State House Report: Top Three Things You Need to Know
June 1, 2015
By Ashley Hunter Criminal Domestic Violence Bill The House and Senate amended and approved S. 3, the Criminal Domestic Violence bill and sent the bill to Governor Haley last…
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Director Of Planning Going To Atlanta
May 28, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Mayor Joseph P. Riley, Jr. announced today that Tim Keane, the City’s Director of Planning, Preservation and Sustainability will be leaving Charleston to become the Commissioner of Planning…
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South Carolina’s Employment Situation April 2015
May 28, 2015
Employment Continues to Soar – Exceeds 2.1 Million People for the First Time The number of employed South Carolinians broke a major barrier for the first time in April exceeding…
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Senator Scott Statement on IRS Data Breach
May 27, 2015CHARLESTON, SC – U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC), a member of the Senate Finance Committee, released the statement below following the announcement that a data breach at the Internal Revenue…
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Scott Supports Passage of Fix to 40-Mile Choice Act Eligibility for American’s Veterans
May 27, 2015Senate Passage Follows Scott’s Ongoing Efforts to Pressure the Obama Administration to Increase Access to Care for Veterans CHARLESTON, SC – U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) issued the following statement…
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SC Treasurer’s Office names Director of Investment Management
May 26, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis Jr. has appointed West Summers to serve as Senior Assistant State Treasurer. Summers will oversee Investment Management, which invests more than $14…
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SC Treasurer’s Office names Director of Investment Management
May 26, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis Jr. has appointed West Summers to serve as Senior Assistant State Treasurer. Summers will oversee Investment Management, which invests more than $14…
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Tecklenburg Joins Mayors in Calling for DHEC Review of Seismic Testing
May 18, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – In the wake of last week’s formal request by Mayor Joe Riley of Charleston, Mayor Billy Keyserling of Beaufort, Mayor Tim Goodwin of Folly Beach and others…
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Mayor Riley to lead groundbreaking at ACBA’s new campus site
May 14, 2015CHARLESTON, SC – Charleston Mayor Joseph P. Riley, Jr. will lead a host of civic officials, clergy and community residents at a groundbreaking ceremony, 12:30 p.m., Thursday, May 7, to…
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Mayor of Charleston Announces Dedication for Gaillard Center
May 14, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Calling it the city’s “building for the future and future generations,” Mayor Joseph P. Riley, Jr. invites the public to attend a Dedication Ceremony on October 9, 2015…
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SBA Announces Top Winners of Business Competition for Innovations That Empower Women’s Lives
May 10, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The U.S. Small Business Administration today announced the winners of its InnovateHER Business Challenge at a National Small Business Week event, the “2015 InnovateHER Business Challenge Finals,” hosted…
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State House Report: Top Three Things You Need to Know
May 9, 2015
By Ashley Hunter Governor Signs SC State Bill; Senate GOP Proposes New Roads Plan and Senate Adopts Budget A Conference Committee of 3 House Members and 3 Senators…
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Horry/Georgetown Legislative Delegations Seeking Applicants for Agriculture Commission
May 6, 2015CONWAY, SC – The Legislative Delegation in the Fifteenth Judicial Circuit (Horry and Georgetown counties) hereby notifies the public of an expiring term on the Agriculture Commission of South Carolina. Individuals…
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2014 S.C. Environmental Awareness Award Call for Nominations
May 5, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The state of South Carolina is seeking nominations for an award to recognize individuals who are doing extraordinary work for the natural environment. Nominations will be accepted through…
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Justin Powell Named New Assistant County Administrator
May 2, 2015CONWAY, SC – Justin Powell, will become Horry County’s new Assistant County Administrator of Administration, replacing Anne Wright who resigned in March. Powell has been the Chief Financial Officer for…
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Graham, Scott Introduce Legislation to Rename Hollings Judicial Center in Charleston
April 30, 2015CHARLESTON, SC– South Carolina’s United States Senators Lindsey Graham and Tim Scott have introduced legislation to rename the Hollings Judicial Center in Charleston as the J. Waties Waring Judicial Center.…
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SC Treasurer’s Office Names Unclaimed Property Director
April 28, 2015South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis Jr. has appointed Dayle DeLong to serve as Senior Assistant State Treasurer. DeLong will oversee Palmetto Payback, South Carolina’s unclaimed property program. DeLong joins the…
