Laurens County Council Meeting – April 26th Agenda
April 25, 2022
Laurens County Council will meet for a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, April 26th. The meeting location is the old historic courthouse on the square in Laurens and starts at…
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Global Eco Adventures receives boat outfitted for SCUBA work
April 22, 2022Boat donated by Bentley Pontoons, Yamaha Rightwaters, and the S.C. Boating and Fishing Alliance will aid in offshore smart reef development By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson announces State receives $86.5 million in tobacco settlement funds
April 20, 2022
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced today that the State secured $86,543,749.93 in its share of the annual tobacco Master Settlement Agreement (“MSA”) Payment. In 1998, the Attorney General’s…
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SBA approves Gov. Henry McMaster’s request for disaster assistance
April 20, 2022
Allendale, Bamberg, Barnwell, Colleton, Hampton, and Orangeburg Counties Included in Disaster Declaration Following Severe Storms and Tornadoes on April 5-6 Following Governor Henry McMaster’s April 15 request, the U.S. Small Business…
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Government charge cards require stringent oversight
April 20, 2022
By Richard Eckstrom, S.C. Comptroller Government procurement cards, known as p-cards, are intended to streamline routine purchases such as for office supplies and small dollar items. Functioning like credit cards…
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County Council to Review ARPA Grant Applications in Scheduled Meeting
April 18, 2022
Laurens County Council will meet on Tuesday, April 19th for the purpose of reviewing the ARPA application grants. As reported by the Buzz last week, the county will receive $13.1…
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Congressman Clyburn announces over $71 million for South Carolina transit projects
April 18, 2022
Today, Congressman James E. Clyburn announced that South Carolina will receive $71,283,892 from the United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) to support transit projects across the state. This investment will…
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‘Sweetgrass Baskets of Peace’ unveiled at Charleston International Airport Thursday
April 18, 2022
Charleston Mayor John Tecklenburg, Explore Charleston CEO and Charleston County Aviation Authority Chair Helen Hill, Bloomberg Philanthropies Women’s Economic Development Initiative leader Verna Eggleston, “Called to Forgive” author Rev. Anthony Thompson and…
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City of Charleston to host Job Fair April 20th at Charleston Gaillard Center
April 18, 2022
The City of Charleston is hosting a Job Fair on April 20, 2022 at the Gaillard Center, 95 Calhoun St., from 12 to 4 p.m. Over 20 booths will have…
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As weather warms, DHEC cautions citizens on potential dangers of algal blooms
April 18, 2022
As swimmers and boaters begin to enjoy the warmer weather on South Carolina’s lakes and rivers, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) cautions citizens to be aware…
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City Council Meeting
April 18, 2022On Tuesday, April 19, 2022, the City of Columbia will hold a City Council meeting at 4:00 p.m. at City Hall, 1737 Main St., Columbia, SC 29201. View the City…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Signs Convention of the States Bill into Law, Issues Signing Statement
April 17, 2022
On Thursday, Governor Henry McMaster signed into law H. 3205, Convention of the States, and issued a signing statement. “Efforts to rein in federal spending and reduce the national debt have repeatedly met…
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Personal and Commercial Property Reassessments – What You Need to Know
April 14, 2022
The owners of residential and commercial properties throughout Laurens County will be receiving reassessment notices in the mail soon. Changes in assessed values can affect how much landowners pay in…
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Advertisement of vacancies on various boards and commissions
April 14, 2022The City of Columbia is accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions. Accommodations Tax (A-Tax) Seeking to fill three (3) vacancies: Two (2) in the…
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The City of Cayce and the Cayce Police Department announces a new community partnership with Jim Hudson Automotive Group
April 13, 2022
The details of the ongoing partnership and the donation of E-Bikes and the use of E-technology (E- Speed Trailers, E-Cameras), by the Police Department will be held on April 14,…
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Gov. Henry McMaster signs Convention of the States bill into law, issues signing statement
April 13, 2022
Governor Henry McMaster today signed into law H. 3205, Convention of the States, and issued a signing statement. “Efforts to rein in federal spending and reduce the national debt have repeatedly met…
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South Carolina Humanities now accepting nominations for the Governor’s Awards in the Humanities
April 13, 2022
Open call for nominations now through May 14, 2022. South Carolina Humanities is accepting nominations for the Governor’s Awards in the Humanities and the Fresh Voices in the Humanities Awards through May 14, 2022. Established in…
