Graham backs measure to prevent terrorists from purchasing weapons
June 24, 2016
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) made this statement after voting in support of the Collins amendment to prevent terrorists from buying guns. The amendment survived a procedural…
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National Park Service awards over $1M to preserve American battlefields
June 24, 2016
WASHINGTON –The National Park Service announced $1.19 million grants to support 20 projects at significant battlefields across the country. The projects will research, document, or interpret dozens of battlefields representing…
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City of Columbia | 2015 Water Quality Report
June 24, 2016
The City of Columbia, SC has released the 2015 Water Quality Report. This report is provided to all City of Columbia water customers to comply with the Consumer Confidence Reports…
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City of Columbia establishes Columbia Cares Fund to support the Orlando community after Pulse tragedy
June 23, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – In response to the tragic events that have occurred in Orlando, the City of Columbia announced the establishment of the Columbia Cares Fund, a fundraising effort that…
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City Council approves budget beginning July 1
June 22, 2016
By Temple Ligon Columbia’s coming fiscal year, from the first of July, 2016, till the end of June, 2017, is fully funded. Columbia City Council has approved a $310.6…
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Amaker named Poet Laureate of the City of Charleston
June 22, 2016
Mayor John Tecklenburg announced the appointment of Marcus Amaker as the first Poet Laureate of the City of Charleston. The position of Poet Laureate of the City of Charleston was…
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Public input wanted: How to best spend $23.5 million on flood recovery projects
June 22, 2016
Richland County officials will hold a series of meetings to ask residents one big question: What flood recovery projects should take priority with $23.5 million in federal grant money? In…
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Chapin soliciting feedback through 2016 community survey
June 22, 2016The Town of Chapin wants to know what is on the minds of its citizens, businesses and utility customers as it begins planning for 2017. The town has created a…
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Chapin soliciting feedback through 2016 community survey
June 22, 2016
The Town of Chapin wants to know what is on the minds of its citizens, businesses and utility customers as it begins planning for 2017. The town has created a…
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County of Lexington releases results of community engagement survey
June 21, 2016
On April 11, 2016, Lexington County Council embarked on a community engagement survey, giving residents a chance to voice their opinions of the County’s provided services and how they can…
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DHEC issues swimming advisory for Saluda River
June 21, 2016COLUMBIA, SC – A section of the Saluda River at Saluda Shoals Park in Columbia has been placed under a swimming advisory, the Department of Health and Environmental Control reported…
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Mayor Benjamin welcomes new Mayor’s Fellows to City Hall
June 21, 2016
Mayor Steve Benjamin welcomes seven college students this summer to the Mayor’s Fellows program. The program provides both undergraduate and graduate-level students with the opportunity to gain first-hand knowledge of…
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DEW launches new website to better support workforce development, employers and jobseekers
June 21, 2016
The S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) has launched a new version of the dew.sc.gov website. The update not only refreshes the look and feel of the site, it…
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DEW launches new website to better support workforce development, employers and jobseekers
June 21, 2016
The S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) has launched a new version of the dew.sc.gov website. The update not only refreshes the look and feel of the site, it…
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Richland Library Partners to keep local school library open over summer
June 20, 2016
School may be out for the summer, but Richland Library is in session at Lower Richland High School. As part of a pilot program to expand its reach in the…
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New S.C. Farmers and Roadside Market App supports healthy eating and local growers
June 20, 2016The S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control launched the new S.C. Farmers and Roadside Market App – a free, interactive map that makes it easier to find and buy…
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New S.C. Farmers and Roadside Market App supports healthy eating and local growers
June 20, 2016
The S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control launched the new S.C. Farmers and Roadside Market App – a free, interactive map that makes it easier to find and buy…
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Councilman Manning named chair of office of Small Business Opportunity Ad Hoc Committee
