Richland Library tackles popular 2017 resolutions
January 2, 2017
As we prepare to wave goodbye to 2016, Richland Library is encouraging the community to set and tackle another round of New Year’s resolutions. Whether local residents are looking to…
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Help City Council choose the official hashtag for the City Council Vision Statement
January 2, 2017
Voting Starts Monday, January 2nd, 2017 Throughout 2016, Columbia City Council members worked diligently to come up with a strategic plan to improve the overall quality of life in the city.…
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The City Manager’s Spotlight – January 2017
January 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. The City Manager’s Spotlight on…
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Richland County accepting applications for several grant programs
January 2, 2017
Beginning Jan. 1, the funding cycle will open for Richland County Accommodations Tax, Hospitality Tax and Discretionary Grant programs. This year marks the first that applications for these three types…
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Columbia Police Department launches new website
January 2, 2017A new and enhanced website experience is now available at www.ColumbiaPD.net, Columbia Police Chief William “Skip” Holbrook announced on Saturday, December 31, 2016. “Our goal is to provide better access…
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Richland County accepting applications for several grant programs
December 30, 2016
Beginning Jan. 1, the funding cycle will open for Richland County Accommodations Tax, Hospitality Tax and Discretionary Grant programs. This year marks the first that applications for these three types…
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City Park Rangers to Host Columbia Canal History Tour
December 28, 2016
The City of Columbia Parks & Recreation Department’s park rangers will host a Columbia Canal History Tour on Saturday, December 31 from 2-3 p.m. at Riverfront Park. Guests will tour the…
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City of Columbia District IV Special Election Tuesday, January 3, 2017
December 28, 2016
A Special Election will be held on Tuesday, January 3, 2017 from 7:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. for the City of Columbia District IV term ending December 31, 2017. The…
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Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Honor the Dream Food Drive ends Thursday
December 20, 2016
The annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Honor the Dream Food Drive held by the City of Columbia, Richland School District One and the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Foundation…
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Public safety must always ‘trump’ reactionary protesting
December 20, 2016
By Leon Lott President-elect Donald Trump will become the 45th U.S. president on Jan. 20, 2017. And his inauguration as with any presidential inauguration or similar event will bring with…
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Public safety must always ‘trump’ reactionary protesting
December 19, 2016By Leon Lott President-elect Donald Trump will become the 45th U.S. president on Jan. 20, 2017. And his inauguration as with any presidential inauguration or similar event will bring with…
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Richland Library recaps most checked-out items
December 18, 2016Your Access to What Was Hot throughout 2016 As 2016 begins to wind down, Richland Library is looking back over the last year at what was trending…
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Richland Library Sandhills set to close and relocate
December 16, 2016
As we head into the holiday season, Richland Library Sandhills is entering a period of transition. The location is scheduled to close 6 p.m., Saturday, December 17 as staff prepare…
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Tecklenburg thanks SIB for bringing I-526 Extension ‘back to life’
December 16, 2016
Wednesday, the State Infrastructure Bank board voted unanimously to extend the deadline for Charleston County to formally identify the local matching funds required to complete the Mark Clark Expressway. In…
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Richland County to review funding process for hospitality tax program
December 15, 2016
Richland County Council is reviewing its process of awarding taxpayer dollars to local organizations to promote tourism-related activities to determine whether the 11-member body needs to improve the way it…
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Bluff Road widening effort underway
December 13, 2016
Construction on the first phase of a project to widen Bluff Road near Williams-Brice Stadium is underway. The work is the latest major effort of the Richland County Penny Transportation Program and is designed to increase pedestrian safety and improve traffic flow along the major sports and recreational hub around the…
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Local professionals offer mentoring for students in year three of Richland Two’s CAT Program
December 13, 2016
Last week, 44 professionals went back to high school for the morning as part of Richland County School District Two’s Carolina Alliance for Technology program. These professionals are taking part…
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Richland County recognized for leadership in eco-friendly practices
December 13, 2016
Richland County is the recipient of two environmental awards that laud the County’s leadership in “green” practices. At the annual Gala for a Greener Midlands on Dec. 9, Keep the…
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Greenville City Fire Department urging fire safety during cold weather
December 12, 2016
Since winter seems to have finally arrived, the Greenville City Fire Department (GCFD) is asking for the public’s help to prevent winter fires. According to state and federal fire authorities,…
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Graham on Passage of the conference report to accompany the National Defense Authorization Act for fiscal year 2017
December 12, 2016
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) made this statement on the passage of the conference report to accompany the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The final vote was…
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Graham on Passage of the conference report to accompany the National Defense Authorization Act for fiscal year 2017
December 12, 2016
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) made this statement on the passage of the conference report to accompany the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The final vote was…
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Richland Library Sandhills set to close and relocate
December 12, 2016
Staff Prepare for Move to New 30,000 Square-Foot Facility As we head into the holiday season, Richland Library Sandhills is entering a period of transition. The location…
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Municipal Association announces 2017 advocacy initiatives
December 11, 2016
South Carolina cities and towns have rolled out their Advocacy Initiatives for the 2017 legislative session. Hundreds of local government officials took part in a statewide process in the summer…
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Municipal Association announces 2017 advocacy initiatives
December 11, 2016
South Carolina cities and towns have rolled out their Advocacy Initiatives for the 2017 legislative session. Hundreds of local government officials took part in a statewide process in the summer…
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Lexington County Sheriff’s Department announces promotions and transfers
December 9, 2016
LEXINGTON, SC – Lexington County Sheriff Jay Koon recently promoted six deputies, two correctional officers, one civilian employee and transferred two deputies. Raymond Barrett, 30, has been promoted to resident…