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Director of Laurens County Emergency Management and Laurens County 911 Announces Retirement
April 12, 2022
County Administrator Thomas Higgs announced at Tuesday’s council meeting that Laurens County Emergency Management Director, Joey Avery would be retiring. Council voted to authorize the administrator to post, execute a…
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Laurens County Water and Sewer Commission awarded $2 million in EDA grant
April 12, 2022
U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina M. Raimondo announced Tuesday that the Department’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) is awarding a $2 million grant to the Laurens County Water and Sewer Commission,…
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SCDOI Director Ray Farmer to retire after 9 years of service
April 12, 2022
Governor Henry McMaster today announced the retirement of South Carolina Department of Insurance (SCDOI) Director Ray Farmer after nine years of service, effective April 15, 2022. “Under the leadership of…
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Mission Command spurring Ukrainian Success
April 12, 2022
Trust and freedom have been key variables in Ukraine’s success thus far By Bill Connor “In warfare, morale is to material as is the ratio of three to one.” –…
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Laurens County Council Meeting – April 12 Agenda
April 11, 2022
Laurens County Council will meet for a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, April 12th. The meeting location is the old historic courthouse on the square in Laurens and starts at…
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Community forum with law enforcement to be held May 3
April 11, 2022
A community forum for Pickens County residents and law enforcement officials will take place Tuesday, May 3, 5:30-7 p.m., at Tri-County Technical College’s Easley campus located at 1774 Powdersville Road.…
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CARTA, TriCounty Link announce new mobile ticketing option
April 11, 2022
The Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) and TriCounty Link (TCL) announced their partnership with Token Transit, a free mobile ticketing application that gives riders a new, cashless payment option…
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What to do if you can’t afford to pay your taxes, Individual Income Taxes due in one week
April 11, 2022
The Individual Income Tax due date is coming up Monday, April 18. If you have a tax bill and are worried you can’t pay, the South Carolina Department of Revenue…
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Call 811 Before You Start Digging
April 10, 2022
April is National Safe Digging Month. Attorney General Alan Wilson reminds everyone to call or login to www.SC811.com before you dig. It’s the law, and it’s not just for contractors…
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Leaders of the Lakelands: Eric Delgado Named City Administrator in Laurens
April 7, 2022
When Laurens Mayor Nathan Senn asked two-time Lander University graduate Eric Delgado to serve as the city’s next administrator, it wasn’t Delgado’s first time in an important leadership role. Upon…
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Berkeley Animal Center partnering with BCLS for donation drive April 11-15
April 7, 2022
Urgent Need for Dog, Cat Food The Berkeley Animal Center has teamed up with Berkeley County Library System to hold a donation drive this month to collect much-needed items for…
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City to host three open houses on the development code
April 4, 2022
The City of Greenville’s Development Code project team is hosting open houses for the five small area study areas: North Laurens Road, McAlister Square, Augusta-Mauldin-Pleasantburg, Greater Sullivan and Stone +…
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Berkeley County seeking public comment on housing & community development needs
April 4, 2022
Public Hearing on Wednesday, April 20 at 5 p.m. Berkeley County is working to address local housing and community development needs and is seeking the public’s feedback on its FY2022…
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Prosperity resident among first Peace Corps volunteers to return to service overseas
April 4, 2022
Prosperity resident Tyler Ulch is among the first Peace Corps volunteers to return to overseas service since the agency’s unprecedented global evacuation in March 2020. The Peace Corps suspended global…
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National Community Development Week
April 4, 2022Who: City Council members, the Community Development Department, City officials and community partners. What: The Community Development Department to hold National Community Development Week from April 11 through April 15. The week…
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More than 1 million file state tax returns electronically, filing deadline two weeks away
April 4, 2022
If you haven’t filed your Individual Income Tax return yet, you have two weeks before the April 18 deadline. More than 1.1 million South Carolina returns have already been filed…
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Grant from Richland County helps Irmo library go bird-friendly
March 31, 2022
