ACRE selects entrepreneurs for funding and mentoring
May 29, 2018
Five South Carolina agribusiness entrepreneurs are one step closer to taking their businesses to the marketplace or expanding an existing start-up, thanks to a competitive application and pitch process offered…
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County of Lexington celebrates ribbon cutting of new Fleet Services building
May 29, 2018On Wednesday, May 23rd, members of the County of Lexington joined together to celebrate the ribbon cutting of the new Fleet Services building on Ball Park Road in Lexington. The…
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Guy Furay secures nomination for Congress as American Party candidate
May 28, 2018
Local business leader Guy Furay has locked-in the American Party’s nomination for Congress in the Fourth District. Furay founded The Insurance Source, an independent brokerage specializing in health, life, disability…
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Graham amendment to prohibit DOE from using funds to terminate MOX program
May 28, 2018
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) introduced and passed an amendment to the FY 2019 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) which prohibits the Department of Energy (DOE) from terminating the…
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S.C. Rural Infrastructure Authority approves grant assistance for 23 projects
May 24, 2018
More than $10 million in grant funding awarded In an effort to ensure all South Carolina communities are positioned for success, the S.C. Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) has approved grant…
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Scott, Graham secure critical port provisions in water resources legislation
May 23, 2018U.S. Senators Tim Scott (R-SC) and Lindsey Graham (R-SC) secured two important provisions supporting South Carolina’s ports as part of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee’s markup of the…
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City continues to commemorate National Historic Preservation Month events
May 21, 2018The 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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Team South Carolina Economic Development efforts result in over 100,000 announced jobs since 2011
May 21, 2018
Governor Henry McMaster and the South Carolina Department of Commerce announced that Keurig Green Mountain has committed to investing $350 million and creating 500 jobs at a new Spartanburg County…
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Three new members seated on the SCDOT Commission
May 16, 2018
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) Commission will have three new members seated in time for the next monthly meetings scheduled for May 16 and 17 in Columbia. These…
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Treasurer Curtis Loftis announces return of PalmettoBaby $529 College Savings Grants
May 15, 2018State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced that South Carolina’s Future Scholar 529 College Savings Plan would again celebrate National 529 College Savings Day (May 29) with its PalmettoBaby Grant Program. The annual program, which…
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Shop Road Widening Public Meeting – May 17
May 14, 2018WHO: Richland County Transportation Department staff WHAT: Meeting to gather public input about the road widening project WHEN: 5 p.m.-7 p.m. Thursday, May 17 WHERE: Olympia Learning Center, 621 Bluff Road,…
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Richland County staffs recycling drop-off site on Clemson Road
May 9, 2018
Richland County is staffing the recycling collection site on Clemson Road to help reduce illegal dumping and keep the location tidy. The collection site, located at 900 Clemson Road in…
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Mayor Tecklenburg Urges County Council to Move Forward with Pitchfork Plan for Johns Island
May 9, 2018
Today, Charleston Mayor John J. Tecklenburg sent a letter to Charleston County Council Chairman Vic Rawl urging County Council to move forward with plans to “fund, design, and construct both…
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It’s Municipal Clerk Week in South Carolina
May 7, 2018
It’s Municipal Clerks Week in South Carolina. The General Assembly deemed it so with resolutions recently passed by the House and Senate. Goose Creek Rep. Joe Daning (former city councilmember)…
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It’s Municipal Clerk Week in South Carolina
May 7, 2018
It’s Municipal Clerks Week in South Carolina. The General Assembly deemed it so with resolutions recently passed by the House and Senate. Goose Creek Rep. Joe Daning (former city councilmember)…
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DHEC accepting nominations for Community Star award program
May 7, 2018
The S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is accepting nominations for the COMMUNITY STAR award program now through Aug. 1, 2018. COMMUNITY STAR recognizes a business, community organization,…
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DHEC accepting nominations for Community Star award program
May 7, 2018
The S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is accepting nominations for the COMMUNITY STAR award program now through Aug. 1, 2018. COMMUNITY STAR recognizes a business, community organization,…
