Efforts to reform county government gained traction in 2017
January 4, 2018
By Ned Tolar Lexington County Council With 2018 under way, I wanted to keep you informed about some County Council actions over the past year, as well as some…
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Municipal Association of SC has a new executive director
January 2, 2018
The new executive director of the Municipal Association of South Carolina is Wayne George, a former mayor, city council member and state legislator. The Association represents the state’s 271 cities and…
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Advertisement of vacancies on various boards and commissions
December 30, 2017The City of Columbia is accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions. Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee Seeking one (1) Applicant from the Hospitality industry; one…
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South Carolina’s Employment Situation – November 2017
December 22, 2017
S.C. business payrolls set record, unemployment rate edges up South Carolina businesses continued to set record job levels in November with manufacturing leading the way by adding 3,800 jobs over…
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Senior transportation program launches in West Columbia
December 21, 2017Leaders representing the City of West Columbia and Lexington County held a press conference this week to announce the launch of Senior Rides of Lexington, a 501-c project that will…
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City of Cayce Councilman and Mayor Pro Tem James “Skip” Jenkins appointed to serve on National League of Cities’ Public Safety and Crime Prevention Committee
December 21, 2017
City of Cayce Councilman and Mayor Pro Tem, James “Skip” Jenkins, has been appointed to the National League of Cities (NLC) 2018 Public Safety and Crime Prevention (PSCP) federal advocacy committee. This committee has the…
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Advertisement of vacancies on various boards and commissions
December 21, 2017
The City of Columbia is accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions. Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee Seeking one (1) Applicant from the Hospitality industry; one…
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City ordinance 2017-109 banning bump stocks, trigger cranks passes at Columbia City Council meeting
December 20, 2017
City ordinance 2017-109, which will ban the use of bump stocks and trigger cranks in the City of Columbia, passed at City Council on Dec. 19. “I believe in responsible…
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Richland renaissance will transform Richland County
December 20, 2017
Richland County is carrying out a bold, sweeping initiative to improve the livability of local communities, enhance the delivery of government services and position the Capital County to attract more…
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PG Aerospace locating its new facility in Pickens County
December 20, 2017PG Aerospace, a manufacturer of precision parts for the automotive and aerospace industries, is locating its new facility in Pickens County. Through this project, the company is bringing 22 new…
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Gov. Henry McMaster declares public health emergency for opioid epidemic
December 19, 2017Governor Issues Executive Orders Creating “Opioid Emergency Response Team” & Five-Day Limit on Initial Opioid Prescriptions for Acute and Post Surgical Usage Governor Henry McMaster was joined today by members…
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Restructuring of County finances laid foundation for Richland Renaissance
December 18, 2017
Richland County Administrator brings to his hometown the fiscal management expertise that helped transform Greenville County On Tuesday, Richland County officially will unveil the visionary Richland Renaissance project, a “no…
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Gov. Henry McMaster declares public health emergency for opioid epidemic
December 18, 2017Governor Issues Executive Orders Creating “Opioid Emergency Response Team” & Five-Day Limit on Initial Opioid Prescriptions for Acute and Post Surgical Usage Governor Henry McMaster was joined today by members…
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Gov. Henry McMaster declares public health emergency for opioid epidemic
December 18, 2017Governor Issues Executive Orders Creating “Opioid Emergency Response Team” & Five-Day Limit on Initial Opioid Prescriptions for Acute and Post Surgical Usage Governor Henry McMaster was joined today by members…
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West Columbia Beautification Foundation awarded the Green Non-Profit Award by Keep the Midlands Beautiful
December 17, 2017Keep the Midlands Beautiful hosted a Gala for a Greener Midlands on December 1st, 2017. During the evening festivities the Midlands Green Awards were presented. The Green Non-Profit Award was…
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Toys for Tots “Fill The MRAP” campaign a success
December 17, 2017The annual Toys for Tots “Fill The MRAP” campaign ended on Tuesday, December 12, 2017, after a series of donation events that took place at Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt, Kmart, Target,…
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“Sober or Slammer” campaign begins
December 17, 2017
Chief Terrence Green would like to remind the Town of Lexington community that the Lexington Police Department, along with law enforcement statewide, are participating in the “Sober or Slammer” campaign…
