H.4375 passes the SC House of Representatives with a vote of 119 to 1
January 31, 2018The SC House of Representatives voted to pass bill H.4375, the Utility Ratepayer Protection Package. The purpose of the bill is to provide: for the manner in which and procedures…
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Business community responds to House passage of H.4375
January 31, 2018The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce issued the below statements following today’s House passage of H.4375 regarding the Utility Ratepayer Protection Package: “We appreciate the House’s efforts to address the…
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Statement from Dominion Energy on South Carolina House Bill 4375
January 31, 2018
We did not see the proposed changes to South Carolina House Bill 4375 prior to introduction today, and are in the process of reviewing them. While our review is continuing,…
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Gov. Henry McMaster reappoints SLED Chief Mark Keel
January 31, 2018Governor Henry McMaster announced his decision to reappoint South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) Chief Mark Keel. Having first been appointed to the position by Governor Nikki Haley in June…
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Gov. Henry McMaster reappoints SLED Chief Mark Keel
January 31, 2018Governor Henry McMaster announced his decision to reappoint South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) Chief Mark Keel. Having first been appointed to the position by Governor Nikki Haley in June…
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2018 State of the City Address – “The Smarter City”
January 31, 2018
Here is the full speech that Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin’s delivered at Columbia College in the Cottingham Threater. Good evening, members of City Council, City Manager, neighborhood & business…
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S.C. Treasurer Curtis Loftis sets new record in returning unclaimed property
January 31, 2018
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis and the Unclaimed Property Program returned nearly $33 million in 2017, bringing the total amount of money returned during his administration to $137 million, more than…
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S.C. Treasurer Curtis Loftis sets new record in returning unclaimed property
January 30, 2018State Treasurer Curtis Loftis and the Unclaimed Property Program returned nearly $33 million in 2017, bringing the total amount of money returned during his administration to $137 million, more than…
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Richland County receives Top Ratings from Moody’s, S&P
January 29, 2018
Two of the nation’s top credit rating bureaus reaffirmed Richland County’s ratings status, a nod to the County’s sound financial practices and policies. Moody’s Investor Services reaffirmed the County’s top Aaa…
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Town of Lexington announces economic development investment
January 29, 2018
The Town of Lexington announced the addition of two Multi-County Industrial Park located inside municipal limits, on Brickyard Road and Industrial Road, respectfully. The park will include Tidewater Boats and…
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Wilson voted chairperson of Advisory Council
January 29, 2018On Wednesday, January 24, 2018, City Manager Teresa Wilson was voted the chairperson of the Carolina Cluster Public-Sector Executive Advisory Council. Wilson was selected last year to participate on the…
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City of Columbia Mentor Protégé College Classes
January 29, 2018
The City of Columbia Office of Business Opportunities, in conjunction with the Minority Business Development Agency, will be conducting the City of Columbia Mentor Protégé College beginning February 6, 2018 through…
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Another reminder that officers deserve our gratitude
January 29, 2018
By Richard Eckstrom S.C. Comptroller January 9 was National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. The annual observance aims to remind us of the constant dangers facing our police, deputies and other public…
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Another reminder that officers deserve our gratitude
January 29, 2018
By Richard Eckstrom S.C. Comptroller January 9 was National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. The annual observance aims to remind us of the constant dangers facing our police, deputies and other public…
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Deadline approaching in South Carolina for SBA working capital loans due to freeze
January 26, 2018
The U.S. Small Business Administration is reminding small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, small businesses engaged in aquaculture and most private nonprofit organizations that Feb. 28 is the filing deadline…
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Columbia Parks & Recreation implements new staff development program
January 25, 2018The Columbia Parks and Recreation Department has implemented a new staff development program as it kicks off the new calendar year. The Parks Recreation staff is excited about Summer 2018…
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Challenger Learning Center adds drone building/flying class to Summer Adventure Camps
January 25, 2018
This summer at Richland One’s Challenger Learning Center, campers will learn how to build and fly their own drones. An Introduction to Drones camp was added to the Center’s fun…
