upgrades certified by the Climate Bond Initiative The City of Columbia, South Carolina, is poised to…
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Graham, Scott announce key funding to increase South Carolina port system’s capacity and efficiency
December 6, 2018U.S. Senators Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) and Tim Scott (R-South Carolina) announced a $25 million Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation to…
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Secretary of Commerce Bobby Hitt to continue to lead S.C. Department of Commerce
December 6, 2018
Gov. Henry McMaster announced that Robert M. Hitt III will continue serving in his role as Secretary of Commerce at the South Carolina Department of Commerce. Secretary Hitt was appointed…
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Charleston County Public Library and government officials break ground on new Bees Ferry West Ashley Library
December 5, 2018Construction of the new Bees Ferry West Ashley Library is underway. Charleston County Public Library (CCPL) and Charleston County Government officials kicked off the construction of the new facility during a groundbreaking ceremony on…
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City of Columbia and local partners launch expansion of Sally Salamander walking tour
December 5, 2018
The City of Columbia Office of the Mayor, in partnership with Heathwood Hall Episcopal School and Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation, will launch an expanded version of the Sally Salamander walking tour…
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GCWC Chamber of Commerce Holiday Parade of Lights postponed
December 5, 2018The Greater Cayce – West Columbia Chamber of Commerce 2018 Holiday Parade of Lights originally scheduled for Saturday, December 8 has been postponed due to adverse weather conditions. The Holiday…
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West Columbia Riverwalk from Moffatt Street to the Gervais Street Bridge closed temporarily due to flooding
December 3, 2018
Portions of the West Columbia Riverwalk Park are closed until further notice due to flooding. The area from the Gervais Street Bridge to the Moffatt Street entrance are closed until…
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City Manager’s Spotlight – December 2018
December 3, 2018
By Teresa Wilson 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…
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MPA Strategies Legislative Counsel awarded ABLE-SC honor
December 3, 2018
MPA Strategies Legislative Counsel, Ed Schafer, has been presented with the Commendable Award, a high honor from Able South Carolina. ABLE-SC, a state-wide non-profit providing an array of independent living services to people with disabilities, selected…
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Gov. Henry McMaster announces the next Chairman of the Commission on Higher Education
December 1, 2018
Governor Henry McMaster announced former South Carolina state Senator Wes Hayes as the next Chairman of the Commission on Higher Education. “Wes Hayes has served the state of South Carolina…
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Graham statement on President George H.W. Bush
December 1, 2018
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham issued this statement on the passing of the 41st President of the United States, George H.W. Bush. “Today, my thoughts are with the Bush family who are…
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South Carolina Department of Education and Education Oversight Committee release new school report cards
November 30, 2018
The South Carolina Department of Education and Education Oversight Committee released school and district report cards as part of the state’s merged state and federal accountability system. The 2018 report…
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Clyburn elected Majority Whip
November 28, 2018
Congressman James E. Clyburn released the following statement after the House Democratic Caucus unanimously elected him by acclamation to be Majority Whip in the 116th Congress: “I thank all my House…
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Deadline extended for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dream Keeper Scholarship Awards Program
November 27, 2018
The City of Columbia is accepting nominations for the 2019 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dream Keeper Scholarship Awards through Wednesday, December 19, 2018. The Dream Keeper Scholarship Awards program recognizes…
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DHEC encourages testing for World AIDS Day 2018
November 27, 2018
The 30th anniversary of World AIDS Day will be observed this Saturday, Dec. 1, 2018 and the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control is encouraging South Carolinians to get…
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S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce Executive Director resigns
November 27, 2018
Governor Henry McMaster announced Cheryl Stanton’s resignation as Executive Director of the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW), effective December 7, 2018. Originally nominated to lead the agency by…
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BCDCOG receives National Innovation Award for Hop Park-and-Ride Shuttle
November 26, 2018
The Berkeley-Charleston-Dorchester Council of Governments (BCDCOG) has been nationally recognized for its work spearheading the Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) Hospitality on Peninsula (HOP) Shuttle. BCDCOG recently received the…
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The COMET to hold community listening sessions to improve transit system
November 26, 2018
The COMET is planning a series of public listening sessions throughout the Midlands to solicit input on future plans and recommendations for transit system improvement. Participants are asked to come…
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City of Columbia accepting applications for Community Promotions Grants
November 20, 2018
The City of Columbia is now accepting applications for Community Promotions Grants. This grant is generally for organizations that do not qualify for Hospitality nor Accommodations Tax funding and meet…
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Nominations being accepted for 2019 “Harold Koon Award for Excellence in Volunteer Service”
November 19, 2018
The city of Charleston Business and Neighborhood Services division is now accepting nominations for the 21st annual “Harold Koon Award for Excellence in Volunteer Service.” City residents are invited to nominate…
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City working to help motorists traveling on Woodruff Road
November 19, 2018With the holiday season quickly approaching, and so many popular shopping destinations located on Woodruff Road, the City of Greenville is again taking preventive measures to help manage traffic. Beginning…
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