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West Ashley Revitalization Commission unanimously endorses implementation of master plan
December 17, 2017
At the West Ashley Revitalization Commission’s meeting last night, members unanimously endorsed the implementation of the West Ashley Master Plan submitted by Dover Kohl, the planning consultant hired by City…
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Richland Renaissance: This Project Works for Richland County
December 15, 2017
On Tuesday, Richland County will unveil details of a community and government services “master plan” called Richland Renaissance. The comprehensive initiative is designed to improve County services to residents, resolve…
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City’s Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dream Keeper Scholarship Awards nomination period extended
December 14, 2017The City of Columbia is accepting nominations for the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dream Keeper Scholarship Awards through Friday, January 5, 2018. The Dream Keeper Award recognizes exemplary displays…
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City of Charleston offers affordable housing through First Time Homeownership Initiative
December 13, 2017The city of Charleston department of Housing and Community Development recently constructed two homes, located at 1904 Doscher Avenue and 56 Nunan Street, that are now available for purchase through…
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Lexington County Sheriff’s Department earns seventh accreditation award
December 12, 2017
The Lexington County Sheriff’s Department has received its seventh Law Enforcement Accreditation Award from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies Inc., commonly known as CALEA. “A team of…
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Businesses eligible for $100 million potential tax saving
December 12, 2017
Businesses in South Carolina were eligible for more than $100 million in potential tax savings so far this year through the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) program, the S.C. Department…
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History Commission approves language for John C. Calhoun monument plaque
December 11, 2017
The Charleston Commission on History on Wednesday unanimously approved language for a plaque to be erected at the John C. Calhoun monument in Marion Square. The language will be considered by Charleston…
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City of Charleston Department of Traffic and Transportation releases new SmartCards for updated parking meters
December 11, 2017
The city of Charleston department of traffic and transportation is in the process of updating the peninsula’s 1,709 parking meters to accept credit cards in addition to coin and SmartCard…
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Grant funding available for historic preservation, conservation projects
December 11, 2017To help protect and preserve Richland County’s rich land and historic places, Richland County Conservation Commission is accepting applications for its Historic Preservation and Community Conservation grants. Nonprofit and neighborhood…
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Devine elected to National Board of Directors
December 11, 2017
City Councilwoman Tameika Isaac Devine was elected to the Women in Municipal Government Board of Directors earlier this month. Women in Municipal Government, formed in 1974, is a constituency group…
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BCDCOG Construction Analysis: Building Permit Numbers Down in Q3
December 11, 2017The Berkeley-Charleston-Dorchester Council of Governments’ has released Construction Quarterly, its third quarter analysis of construction trends in the region. Insights in this edition include: NEW CONSTRUCTION: The number of building…
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2018 slate of South Carolina Chef Ambassadors announced
December 10, 2017Left to right: Heidi Vukov (Myrtle Beach), Michelle Weaver (Charleston), Sarah McClure (Landrum) and Kiki Cyrus (Columbia) Credit: SCPRT/Photo by Perry Baker South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster named the…
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City Manager Teresa Wilson issues statement regarding status of former Senior Assistant City Manager
December 6, 2017A statement from City Manager Teresa Wilson is below: Former Senior Assistant City Manager Allison Baker submitted his retirement notice and immediate resignation to City Manager Teresa Wilson on Friday,…
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Kinetic Derby Day premiers first kinetic sculpture at Greater Cayce West Columbia Holiday Parade of Lights
December 6, 2017Since announcing the creation of a Kinetic Sculpture parade to be held on April 21, 2018, the City of West Columbia has been talking to civic groups and local businesses to…
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West Columbia City Council elects Councilman Temus C. “Tem” Miles, Jr. as Mayor Pro-Tem
December 6, 2017The City of West Columbia City Council elected Councilman Temus C. “Tem” Miles, Jr. as Mayor Pro-Tem at the December Regular Council Meeting on Tuesday, December 5, 2017. Mayor Bobby Horton…
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City of Charleston seeks participants for Holiday Parade of Boats
December 4, 2017
The city of Charleston, in partnership with the Charleston Sail and Power Squadron, will hold the 36th Annual Holiday Parade of Boats on Saturday, December 9, 2017 in Charleston Harbor. Applications to…