June 20, 2016
Richland County Councilman Jim Manning, who represents District 8, was unanimously voted chair of an ad hoc committee that aims to improve the outreach of small, local businesses. The Richland…
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Grants awarded to improve 14 South Carolina communities
June 20, 2016
Department of Commerce awards $8.9 million in Community Development Block Grant funds Fourteen communities from across South Carolina are slated to benefit from public improvement projects supported by nearly $8.9…
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Grants awarded to improve 14 South Carolina communities
June 20, 2016
Department of Commerce awards $8.9 million in Community Development Block Grant funds Fourteen communities from across South Carolina are slated to benefit from public improvement projects supported by nearly $8.9…
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South Carolina’s Employment Growth Remains Positive
June 17, 2016
The number of South Carolinians working continued its climb to a new record level in May, which helped push the seasonally adjusted unemployment rate down to 5.6 percent in May…
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South Carolina’s Employment Growth Remains Positive
June 17, 2016
The number of South Carolinians working continued its climb to a new record level in May, which helped push the seasonally adjusted unemployment rate down to 5.6 percent in May…
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Richland Library hosts public art workshops
June 13, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Richland Library is inviting the community to have a hand in shaping the look and feel of its new location in Ballentine. This summer, there are two separate,…
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City Council meets on budget and speed humps
June 10, 2016
By John Temple Ligon BUDGET The big event of the night, Tuesday, was the presentation of the city’s annual budget. There’s time for further discussion and adjustments in that…
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City hosts groundbreaking for new Water Distribution and Wastewater Management facility
June 10, 2016
The City of Columbia held a groundbreaking ceremony on Wednesday, June 8 for the City’s new Water Distribution and Wastewater Management Facilities. The new facility is located at 4011 West…
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Lexington County Sheriff’s Department recycling for ‘Sight and Sound’
June 10, 2016
LEXINGTON, SC – The Lexington County Sheriff’s Department has partnered with the Cayce-West Columbia Lions Club to collect new and used eyeglasses and hearing aids to support the Lions’ mission…
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U.S. Department of Commerce’s Commercial Service adding new staff in Columbia to support global companies
June 10, 2016
MORE INTERNATIONAL EXPERTISE IN COLUMBIA TO SUPPORT AREA BUSINESSES COLUMBIA, SC – The U.S. Department of Commerce’s Commercial Service office in Columbia has added new staff to support South…
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Crews conducting utility work as part of two Richland Penny Program Projects
June 10, 2016
Electric duct banks for Bluff Road and North Main Street to be completed by SCE&G RICHLAND COUNTY, SC – Workers managed by the Richland Penny Program and South Carolina…
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Sheriff Leon Lott receives award from PTSD support group
June 9, 2016By W. Thomas Smith Jr. COLUMBIA, S.C. – Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott and the Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) received the DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD from Project Josiah Restoration…
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S.C. Chamber releases statement on S.1258 being signed into law
June 9, 2016COLUMBIA, SC – State Chamber President Ted Pitts issued the following statement after Governor Haley signed S.1258, the roads bill, into law: “The state’s business community thanks Governor Haley for…
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S.C. Chamber releases statement on S.1258 being signed into law
June 9, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – State Chamber President Ted Pitts issued the following statement after Governor Haley signed S.1258, the roads bill, into law: “The state’s business community thanks Governor Haley for…
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Sheriff Leon Lott receives award from PTSD support group
June 9, 2016
By W. Thomas Smith Jr. COLUMBIA, S.C. – Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott and the Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) received the DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD from Project Josiah Restoration…
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Compost bins, countertop food receptacles available for backyard composting
June 8, 2016
Residents have a new way to save money and help the environment now that Richland County Solid Waste & Recycling is offering compost bins. The large black compost bins can…
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Richland Penny Issues Notice of Temporary Closure to Section of Lincoln Street
June 7, 2016
Beginning Wednesday, June 8 through Thursday, July 21, Lincoln Street, from College Street to Devine Street, will be temporarily closed to vehicular traffic. This two block closure is due to contractors performing work in…