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Law enforcement veteran joins Lexington District One
May 7, 2018
Stephen J. “Shaun” Spivey joins Safety and Emergency Services Director Chris Ellisor in the Lexington County School District One’s Operations Department as Safety and Emergency Services Coordinator. A veteran law…
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“Build Your Own Rain Barrel Workshop” to be hosted by Lexington Countywide Stormwater Consortium – May 25
May 7, 2018
The Lexington Countywide Stormwater Consortium will host a “Build Your Own Rain Barrel” Workshop on Friday, May 25, 2018 from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. beginning with check-in at 8:45…
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Recycle the right way at Richland Recycles Day
May 4, 2018
Richland County’s huge, annual community recycling event is almost here. Richland Recycles Day is 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, May 12, at the S.C. State Fairgrounds. Residents can load up their vehicles with…
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County of Lexington mulch and compost specials for growing season
May 4, 2018Prepare your yard for spring and summer and support Lexington County’s recycling efforts by buying (1) colored, termite-treated mulch for only $2/bag or $45/ton, (2) uncolored, untreated mulch for $10/ton,…
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County of Lexington mulch and compost specials for growing season
May 4, 2018
Prepare your yard for spring and summer and support Lexington County’s recycling efforts by buying (1) colored, termite-treated mulch for only $2/bag or $45/ton, (2) uncolored, untreated mulch for $10/ton,…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes Midlands educator for financial literacy efforts
May 1, 2018From left, Brennan Elementary Principal Mark Shea, Assistant Principal Janet Kelley, State Treasurer Curtis Loftis, and School Counselor Diane Ryan. South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis recently recognized Diane…
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First Steps reauthorization a victory for kids
April 30, 2018
Governor McMaster formally signed the reauthorization of South Carolina First Steps, a victory for the children of the Palmetto State. The seven-year reauthorization of First Steps to School Readiness was…
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First Steps reauthorization a victory for kids
April 30, 2018
Governor McMaster formally signed the reauthorization of South Carolina First Steps, a victory for the children of the Palmetto State. The seven-year reauthorization of First Steps to School Readiness was…
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SCDOT unveils workers memorial in Columbia
April 30, 2018The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) on April 27, 2018, unveiled a memorial to honor the men and women who have given their lives in service to SCDOT and…
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SCDOT unveils workers memorial in Columbia
April 30, 2018The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) on April 27, 2018, unveiled a memorial to honor the men and women who have given their lives in service to SCDOT and…
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Columbia Art Center accepting submissions for Art Along the Trail
April 26, 2018The Columbia Art Center is accepting submissions for its 2018 Art Along the Trail showcase at Riverfront Park. The Columbia Art Center and park rangers with the Columbia Parks & Recreation Department have partnered to offer an interactive visual and performing arts experience scheduled for Saturday, October 13 from 10 a.m.…
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Mayor Benjamin to be inaugurated as President of the US Conference of Mayors – May 7
April 25, 2018
Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin will be inaugurated as President of the US Conference of Mayors at 6 p.m. on May 7 at the Columbia Convention Center. “I am honored and grateful to lead America’s…
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Statement from Gov. Henry McMaster on S.C. House voting to continue fight for ratepayers
April 25, 2018
Governor Henry McMaster released the following statement in response to the S.C. House of Representatives standing up for the people of South Carolina and voting to continue fighting until ratepayers…
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Statement from Gov. Henry McMaster on S.C. House voting to continue fight for ratepayers
April 25, 2018
Governor Henry McMaster released the following statement in response to the S.C. House of Representatives standing up for the people of South Carolina and voting to continue fighting until ratepayers…
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House votes to drop SCE&G nuclear premium rate to zero
April 25, 2018House Speaker Jay Lucas (District 65-Darlington) issued the following statement after the House voted to nonconcur with the Senate amendment to S. 954. “By allowing SCANA to continue to collect…
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House votes to drop SCE&G nuclear premium rate to zero
April 25, 2018
House Speaker Jay Lucas (District 65-Darlington) issued the following statement after the House voted to nonconcur with the Senate amendment to S. 954. “By allowing SCANA to continue to collect…
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Sen. Tim Scott’s IIOA & “Opportunity Zones”: Providing New Opportunity for Rural S.C.
