First new roads bill funds received by SCDOT
September 2, 2017
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has received its first influx of new revenues from the Roads Bill passed by the General Assembly earlier this year. The $4.8…
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South Carolina sends additional emergency assistance resources to Texas
September 1, 2017Governor Henry McMaster announced that the Pee Dee Regional Incident Management Team (IMT) has been deployed to Texas in response to Hurricane Harvey. The Team has been augmented with members of…
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Richland County partners with ‘Columbia Relief’ for Hurricane Harvey victims
September 1, 2017
Richland County is joining the City of Columbia, Lexington County, the University of South Carolina and other community partners to maximize efforts to assist victims of Hurricane Harvey. The Columbia…
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Coordinated effort to assist victims of Hurricane Harvey from Columbia, SC
September 1, 2017In 2015, in the aftermath of Hurricane Joaquin, Columbia and the Midlands area received support from around the country. Now, it’s our turn to give back. Governments, businesses, and nonprofits…
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South Carolina sends emergency assistance resources to Texas
September 1, 2017
Governor Henry McMaster announced that South Carolina has received a request from Texas for emergency assistance following Hurricane Harvey and that the South Carolina Helicopter Aquatic Rescue Teams (SC-HART) have…
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City of Columbia Bicyclist & Pedestrian Counts: Volunteers needed to help make the City of Columbia a safer place to walk and ride!
August 31, 2017
Volunteers to help make the City of Columbia a safer place to walk and ride! The City of Columbia is seeking volunteers in September to help conduct our fourth annual…
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Avoid Fraudulent Charities Looking to Profit Off Texas Devastation
August 30, 2017From the Office of the South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond: COLUMBIA, S.C. – In response to the devastation of Hurricane Harvey in Texas, many South Carolinians are searching…
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Avoid Fraudulent Charities Looking to Profit Off Texas Devastation
August 30, 2017From the Office of the South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond: COLUMBIA, S.C. – In response to the devastation of Hurricane Harvey in Texas, many South Carolinians are searching…
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Greenville City Fire Department receives Class 1 rating from ISO
August 29, 2017
A representative from ISO officially announced the City of Greenville’s receipt of a Public Protection Classification of 1 at tonight’s formal meeting of City Council. The ISO evaluates municipal fire protection efforts in…
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S.C. Department of Commerce creates Council for Innovation Initiatives
August 28, 2017
The S.C. Department of Commerce announced the creation of the Council for Innovation Initiatives. Tasked with helping the state advance the South Carolina Innovation Plan, which was published in January…
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S.C. Department of Commerce creates Council for Innovation Initiatives
August 28, 2017
The S.C. Department of Commerce announced the creation of the Council for Innovation Initiatives. Tasked with helping the state advance the South Carolina Innovation Plan, which was published in January…
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SCDOT prepares for tropical weather in the northeast coastal counties
August 28, 2017
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is making preparations for wind and rain from a tropical system that is expected to pass through the northeast corner of the state…
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SCDOT prepares for tropical weather in the northeast coastal counties
August 28, 2017
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is making preparations for wind and rain from a tropical system that is expected to pass through the northeast corner of the state…
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Richland County names new manager of Office of Small Business Opportunity
August 27, 2017
Richland County has selected a new manager to lead its Office of Small Business Opportunity and help strengthen and support the local small business community. Angela McCallum will oversee the…
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Gov. Henry McMaster orders that state agencies cease payments to medical practices affiliated with abortion clinics
August 25, 2017
By executive order, Governor McMaster has directed state agencies to cease providing state or local funds, whether via grant, contract, state-administered federal funds, or any other form, to any physician…
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Gov. Henry McMaster orders that state agencies cease payments to medical practices affiliated with abortion clinics
August 25, 2017
By executive order, Governor McMaster has directed state agencies to cease providing state or local funds, whether via grant, contract, state-administered federal funds, or any other form, to any physician…
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South Carolina’s Employment Situation July 2017