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Rockbridge Road bridge replacement
June 7, 2016
Rockbridge Road is now open in Richland County. The bridge replacement was completed ahead of schedule. Secretary of Transportation Christy Hall, Arcadia Lakes Mayor Mark Huguley, Representative Beth Bernstein, South…
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Commerce Department appoints Chuck Whipple as an inaugural member of Foreign Direct Investment Advisory Council
June 7, 2016
U.S. Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker announced the appointment of 19 private and public sector leaders to the newly established U.S. Investment Advisory Council (IAC). IAC members — representing U.S.…
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Chapin Police Department now has permanent collection for unused and expired medications
June 7, 2016Citizens looking to dispose of excess and expired prescription and over-the-counter medications can now visit the safe and secure permanent drop off location at Chapin Town Hall. The Chapin Police…
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Chapin Police Department now has permanent collection for unused and expired medications
June 7, 2016
Citizens looking to dispose of excess and expired prescription and over-the-counter medications can now visit the safe and secure permanent drop off location at Chapin Town Hall. The Chapin Police…
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City kicks off new automated recycling program
June 6, 2016
City Council members were joined by representatives from the City’s Green Ribbon Advisory Committee (GRAC), the S.C. Department of Health & Environmental Control (SCDHEC) and The Recycling Partnership this morning…
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Richland County providing free training for small, local businesses
June 1, 2016
Small and local businesses have an opportunity to take part in free training that can help them expand their reach and increase their profitability. The Richland County Office of Small…
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Richland County Month in Review: May
June 1, 2016
The following are highlights from Richland County Government in May: Richland County sold the historic Curtiss-Wright Hangar at its Jim Hamilton–L.B. Owens Airport (CUB) to a private developer, Hangar…
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Section of I-95 southbound closed in Jasper County due to flooding
May 29, 2016
Three other roads also closed in Jasper County The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has closed a section of Interstate 95 southbound in Jasper County Sunday, May 29, 2016,…
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Section of I-95 southbound closed in Jasper County due to flooding
May 29, 2016
Three other roads also closed in Jasper County The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has closed a section of Interstate 95 southbound in Jasper County Sunday, May 29, 2016,…
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Replicas of nation’s founding documents permanently displayed in Richland County Monument
May 27, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Red, white and blue abounded at a community celebration Thursday afternoon as a new monument was unveiled that brings the nation’s founding documents to the heart of Richland…
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Leesa Aiken accepts SCSL Agency Director position
May 25, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Leesa Aiken became the Agency Director of the South Carolina State Library May 16, the latest milestone in her nearly nine years of service to the state agency.…
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City of Columbia expands hospitality district recycling program
May 25, 2016
The City of Columbia Solid Waste Division is pleased to announce the installation of 13 new recycling containers in Columbia’s hospitality districts. New blue containers will be installed along the…
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Aiken, Union counties receive work ready certification
May 25, 2016
COLUMBIA—Gov. Nikki Haley announced today that Aiken and Union counties have received certification through the South Carolina Work Ready Communities (SCWRC) initiative. Aiken and Union join the 42 other counties…
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Aiken, Union counties receive work ready certification
May 25, 2016
COLUMBIA—Gov. Nikki Haley announced today that Aiken and Union counties have received certification through the South Carolina Work Ready Communities (SCWRC) initiative. Aiken and Union join the 42 other counties…
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Upcoming Summit to teach improving relationships between Law Enforcement, Communities, Students
May 24, 2016
Strengthening positive relationships between law enforcement agencies and the youth and communities they protect is the focus of an upcoming two-day seminar in Richland County. Moving Forward Together: A National…
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Irmo Middle School receives research grant from Lowes for Monarch Migration
May 24, 2016
IRMO, SC – Irmo Middle School (IMS) has received a $2,425.00 Lowe’s Toolbox for Education grant for students to continue their research project titled Monarch and Milkweed Migration. The grant…
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