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SC Treasurer’s Office Names Unclaimed Property Director
April 28, 2015
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis Jr. has appointed Dayle DeLong to serve as Senior Assistant State Treasurer. DeLong will oversee Palmetto Payback, South Carolina’s unclaimed property program. DeLong joins the…
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DHEC Board Appoints Catherine Heigel as Director
April 25, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The S.C. Board of Health and Environmental Control announced the appointment of Catherine Heigel as director of the Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC). “The selection…
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Seven Additional S.C. Counties Certified as Work Ready
April 22, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Seven counties were recognized today for achieving certification through the South Carolina Work Ready Communities (SCWRC) initiative. The counties are: Barnwell, Chesterfield, Darlington, Dillon, Lee, Lexington, and…
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South Carolina’s Employment Situation March 2015
April 21, 2015
Labor Force Continues To Rise, Employment Sets Another Record The number of South Carolinians working in March increased 5,838 and reached another historic high with an estimated 2,096,110 people. March…
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State House Report: Top Three Things You Need to Know
April 20, 2015
Road Funding and Dept. of Transportation Restructuring; State Bond Bill; and Body Cameras 1. Last week, the members of the House of Representatives spent extensive time debating 3579,…
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VA Announces New Grants to Help End Veteran Homelessness
April 16, 2015
Initiative Targets 45,000 Homeless and At-Risk Veterans and Families in High-Need Communities CHARLESTON, SC – Secretary of Veterans Affairs Robert A. McDonald announced March 31, the award of $2…
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City Of Charleston Completes Downtown Bicycle Survey
April 16, 2015
Public input exceeds expectations CHARLESTON, SC – The City of Charleston has completed its Downtown Bicycle Survey, which was the first comprehensive study of cycling patterns in Charleston. Created and managed by the…
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City Recognizes 15th Year Of Family Circle Cup In Charleston
April 16, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – The Family Circle Cup, the premiere women’s championship tennis tournament, just completed its 15th season in Charleston, South Carolina after moving here from Hilton Head, SC. Mayor…
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Senator Scott on Importance of Body Cameras
April 15, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) released the following statement as the South Carolina Legislature begins consideration of S.47, a bill to require body-worn cameras for law enforcement: “I…
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Speaker Lucas: House Passes Comprehensive Domestic Violence Legislation
April 15, 2015
Deters future crimes, promotes awareness, and transforms culture COLUMBIA, SC – House Speaker Jay Lucas (District 65-Darlington) released the following statement after the House passed H. 3433, the Domestic…
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S.C.’s Top Legal Group Backs Police Body Cam Bill
April 15, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Association for Justice (SCAJ), the leading voice for plaintiff’s attorneys in the Palmetto State, on Wednesday formally endorsed a bipartisan bill in the State…
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Committee Passes Graham-Authored Legislation on Iran Nuclear Agreement
April 15, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today praised the Senate Foreign Relations Committee for passing legislation he co-authored, S. 615, the Iran Nuclear Agreement Review Act (Corker-Menendez-Graham). The legislation, which…
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Tecklenburg Reports $266,766 From 669 Donors, With $210,963 Cash on Hand
April 13, 2015
Almost 70% of donors from the Charleston area, with an average donation of $399 CHARLESTON, SC – According to campaign finance reports on file with the SC Ethics Commission,…
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Gov. Haley Proclaims April 16 Healthcare Decisions Day
April 13, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – In observance of National Healthcare Decisions Day (NHDD), April 16, the SC Bar is leading a local initiative to increase awareness and understanding of advance care planning…
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U.S. Conference of Mayors President Kevin Johnson Responds To Police Officer Shooting Of Unarmed Man In North Charleston, SC
April 8, 2015
U.S. Conference of Mayors President Sacramento Mayor Kevin Johnson issued the following statement in response to the police officer shooting of Walter Scott in North Charleston (SC): “The nation’s mayors are…
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Senator Scott Statement On North Charleston
April 8, 2015NORTH CHARLESTON – U.S. Senator Tim Scott released the following statement this morning regarding the death of Walter Scott in North Charleston, South Carolina. “The horrific video that came to light…
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US Senator Scott among those to receive business leadership awards
