South Carolina Center for the Book selects The Other Mother for 2017 Route One Reads initiative
May 18, 2017
For the third consecutive year, the South Carolina Center for the Book will participate in the Route One Reads initiative, a program under the Center for the Book in the…
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City of Columbia honored as 2017 Playful City USA community
May 17, 2017
National non-profit KaBOOM! is honoring the City of Columbia with a 2017 Playful City USA designation for the fourth consecutive year. Playful City USA honors cities and towns across the…
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Columbia Park Rangers offer free kayak and history tours
May 17, 2017
The Columbia Parks & Recreation Department invites the public to join the City’s park rangers to view the Rocky Shoals Spider Lilies, and learn about the Three Rivers Greenway and…
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Gov. Henry McMaster names State Cyber executive
May 17, 2017Bruce C. Smalley to lead the S.C. Critical Cybersecurity Program COLUMBIA, S.C. – Governor Henry McMaster announced that Bruce C. Smalley has been named Cyber Executive to lead the S.C.…
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Gov. Henry McMaster names State Cyber executive
May 17, 2017Bruce C. Smalley to lead the S.C. Critical Cybersecurity Program COLUMBIA, S.C. – Governor Henry McMaster announced that Bruce C. Smalley has been named Cyber Executive to lead the S.C.…
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Builders Supply Company recognized as a Centennial Business
May 17, 2017
Secretary of State Mark Hammond officially recognized Builders Supply Company as a South Carolina Centennial Business. This honor is reserved for domestic business entities that have been on file with…
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West Columbia City Council approves firm for city wide redevelopment and community revitalization plans
May 16, 2017
The City of West Columbia City Council approved a revitalization and redevelopment plan on Monday, May 15, 2017. The winning proposals from Redevelopment Management Associates (RMA) presented ideas to plan…
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Opening of Swamp Rabbit Trail Section Delayed
May 15, 2017
Due to inclement weather over the past few weeks, the re-opening of the section of Swamp Rabbit Trail linking Cleveland Park to Falls Park has been delayed until Saturday, June…
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Traffic Advisory: Downtown Underground project update for week of May 15
May 15, 2017Spartanburg Water continues work on water line replacement on Daniel Morgan Avenue between the intersections of West Main Street and West Broad Street. Construction of the water main will be…
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City and CEZ announce plans for Busby Street Community Resource and Training Complex
May 15, 2017The Busby Street Community Resource & Training Complex is an 8+ acre site and will provide a perfect venue for business, training/educational and community residents to gather for meetings…
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Richland Library named 2017 National Medal Winner
May 15, 2017Recognized as One of the Top Five Libraries in the Country After back-to-back years as a finalist, the Institute of Museum of Library Services (IMLS) is naming Richland…
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COMET announces Interim Executive Director
May 12, 2017
The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (COMET), has named public transportation veteran Ann August, CCTM as the Interim Executive Director. In March, Bob Schneider announced he was leaving the COMET…
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Booz Allen Hamilton expanding its Berkeley County operations
May 11, 2017
Latest Expansion To Bring At Least $10 Million Investment And Create More Than 90 New Jobs Booz Allen Hamilton, a management consulting and technology firm based in the United States,…
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Booz Allen Hamilton expanding its Berkeley County operations
May 11, 2017
Latest Expansion To Bring At Least $10 Million Investment And Create More Than 90 New Jobs Booz Allen Hamilton, a management consulting and technology firm based in the United States,…
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Richland County Public Works keeps communities connected
May 11, 2017
Richland County Public Works keeps our communities connected, safely and securely. From repairing roadways and managing infrastructure to protecting waterways and reducing the impacts of natural disasters, public works provides…
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Statement on Infrastructure from Sonoco CEO Jack Sanders
May 11, 2017
Today, I want to publicly thank the vast majority of the House and Senate for passing a comprehensive infrastructure bill as well as swiftly overriding its veto this week. I…
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City of Columbia designated a Bicycle Friendly Community
May 11, 2017
The City of Columbia has been designated as a Bicycle Friendly Community at the Bronze level by the League of American Bicyclists. The Bicycle Friendly Community program is a national…