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Richland County eyes restructuring to improve efficiency
December 9, 2016
Richland County Council will consider Tuesday whether to move forward with a reorganization plan designed to provide residents with more effective and efficient government services. The restructuring effort, crafted by…
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Burroughs and Chapin Company, Inc. recognized as a Centennial Business
December 7, 2016
Today Secretary of State Mark Hammond officially recognized Burroughs & Chapin Company, Inc. as a South Carolina Centennial Business. This honor is reserved for domestic business entities that have been…
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Richland County Offices and Sheriff’s Department substation open at New Decker Center
December 7, 2016
Three Richland County offices and a Sheriff’s Department substation have officially relocated to the Decker Center, the County’s new state-of-the-art public facility. Staff from Richland County Central Court, the Dentsville…
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Richland County begins audit of Recreation Commission
December 7, 2016
An independent audit of the Richland County Recreation Commission began this week to aid Richland County Council in evaluating the management of the property-tax funded agency and scrutinizing its financial…
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West Columbia Fire Department needs cans for kids
December 7, 2016
The City of West Columbia Fire Department has partnered with MUSC Children’s Hospital Burned Children’s Fund to collect all recyclable metals, including aluminum cans. The collection trailer is located behind…
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City of Cayce to begin Thomas Newman Boat Landing repairs
December 7, 2016
The City of Cayce is proud to announce that the repair of Thomas Newman Boat Landing along the Congaree River begins this month. The City has contracted with R.L. Morrison…
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Subfreezing temperatures to hit Richland County
December 7, 2016
With the coldest weather of the season expected this weekend, Richland County’s emergency officials urge residents to take the necessary precautions to keep their families, pets and property safe. “Our…
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Student becomes youngest elected official in South Carolina
December 5, 2016
Armed with $30, his Facebook friends and just a week to campaign, Wofford College junior Phillip Habib managed to become the current youngest elected official in South Carolina. The 20-year-old…
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Special holiday parking promotions planned for December
December 5, 2016
The City has a number of special holiday parking promotions planned for December. As part of Holiday Happening, the City will offer a special flat rate of only $2 to…
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Lexington County Museum to host 20th Annual Christmas Open House
December 1, 2016The Lexington County Museum will host its 20th Annual Christmas Open House on Sunday, Dec. 11, 2016 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. This event will allow visitors to experience…
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Lexington County Museum to host 20th Annual Christmas Open House
December 1, 2016The Lexington County Museum will host its 20th Annual Christmas Open House on Sunday, Dec. 11, 2016 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. This event will allow visitors to experience…
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The Home Depot Foundation awards $5,000 grant to West Columbia Fire Department for disabled citizens’ home repairs
November 30, 2016
The Home Depot Foundation has awarded a $5,000 Community Impact Grant to the City of West Columbia Fire Department to provide support for home repairs for disabled citizens. The Fire…
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DHEC encourages HIV testing in recognition of World AIDS Day 2016
November 30, 2016
World AIDS Day is December 1, and the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is encouraging South Carolinians to get tested, the agency announced today. “More than…
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DHEC encourages HIV testing in recognition of World AIDS Day 2016
November 30, 2016
World AIDS Day is December 1, and the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is encouraging South Carolinians to get tested, the agency announced today. “More than…
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Main Street ICE closed due to weather
November 29, 2016
Main Street ICE, the City of Columbia’s outdoor ice skating rink, is temporarily closed due to rain and warm weather, the City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department announced. Rain,…
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Statement from Gov. Nikki Haley
November 23, 2016
Governor Nikki Haley today issued the following statement: “Six years ago, South Carolinians bestowed upon me the greatest honor of my life. They took a chance on a little-known, 38-year…
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Statement from Gov. Nikki Haley
November 23, 2016
Governor Nikki Haley today issued the following statement: “Six years ago, South Carolinians bestowed upon me the greatest honor of my life. They took a chance on a little-known, 38-year…
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City of Columbia accepting nominations for the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dream Keeper Scholarship Awards
November 22, 2016
The City of Columbia is accepting nominations for the 2017 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dream Keeper Scholarship Awards. The Dream Keeper Award recognizes exemplary displays of committed service to…
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City announces Greenville Poinsettia Christmas Parade grand marshal
November 22, 2016
The City of Greenville has selected Sandi Morris, a Greenville native and Olympic medalist, to serve as grand marshal for the 2016 Greenville Poinsettia Christmas Parade. Morris will lead over…
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Gov. Nikki Haley announces Hartley Powell as Revenue Director
November 21, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley announced Hartley Powell as the next director of the South Carolina Department of Revenue (DOR). Powell, who served in South Carolina state government for…
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Gov. Nikki Haley announces Hartley Powell as Revenue Director
November 21, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley announced Hartley Powell as the next director of the South Carolina Department of Revenue (DOR). Powell, who served in South Carolina state government for…
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City encourages residents to recycle fried turkey used cooking oil
November 21, 2016
Deep 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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Holiday events announced in the City of Cayce
November 21, 2016The City of Cayce announces upcoming Holiday Events throughout the month of December for everyone to enjoy. Following is a brief overview of each Holiday Event. Thursday, December 1 6 p.m. –…
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Gov. Nikki Haley and the First Family announce 50th Annual Governor’s Carolighting
November 21, 2016
WYFF 4 Anchor Nigel Robertson Will Emcee Event Governor Nikki Haley, First Gentleman Michael Haley and the First Family will kick off the holiday season at the 50th Annual Governor’s…
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DHEC helps South Carolinians Kick the Habit with free resources and support
November 16, 2016
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) reminds smokers and tobacco users that the Great American Smokeout (GASO) on November 17 offers the perfect opportunity to take…
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