April 8, 201512th annual Citadel Business School Hall of Fame event to be held April 9 CHARLESTON, SC – South Carolina’s junior senator, a decorated veteran and former president of The Citadel,…
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Department of Commerce honors 2015 Ambassadors for Economic Development
April 5, 2015State recognizes leaders as part of 2015 Industry Appreciation Week COLUMBIA, SC – As part of the annual Industry Appreciation Week, the South Carolina Department of Commerce on Thursday…
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Loftis to host Trump, Ashcroft, Fiorina at SFO conference
April 3, 2015CHARLESTON, SC – The State Financial Officers Foundation (SFOF) today announced that businessman and investor Donald Trump, and author Travis Brown, will deliver keynote addresses at its spring meeting on…
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Loftis to host Trump, Ashcroft, Fiorina at SFO conference
April 3, 2015CHARLESTON, SC – The State Financial Officers Foundation (SFOF) today announced that businessman and investor Donald Trump, and author Travis Brown, will deliver keynote addresses at its spring meeting on…
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Graham Statement on Iranian Nuclear Negotiations
April 2, 2015
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today made this statement on the Iranian nuclear negotiations. Graham is a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee. “I have…
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SCDOT Receives FHWA “Accelerated Innovation Deployment” Grant
April 1, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is one of six state Departments of Transportation to receive Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) grants to fund demonstration programs for innovative…
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Statement by Senators Lindsey Graham and John McCain on Iran Nuclear Negotiations
April 1, 2015
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senators Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) and John McCain (R-Arizona) today released the following statement on the Iran nuclear negotiations: “We appreciate the diligent efforts to find…
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Treasurer Curtis Loftis Returns $300,000 to State
March 31, 2015Treasurer Curtis Loftis’ belief in efficiency and saving taxpayers’ money has converged into a strategic partnership with Wells Fargo & Company. This partnership has helped the State Treasurer’s Office (STO)…
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Treasurer Curtis Loftis Returns $300,000 to State
March 31, 2015
Treasurer Curtis Loftis’ belief in efficiency and saving taxpayers’ money has converged into a strategic partnership with Wells Fargo & Company. This partnership has helped the State Treasurer’s Office (STO)…
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State Makes $75 Million Unemployment Trust Fund Loan Payment
March 30, 2015
Solvency on Track for Summer 2015 COLUMBIA, SC – The SC Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) today announced it made a $75 million early payment to the federal government towards…
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South Carolina’s Employment Situation February 2015
March 27, 2015
Employment Climb Continues; Unemployment Rate Holds Steady COLUMBIA, SC – The number of South Carolinians working continues to march upward, reaching another historic high in February. The estimated number of employed…
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Clyburn Statement On 5th Anniversary Of The Affordable Care Act
March 25, 2015
WASHINGTON – U.S. House Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn delivered the following statement today on the Capitol steps about the fifth anniversary of the Affordable Care Act: “Speaking…
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The State House Report – Top Three Things You Need to Know
March 23, 2015
By Ashley Hunter The Uber Bill; Addressing Road Funding and Income Tax Cuts; Internet Sales Tax Reform 1. The SC Transportation Companies Act (“the Uber Bill”), S.…
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Speaker Lucas: House Takes Dramatic Action to Save SC State
March 18, 2015
Paves way for University’s return to full potential COLUMBIA, SC – House Speaker Jay Lucas (District 65-Hartsville) issued the following statement after the House passed a joint resolution to address…
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Mayor Joe P. Riley receives prestigious Krause Center Leadership Award
March 16, 2015Citadel Class of 1964 graduate recognized for distinguished service, leadership and ethics CHARLESTON, SC – A mayor who has set unprecedented values, bridged cultural gaps and fostered significant urban…
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Graham and McCain on Reports Administration May Slow Down Afghanistan Withdrawal
March 16, 2015
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senators Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) and John McCain (R-Arizona) today released the following statement on media reports that the Obama Administration may slow down its withdrawal from…
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Gov. Nikki Haley, Republican Governors Oppose EPA’s Ozone Regulation Proposal
March 16, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley, along with 10 other Republican governors, sent a letter today to Gina McCarthy, President Barack Obama’s Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator, to express opposition…
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