A new project that balances wildlife preservation with art will make the area around Richland Library Ballentine safer for local and visiting birds. Thanks to grant funding from the Richland County…
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City of Charleston offers special event parking garage rate for Cooper River Bridge Run participants
March 31, 2022
The City of Charleston will offer a special event flat parking rate of $5 for Cooper River Bridge Run participants at three downtown parking garages beginning at 5 p.m., Friday,…
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EIA data show that by 2020, U.S. households had more efficient lighting, larger TVs, and more refrigerators
March 30, 2022
U.S. households have been changing the types and number of electricity consuming devices used in homes, according to the latest data released from the 2020 Residential Energy Consumption Survey (RECS). The latest…
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Dan Tripp seeking re-election to Greenville County Council
March 28, 2022
Greenville County Council Vice-Chairman Dan Tripp today filed for reelection to the Golden Strip County Council District 28 seat. Tripp was elected in 2018 to represent Greenville County Council District…
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Senator Tim Scott announces his second slate of 2022 House endorsements
March 28, 2022
Scott Endorses 12 Republicans Who Look to Help Flip the House Today, U.S. Senator Tim Scott announced his second round of congressional endorsements as he helps lead Republicans to retake…
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South Carolina Department of Veterans Affairs honors women
March 28, 2022Two Richland County Deputy Sheriffs among five named military Veterans of the Week By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Major Maria Yturria and Master Deputy Addy Perez, both U.S. Army veterans…
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Forensic Nurse Examiner Task Force releases SAFE designation to support sexual assault victims
March 28, 2022
The South Carolina Forensic Nurse Examiners Task Force, led by the South Carolina Victims Assistance Network (SCVAN), joined Attorney General Alan Wilson today to release the state’s new Sexual Assault…
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City of Columbia Bicyclist & Pedestrian Counts: volunteer to help make the City of Columbia a safer place to walk and ride!
March 28, 2022The City of Columbia is seeking volunteers to help conduct our routine Bicyclist & Pedestrian Counts throughout Columbia. By counting pedestrians and bicyclists, volunteers help to ensure that all of…
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City of Columbia Bicyclist & Pedestrian Counts report release
March 28, 2022The City of Columbia is proud to release a report detailing the analysis of data collected from the City’s periodic Bicyclist & Pedestrian Counts. These counts began in 2014 in…
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Councilman Joe Walker won’t seek re-election in 2022
March 24, 2022
Councilman Joe Walker III announced Thursday he will not seek re-election for his seat on Richland County Council later this year. Walker, who was elected to a four-year term in…
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Advertisement of vacancies on various boards and commissions
March 24, 2022The City of Columbia is accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions. Accommodations Tax (A-Tax) Seeking to fill three (3) vacancies: Two (2) in the…
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Application process open for Hospitality Tax Grant Funding Fiscal Year 2022/2023
March 24, 2022The City of Columbia is now accepting applications for Hospitality Tax Grant Funding for the 2022/2023 Fiscal Year (July 1, 2022– June 30, 2023). Applications are due on Friday, March…
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Hemingway Sewing Solutions establishing operations in Williamsburg County
March 24, 2022
$3.3 million investment creating 242 new jobs Hemingway Sewing Solutions, a subsidiary of Beverly Knits – one of the largest circular knitters in the United States – today announced plans to establish…
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City of Columbia celebrates one of the strongest allies against climate change on Saturday
March 24, 2022On Saturday, March 26, the City of Columbia will join cities, businesses and organizations across the globe in celebrating Earth Hour, one of the world’s largest public environmental action events.…
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SCDPPPS Receives Community Awareness Project Funding for 2022 National Crime Victims’ Rights Week
March 23, 2022
The South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services (SCDPPPS) has received funding from the National Association of VOCA Assistance Administrators (NAVAA) through a grant from the Office for…
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Shawn Colin named Assistant Town Manager – Community Development
March 21, 2022
Shawn Colin, an experienced community planner and a long-service employee with the Town of Hilton Head Island, has been named its Assistant Town Manager – Community Development. “Shawn is a…
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County reschedules zoning public hearing for April
March 20, 2022
Richland County Planning & Development reminds residents and property owners that a zoning public hearing set for Tuesday, March 22 has been rescheduled. Items from the March 22 agenda, which…
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