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Amplify: A Cultural Plan for the Columbia Area – January 29
January 24, 2018
The City of Columbia Planning & Development Services Department invites the public to join us for the public announcement and launch of the start of a cultural planning process titled…
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State of the State Address 2018, Governor Henry McMaster
January 24, 2018
Mr. Speaker, Mr. President, Ladies and Gentlemen of the General Assembly, Constitutional Officers, and my fellow South Carolinians: I begin tonight by recognizing those South Carolinians in uniform no longer…
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Industry leaders make voices heard at annual Business Speaks event
January 24, 2018Governor McMaster, Senator Leatherman, Speaker Lucas Address Business Community The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce Monday held its annual Business Speaks at the State House event, presented by Dominion Energy. The event included a South…
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5 Lexington County correctional officers receive national certification
January 24, 2018Five Lexington County correctional officers have been designated as Certified Correctional Supervisors by the American Correctional Association and Commission on Correctional Certification. Correctional officers Lori Bailey and James Davenport, and…
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SC Secretary of State files injunction against Carolina Youth Club
January 24, 2018
South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced that his office has filed an enforcement action against the charitable organization Carolina Youth Club of America, Inc. The action, filed with…
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South Carolina’s Employment Situation – December 2017
January 23, 2018
S.C businesses add jobs; unemployment rate inches up South Carolina businesses continued to add jobs in December to a new record level with the Hospitality and Tourism and Construction sectors…
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BRIGHT+CO Marketing selected for the 2018 Greenville Chamber Minority Business Accelerator
January 22, 2018
BRIGHT+CO Marketing, a full-service marketing company, has been selected for the 2018 Greenville Chamber Minority Business Accelerator. BRIGHT+CO is a woman-owned marketing firm headquartered in Greenville, S.C. The company was…
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National Press Club briefing to feature S.C. Arts Commission program
January 22, 2018
The Art of Community: Rural S.C., an S.C. Arts Commission program, and one of its community representatives from Walterboro, S.C. are to receive prominent recognition at the National Press Club Tuesday,…
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Richland County hires new transportation director
January 19, 2018
Richland County recently hired a new transportation director to oversee the penny program and the contractor hired to carry out the $1.07 billion infrastructure improvement initiative. Dr. John Thompson –…
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Pro-Life Senators request Senate vote on Pain-Capable Child Protection Act
January 19, 2018U.S. Senators Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina), James Lankford (R-Oklahoma), Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), Steve Daines (R-Montana) and Roy Blunt (R-Missouri) have delivered a letter to Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell requesting…
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Former Lexington County Sheriff Lewis McCarty dies at 76
January 19, 2018
A. Lewis McCarty, whose law enforcement career in Lexington County spanned more than three decades, has died at the age of 76. “Sheriff McCarty had an incredible influence on…
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The City of Columbia is the 100th city to join the national What Works Cities initiative
January 17, 2018Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin announces the City of Columbia has been selected as the final city to participate in the What Works Cities initiative. What Works Cities Initiative, part of…
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County of Lexington to host ribbon cutting for Chapin Business & Technology Park at Brighton
January 17, 2018The County of Lexington Council and Economic Development Office will host a ribbon cutting ceremony for the Chapin Business & Technology Park at Brighton on Monday, Jan. 22, 2018, at…
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County of Lexington to host ribbon cutting for Chapin Business & Technology Park at Brighton
January 17, 2018
The County of Lexington Council and Economic Development Office will host a ribbon cutting ceremony for the Chapin Business & Technology Park at Brighton on Monday, Jan. 22, 2018, at…
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ReWa names Kevin James as Director of Water Resource Recovery
January 16, 2018
Renewable Water Resources (ReWa) Board of Commissioners and CEO, Graham W. Rich, have recently named Kevin James as the Director of Water Resource Recovery for the agency. James is a…
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DAODAS launches statewide outreach to combat opioid epidemic
January 12, 2018The South Carolina Department of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services (DAODAS) has launched a statewide public education campaign to address the opioid epidemic in South Carolina. The Just…
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In 2018, candidates should commit to civil, issue-based campaigns