August 24, 2017
Revisions send unemployment rate below 4 percent, employment up almost 41,000 since last year The state’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate remained unchanged in July from June’s revised rate of 3.9 percent.…
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South Carolina’s Employment Situation July 2017
August 24, 2017
Revisions send unemployment rate below 4 percent, employment up almost 41,000 since last year The state’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate remained unchanged in July from June’s revised rate of 3.9 percent.…
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Charleston woman named August Employee of the Month
August 23, 2017
The South Carolina Department of Social Services (SC DSS) established the Employee of the Month program to recognize staff members who perform their jobs exceptionally well, go above and beyond…
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Greenlink purchases new route planning software
August 22, 2017
Greenville Transit Authority (GTA) will unveil the recommendations outlined by consultants in the Comprehensive Operational Analysis (COA) study at a drop-in style Open House this Thursday, August 24 from 4 p.m. to 7…
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FEMA approves County application acquiring flood-damaged properties
August 21, 2017
County residents whose properties were substantially damaged during the October 2015 flood will soon have the opportunity to participate in a buyout program that will prevent future homes from being…
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S.C. Comptroller Richard Eckstrom says gas tax spending will be posted online
August 21, 2017
Spending from the recently-enacted gas tax law will be published online. S.C. Comptroller Richard Eckstrom says his office has spent recent months developing procedures to track revenues generated by the…
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S.C. Comptroller Richard Eckstrom says gas tax spending will be posted online
August 21, 2017
Spending from the recently-enacted gas tax law will be published online. S.C. Comptroller Richard Eckstrom says his office has spent recent months developing procedures to track revenues generated by the…
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FEMA approves county application acquiring flood-damaged properties: Affected land and homeowners to receive pre-flood property value
August 21, 2017
County residents whose properties were substantially damaged during the October 2015 flood will soon have the opportunity to participate in a buyout program that will prevent future homes from being…
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West Columbia receives Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the 26th year
August 20, 2017
The Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting has been awarded to the City of West Columbia by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada…
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Five Tips for Solar Eclipse Monday
August 18, 2017
Visitors from around the world will flock to Richland County and join residents Monday to watch a total solar eclipse darken the sky for more than two minutes. Following are five tips…
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City Total Solar Eclipse Public and Safety Education Campaign releases Eclipse Glasses Safety Tips
August 18, 2017On Monday, August 21, the City of Columbia will experience a Total Solar Eclipse and all citizens are encouraged to please take preventive measures to ensure your safety and security while…
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McMaster, Graham laud SC I-77 Alliance as example of state’s successful collaborations
August 18, 2017The Honorable Henry McMaster, Governor of South Carolina, speaking at the Third Annual South Carolina I-77 Alliance Summit on August 16, 2017, in Richburg, SC. Gov. Henry McMaster and…
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McMaster, Graham laud SC I-77 Alliance as example of state’s successful collaborations
August 18, 2017The Honorable Henry McMaster, Governor of South Carolina, speaking at the Third Annual South Carolina I-77 Alliance Summit on August 16, 2017, in Richburg, SC. Gov. Henry McMaster and…
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Advertisement of vacancies on various Boards and Commissions
August 17, 2017
The City of Columbia is accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions. Food Policy Committee Seeking one (1) Applicant for Appointment. The purpose of…
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“HOME OF THE LONGEST TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE” signs displayed throughout county
August 17, 2017
As the countdown begins to the historic total eclipse Monday, Aug. 21, Richland County is beginning to welcome the expected thousands of visitors with specially made signs displayed at multiple entry…
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First banner unveiled showcasing new logo for Broad River Road Corridor
August 16, 2017Longtime residents of the Broad River Road corridor know the area is a “neighborly place” ― and now visitors, motorists and passersby will too. At an outdoor news conference Tuesday…
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Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. unveils 14 of 16 new patrol cars