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Start saving receipts in January 2018 to claim new motor fuel income tax credit
December 4, 2017
A new income tax credit goes into effect in January 2018, and the South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) has released guidance to help taxpayers prepare. This tax credit is intended to…
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Town of Swansea receives Justice Assistance Grant
December 4, 2017
MPA Strategies announced that their client, the Town of Swansea was awarded a Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) from theDepartment of Justice and South Carolina Department of Public Safety. The funding from the Justice…
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Bosch Group growing Anderson County operations
December 1, 2017
Bosch Group, a leading global supplier of technology and services, is expanding its existing Anderson County operations. To accommodate its continued growth, the company is bringing $152 million of additional…
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South Carolina Interim State Human Resources Director named DSS November Employee of the Month
December 1, 2017
The South Carolina Department of Social Services (SC DSS) recently established a program to recognize staff members who perform their jobs exceptionally well, go above and beyond what is expected…
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City Manager Spotlight – December 2017
November 30, 2017
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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SCDOT SHEP now available through 511 App
November 30, 2017Contacting South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) roadside assistance crews has become a little easier, just in time for holiday travel. The SCDOT has added a new feature on its…
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Workforce board makes grants available to assist out-of-school youths
November 30, 2017
The State Workforce Development Board is making $400,000 available to assist out-of-school youths complete their education and hone their employability skills. Organizations can apply for up to $200,000 to be…
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Columbia community leaders demand Washington leaders maintain EPA and DOT clean car standards
November 29, 2017The Columbia community gathered to call on leaders in Washington to maintain the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and U.S. Department of Transportation’s clean car standards and protect the health of…
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Riley Institute announces Wilkins Leadership Awards
November 27, 2017
Furman University’s Riley Institute has announced that Rep. Weston Newton (R-Beaufort and Jasper Counties) and Maj. Gen. Charles F. Bolden Jr. (USMC-Ret.), former astronaut and head of NASA, are recipients…
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Lexington County Sheriff’s Department announces promotions and transfers
November 27, 2017Lexington County Sheriff Jay Koon recently promoted six deputies and transferred another. . Kevin Baum, Anthony Creech, Craig Finley, James Pratt, Frank Ramunni, Tyler Watford, Jeff Weed . Kevin Baum, 30, has been promoted to master…
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West Columbia City Administrator Brian Carter credentialed by International Local Government Management Organization
November 26, 2017
Brian Carter, City Administrator of the City of West Columbia, recently received the Credentialed Manager designation from ICMA, the International City/County Management Association. Mr. Carter is one of over 1,400…
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Check presentation to Trooper Rebman Memorial Fund
November 20, 2017On Wednesday, November 15, 2017, Chief Terrence Green presented a check to Colonel C. N. Williamson of the South Carolina Department of Public Safety Highway Patrol with the proceeds collected…
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Gov. Henry McMaster names next director of the S.C. Department of Juvenile Justice
November 20, 2017Governor Nominates Freddie Pough, Current Acting Director, for Confirmation Governor Henry McMaster today announced Freddie Pough as the next director of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ). Mr.…
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United Community Bank Ice on Main celebrates season opening
November 20, 2017United Community Bank Ice on Main celebrated the opening of its seventh season today. At 4:00 p.m., United Community Bank’s Greenville County President Michelle Seaver joined Mayor Knox White in the…
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Donate to the Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Honor the Dream Food Drive
November 20, 2017The City of Columbia, Richland School District One and the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Foundation are collecting canned food items and dry goods for the annual Dr. Martin Luther…
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Charleston LOVE WEEK to unite 3,000 community volunteers to serve 30+ non-profits
November 20, 2017The Charleston community will rally together to support and serve over 30 non-profits that are working to improve the tri-county area through various efforts. With the support of local city…
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City encourages residents to recycle fried turkey used cooking oil
November 20, 2017Deep fried turkey is a delight on Thanksgiving, but disposing the three to five gallons of leftover oil is always a challenge. City of Columbia residents can recycle used cooking…
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