April 25, 2018
U.S. Senator Tim Scott’s Investing in Opportunity Act (IIOA), an initiative Sen. Scott included in last year’s tax reform legislation (the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act), celebrated a big milestone…
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ACS Manufacturing, Inc. establishing operations in Abbeville County
April 24, 2018Company Creating More Than 150 New Jobs in Abbeville, S.C. ACS Manufacturing, Inc. announced plans to locate new manufacturing operations in Abbeville County. The company’s $6 million investment is projected…
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ACS Manufacturing, Inc. establishing operations in Abbeville County
April 24, 2018Company Creating More Than 150 New Jobs in Abbeville, S.C. ACS Manufacturing, Inc. announced plans to locate new manufacturing operations in Abbeville County. The company’s $6 million investment is projected…
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Office of Civil Rights manager named DSS March Employee of the Month
April 24, 2018
Stephanie Williams, Program Coordinator, Individual and Provider Rights, State Office, was recently named Employee of the Month, one of four selected for March. Ms. Williams manages the Office of Civil…
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LCSD major elected to state jail administrator board
April 23, 2018
The major over the Lexington County Detention Center has been elected to the South Carolina Jail Administrators Association’s board of directors. Maj. Kevin Jones will serve as the second…
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Gov. Henry McMaster issues Executive Order to combat flow of illegal contraband into prisons
April 23, 2018Executive Order 2018-16 Waives Procurement and Human Resource Regulations for Department of Corrections Governor Henry McMaster today issued Executive Order 2018-16, which suspends procurement and human resource regulations for the Department…
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Gov. Henry McMaster issues Executive Order to combat flow of illegal contraband into prisons
April 23, 2018Executive Order 2018-16 Waives Procurement and Human Resource Regulations for Department of Corrections Governor Henry McMaster today issued Executive Order 2018-16, which suspends procurement and human resource regulations for the Department…
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Advertisement of vacancies on various boards and commissions
April 23, 2018Advertisement of Vacancies on Various Boards and Commissions The City of Columbia is accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions. Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee Seeking…
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Tolar proposes transparency measures for county government
April 23, 2018Lexington County Councilman Ned Tolar wants taxpayers to know exactly how their tax dollars are being spent. Tolar, who represents the West Columbia area and portions of Lexington, is pushing…
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Enough is enough. It’s time to reform Richland County government
April 18, 2018
By Stan Smith Republican for Richland County Council Misspending. Mismanagement. Improperly awarded contracts. Allegations of corruption. The state Supreme Court’s ruling last month that Richland County was illegally spending…
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Candidate James Smith says state needs “smart government”
April 18, 2018Gubernatorial candidate James Smith (in photo with Rotarian Gloria Saeed) says South Carolina needs “smart government” to move forward responsibly and promises to deliver that if he’s elected. Smith, currently…
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Candidate James Smith says state needs “smart government”
April 18, 2018
Gubernatorial candidate James Smith (in photo with Rotarian Gloria Saeed) says South Carolina needs “smart government” to move forward responsibly and promises to deliver that if he’s elected. Smith, currently…
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City of Charleston announces grace period for metered parking enforcement updates
April 16, 2018
The city of Charleston has announced a week-long grace period, beginning Monday, April 16, regarding the extension of parking meter enforcement to 10 p.m. Written warnings, rather than tickets, will be…
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April kitten and puppy donation shower
April 16, 2018During the month of April, Columbia Animal Shelter is hosting a donation shower. Columbia Animal Shelter is happily accepting these donations year-round, however the shelter would like to…
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University professors to talk politics, contemporary issues at Presbyterian College – April 26
April 16, 2018
The Presbyterian College Department of Political Science will present the annual Samuel C. Waters Lecture Series in Political Science on April 26, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. The event will take place…
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Srikanth Pilla of Clemson University accepts Young Scientist award from Gov. Henry McMaster
April 11, 2018
Gov. Henry McMaster is honoring a Clemson University researcher who has quickly become a leader in the technology behind composite materials, part of a fast-growing industry that has brought South…
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Clyburn announces $213 million of additional funding for disaster mitigation in South Carolina
April 11, 2018As part of the supplemental disaster recovery funding following Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, and Maria, which was passed in February, Congress included additional disaster mitigation funds for South Carolina communities from 2015’s…
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