August 15, 2017By W. Thomas Smith Jr. COLUMBIA, S.C. – The Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. (RCSD) unveiled its new fleet of 2017 Chevrolet Camaro SS patrol cars during a gathering of…
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Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. unveils 14 of 16 new patrol cars
August 14, 2017By W. Thomas Smith Jr. COLUMBIA, S.C. – The Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. (RCSD) unveiled its new fleet of 2017 Chevrolet Camaro SS patrol cars during a gathering of…
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Trane expanding existing Richland County operations
August 14, 2017
Trane, a leading global provider of indoor comfort systems and services and a brand of Ingersoll Rand, is expanding its existing Richland County operations. The business is projected to invest…
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Richland County weather data helps national weather service issue alerts
August 13, 2017
Richland County’s innovative weather system is helping regional weather experts evaluate real-time situations and send emergency alerts keeping residents safe and informed. RC WINDS – the acronym for Richland County…
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City of Columbia municipal election, Tuesday, November 7, 2017
August 11, 2017
The Municipal Election Commission of the City of Columbia announces the general election for the City of Columbia to be held on Tuesday, November 7, 2017. The filing period opens onMonday,…
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Speaker Lucas creates the House Utility Ratepayer Protection Committee
August 10, 2017House Speaker Jay Lucas (District 65-Darlington) announced the formation of the House Utility Ratepayer Protection Committee in response to the abandonment of the VC Summer nuclear facility in Jenkinsville, SC.…
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Speaker Lucas creates the House Utility Ratepayer Protection Committee
August 10, 2017
House Speaker Jay Lucas (District 65-Darlington) announced the formation of the House Utility Ratepayer Protection Committee in response to the abandonment of the VC Summer nuclear facility in Jenkinsville, SC.…
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SCDOT launches Speakers Bureau
August 9, 2017
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) announces the opening of a Speakers Bureau in an effort to make SCDOT staff available to groups seeking to hear more about the…
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SCDOT launches Speakers Bureau
August 9, 2017
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) announces the opening of a Speakers Bureau in an effort to make SCDOT staff available to groups seeking to hear more about the…
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Mayor Steve MacDougall elected to MASC leadership positions
August 8, 2017
Mayor Steve MacDougall was named to the Municipal Association of South Carolina’s (MASC) Board of Directors, representing the Central Midlands Council of Governments Region, where he currently serves as the…
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Report to the community for fiscal year 2016-17
August 7, 2017
Today, the City of Columbia is releasing the Report to the Community for Fiscal Year 2016-17. From public safety to development corporations to utilities, the City’s Public and Media Relations…
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Freight supply chain facing December electronic logging mandate
August 7, 2017
A federal mandate that truckers replace log books with electronic driver-time tracking technology has been looming over the nation’s freight and service supply chain for seven years. Still, the December 18 deadline…
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Freight supply chain facing December electronic logging mandate
August 7, 2017
A federal mandate that truckers replace log books with electronic driver-time tracking technology has been looming over the nation’s freight and service supply chain for seven years. Still, the December 18 deadline…
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West Columbia Riverwalk and Amphitheater now open
August 6, 2017
The West Columbia Amphitheater and parking lot to the South end of the Riverwalk is now open to the public after being temporarily closed for improvements to the amphitheater. The…
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City Park Rangers to host free Total Eclipse Party & Walks
August 2, 2017
Bring the family out to Riverfront Park and let a park ranger guide you through a variety of family-friendly activities including a Wet Sandal Walk, Total Eclipse Party and more…
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Media statement regarding removal of 220 Hudson Street
August 2, 2017
On Tuesday, August 1st, 2017, during an active demolition project, representatives from SCDHEC visited 220 Hudson Street, West Columbia, SC and requested additional information from the contractor. The contractor voluntarily…
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The City Manager’s Spotlight – August 2017
August 2, 2017
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. This month we are highlighting…
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West Columbia Art on State Wall gets a new mural
August 2, 2017
The City of West Columbia’s Art on State Wall, behind Terra and 116 Espresso and Wine Bar at 423 Meeting Street, has been transformed with new art created by Karl…
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