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FREE community conflict resolution training
May 11, 2017
The Midlands Mediation Center will offer five Conflict = Opportunity community workshops. The two-hour training sessions will take place throughout Richland County, and all sessions are free and open to…
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Three Rivers Greenway Extension Phase 1, road resurfacing projects get green light for construction
May 11, 2017
Work on the first phase of the Three Rivers Greenway Extension in Richland County is expected to begin in the next two months after County Council awarded a $5.9 million…
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Three Rivers Greenway Extension Phase 1, road resurfacing projects get green light for construction
May 11, 2017
Richland County Council approves work as part of Transportation program Work on the first phase of the Three Rivers Greenway Extension in Richland County is expected to begin in the…
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Walk + Bike BCD Bicycle and Pedestrian draft plan to be unveiled May 24
May 11, 2017The Berkeley-Charleston-Dorchester Council of Governments (BCDCOG) invites the community to an unveiling of the draft Walk + Bike BCD plan, the regional pedestrian and bicycle master plan. The meeting, on…
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Statement from Greenville Chamber President/CEO Carlos Phillips
May 10, 2017
Today, South Carolina legislators passed a road-funding bill that will provide a reliable, steady revenue stream for repairs and construction for our state’s roads and bridges. According to Greenville Chamber…
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Keep Charleston Beautiful hosts 12th Annual Green and Lean 5K
May 10, 2017
Keep Charleston Beautiful (KCB) will host the 12th Annual Green and Lean 5K on Saturday, May 13th to benefit Friends of Keep Charleston Beautiful, whose mission is to promote the…
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Historic wood siding repair and painting workshop
May 10, 2017
Join the City of Columbia for a Historic Wood Siding Repair and Painting workshop. Want to learn how to repair old wood siding, remove paint, and install and paint siding?…
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Plan West Ashley community events scheduled May 8-13
May 8, 2017
Citizens are invited to stay connected with Plan West Ashley by attending community events at the Planning Studio May 8th through 12th and the Work-in-Progress & Feedback Session on May…
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City of Charleston seeks input on height district updates
May 8, 2017
An ordinance has been given first reading by Charleston City Council to update the height district zoning for the peninsula area. The proposed changes convert most of the existing height…
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City Police, Parks Departments inspect Denmark Vesey Statue; Caulking repairs to begin tomorrow
May 8, 2017
Today, City of Charleston spokesman Jack O’Toole released the following statement with regard to reports of vandalism involving the statue of Denmark Vesey in Charleston’s Hampton Park: “In response to…
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Spartanburg Water celebrates Drinking Water Week
May 8, 2017
Spartanburg Water, the American Water Works Association (AWWA) and water professionals across North America kicked off Drinking Water Week with the theme “Your Water – To Know it is to…
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Richland Library Ballentine set to close & relocate
May 8, 2017
While many of you may be spring cleaning at home, Richland Library Ballentine is cleaning and packing in preparation of a big change. The location is scheduled to close 6…
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Columbia is a flagship city for nation-wide Life is a Cycle bike event
May 8, 2017
What: Life is a Cycle is a group bike ride that teaches you where to bike commute, and the need-to-know essentials of biking for transportation. Who: This event is open…
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Richland County Council kicks off discussions of first Biennium Budget
May 8, 2017
Richland County Council this week kicked off discussions on its first proposed two-year budget, which sets forth a $1.7 billion spending plan to improve government services at no additional costs…
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Online survey will help county identify housing needs
May 8, 2017
An online survey is now available for residents that will help Richland County identify what housing issues matter most in different communities and neighborhoods. Input garnered from both the online…
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Two organizations receive $400,000 to help inmates return to workforce
May 6, 2017
The State Workforce Development Board (SWDB) awarded more than $400,000 in grants to two organizations which will provide employment skills training to inmates, enhancing their chances of finding work upon…
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Two organizations receive $400,000 to help inmates return to workforce
May 6, 2017
The State Workforce Development Board (SWDB) awarded more than $400,000 in grants to two organizations which will provide employment skills training to inmates, enhancing their chances of finding work upon…