January 12, 2018
By Richard Eckstrom S.C. Comptroller Tolerance for opposing views has been in decline in recent years, and markedly so in the 14 months since the 2016 presidential election. Today,…
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Gov. Henry McMaster directs SCDHHS to pursue work requirements for Medicaid recipients
January 12, 2018
Gov. Henry McMaster directed the South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (SCDHHS) to immediately seek federal waivers to establish work requirements for South Carolina’s Medicaid recipients. The Centers for…
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South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis named to leadership positions with nationwide entities
January 10, 2018
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis has taken on leadership roles with two advocacy organizations. Treasurer Loftis is the 2018 Southern Vice President of the National Association of State Treasurers (NAST) and…
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Smith raises more than $525,000 from more than 2,400 supporters in fourth quarter
January 10, 2018
The James Smith for South Carolina campaign today filed its fundraising report with the South Carolina Ethics Commission for the 4th quarter of 2017. The report shows the campaign raised…
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County of Lexington Council elects new Chairman and Vice Chairman of Council
January 10, 2018County of Lexington Council convened on Tuesday, Jan. 09, 2018, for a scheduled Council meeting and held and election for the new Chairman and Vice Chairman of Council. Photo: Chairman…
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New funding partner for potential arts businesses
January 10, 2018
Central Carolina Community Foundation to help develop Midlands arts-based businesses Joins statewide initiative begun by S.C. Arts Commission and CommunityWorks of Greenville Midlands artisans hoping to turn a passion into…
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Richland County Council re-elects chair and vice chair
January 10, 2018Richland County Council met for the first time this year to elect a chair and vice chair to serve in those roles through 2018. Photo: Vice Chair, Bill Malinowski and…
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County of Lexington Council elects new Chairman and Vice Chairman of Council
January 10, 2018County of Lexington Council convened on Tuesday, Jan. 09, 2018, for a scheduled Council meeting and held and election for the new Chairman and Vice Chairman of Council. Photo: Chairman…
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Residents encouraged to apply for positions on various boards, committees
January 9, 2018
Richland County residents can take active roles with local government by applying to serve on one of several boards, committees and commissions. “We value the input, consideration, recommendations and time…
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Columbia Housing Authority looking for Wall of Fame nominees
January 9, 2018The Columbia Housing Authority (CHA) is accepting applications for the 2018 Wall of Fame nominees until January 26. The Wall of Fame honors past residents who have made successful achievements…
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City of Columbia announces new Director for Office of Business Opportunities
January 9, 2018
The City of Columbia has selected Melissa L. Lindler as the new Director for the Office of Business Opportunities (OBO). Lindler comes to the City with more than 20 years…
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Columbia Housing Authority looking for Wall of Fame nominees
January 9, 2018
The Columbia Housing Authority (CHA) is accepting applications for the 2018 Wall of Fame nominees until January 26. The Wall of Fame honors past residents who have made successful achievements…
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Gov. Henry McMaster unveils Fiscal Year 2018-19 Executive Budget
January 8, 2018Proposes Income Tax Cut that, in Five Years, will Save Taxpayers $2.2 Billion COLUMBIA, S.C. – Governor Henry McMaster today announced the FY 2018-2019 Executive Budget – a balanced budget that prioritizes…
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2017 “Art Rish Employee of the Year” announcement
January 8, 2018. Chief Terrence Green announced that Corporal Cameron Mortenson was chosen by his peers as the recipient of the ”Art Rish Employee of the Year” award for 2017. Corporal…
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St. Matthews woman named December Employee of the Month
January 8, 2018
Vickilyn Smith, a supervisor in the Child Support Financial Services Receipts Unit, was selected as a December Employee of the Month. Her nomination states Smith’s “relationship with the stake holders…
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Gov. Henry McMaster announces eliminating state income taxes for retirees who served in uniform
January 5, 2018
$22 Million Annual Exemption For Veterans, Police Officers, Firefighters, and Peace Officers Governor Henry McMaster today announced a bold tax reform proposal, included in the 2018-19 Executive Budget, that…
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Gov. Henry McMaster authorizes S.C. National Guard to deploy resources for winter weather recovery
January 4, 2018
Governor Henry McMaster today gave formal authorization to the South Carolina National Guard to place guardsmen on active duty to assist in the recovery of areas affected by the ongoing…
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