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Richland County Transportation Director resigns
May 5, 2017
Richland County’s first director of its Transportation Program funded by a voter-approved penny sales tax increase is leaving his post to accept a job at the SC Department of Transportation…
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Graham on House passing Obamacare repeal & replace bill
May 4, 2017
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today made this statement on the House passage of legislation to repeal and replace Obamacare. “I look forward to carefully reviewing the House-passed legislation…
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Graham on House passing Obamacare repeal & replace bill
May 4, 2017
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today made this statement on the House passage of legislation to repeal and replace Obamacare. “I look forward to carefully reviewing the House-passed legislation…
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Richland Recycles Day waste pesticide collection event set
May 3, 2017
The South Carolina Department of Agriculture is partnering with Richland County to offer South Carolina residents the opportunity to safely dispose of outdated, unusable or unwanted pesticides on Saturday, May…
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County of Lexington Spotlight: Projects, events and daily happenings in May 2017!
May 3, 2017In 2017, the County of Lexington will be bringing you monthly updates as to what is happening within the County! With the guidance of Lexington County Council, this is an…
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City’s summer movies series at Finlay Park
May 3, 2017
The City of Columbia’s Summer Movies Series will kick off on Friday, June 2 at Finlay Park, 930 Laurel Street. Movies will be shown on Friday nights from June 2…
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Senator Lindsey Graham on government funding bill, North Korea, health care reform
May 3, 2017U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) spoke with CNN about government funding bill, which the Senate is expected to vote on later this week. Graham is opposed to the measure.…
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Senator Lindsey Graham on government funding bill, North Korea, health care reform
May 3, 2017U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) spoke with CNN about government funding bill, which the Senate is expected to vote on later this week. Graham is opposed to the measure.…
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County of Lexington Spotlight: Projects, events and daily happenings in May 2017!
May 3, 2017
In 2017, the County of Lexington will be bringing you monthly updates as to what is happening within the County! With the guidance of Lexington County Council, this is an…
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Richland County seeks public help in identifying housing needs
May 1, 2017Richland County needs residents’ help in developing a plan that identifies and addresses housing and community development needs. Public input will be used to help Richland County Community Development staff…
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S.C. Department of Commerce announces new Office of Innovation Managing Director
May 1, 2017
COLUMBIA, SC – The S.C. Department of Commerce announced that Laura Corder has joined the agency as Managing Director of the Office of Innovation. Corder will lead the agency’s strategic…
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S.C. Department of Commerce announces new Office of Innovation Managing Director
May 1, 2017
COLUMBIA, SC – The S.C. Department of Commerce announced that Laura Corder has joined the agency as Managing Director of the Office of Innovation. Corder will lead the agency’s strategic…
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Richland County gives first reading of proposed budget
April 28, 2017
Richland County Council on Thursday gave first reading by title only to its first two-year budget, which totals more than $1.7 billion for fiscal years 2018 and 2019. As proposed…
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West Columbia Councilman Boyd Jones elected Vice President of Lexington County Municipal Association
April 27, 2017
The City of West Columbia announced that Councilman Boyd Jones was elected Vice President of the Lexington County Municipal Association (LCMA). The LCMA is made up of elected officials from…
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Richland County employees invite public to ‘Get Involved’ in new video
April 26, 2017
As National County Government Month comes to a close, Richland County wants to remind residents that they can stay involved in local government all year long. A new video produced…
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“Build Your Own Rain Barrel Workshop” hosted by the Lexington Countywide Stormwater Consortium
April 26, 2017The Lexington Countywide Stormwater Consortium will host a Build Your Own Rain Barrel workshop, Friday, May 26, 2017 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. The workshop begins with a class…
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