South Carolina business community letter to General Assembly regarding S.1203
April 19, 2016COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Chamber, South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance, South Carolina Economic Developers Association, South Carolina Hospital Association, and the Charleston, Clemson, Columbia, Greenville, Greenwood, Myrtle Beach, North…
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State House Report: Top Three Things You Need to Know
April 19, 2016
By Ashley Hunter SENATE FINANCE DEBATES THE STATE BUDGET The Senate Finance Committee met this past week and addressed some of the funding for the K-12 Education, Higher Education and Criminal Justice state…
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State House Report: Top Three Things You Need to Know
April 19, 2016
By Ashley Hunter SENATE FINANCE DEBATES THE STATE BUDGET The Senate Finance Committee met this past week and addressed some of the funding for the K-12 Education, Higher Education and Criminal Justice state…
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Four new Palmetto Military Employers recognized at second annual OPE Midlands Summit
April 18, 2016
Employers, hiring managers, veteran employment representatives and military service members met Thursday in Columbia to learn more about how to recruit and retain military hires through Operation Palmetto Employment (OPE),…
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Four new Palmetto Military Employers recognized at second annual OPE Midlands Summit
April 18, 2016
Employers, hiring managers, veteran employment representatives and military service members met Thursday in Columbia to learn more about how to recruit and retain military hires through Operation Palmetto Employment (OPE),…
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Senate Appropriations Committee rejects Obama Administration proposal to terminate MOX program
April 15, 2016
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) said he was pleased the Senate Appropriations Committee rejected the Obama Administration proposal to terminate the MOX program at Savannah River…
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Senate Appropriations Committee rejects Obama Administration proposal to terminate MOX program
April 15, 2016
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) said he was pleased the Senate Appropriations Committee rejected the Obama Administration proposal to terminate the MOX program at Savannah River…
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Senate Appropriations Committee approves provision which could help push Charleston Harbor deepening toward construction
April 15, 2016
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) said he was pleased the Senate Appropriations Committee has approved a provision which could help the Charleston Harbor deepening project move…
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Senate Appropriations Committee approves provision which could help push Charleston Harbor deepening toward construction
April 15, 2016
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) said he was pleased the Senate Appropriations Committee has approved a provision which could help the Charleston Harbor deepening project move…
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Three bridges on Bluff Road closed for replacement in Richland County
April 14, 2016
Three bridges on SC 48 (Bluff Road) in Richland County were closed Thursday afternoon, April 14, 2016, by the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT). SCDOT continues to monitor and…
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Blue Ribbon Committee meeting schedule announced
April 14, 2016
Richland County’s flood recovery advisory group, known as the Blue Ribbon Committee, is scheduled to begin meeting again in May. The Blue Ribbon Committee is a group of people representing…
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City Manager Teresa Wilson recognized as a recipient of the Whitney M. Young, Jr. Service Award
April 14, 2016
City Manager Teresa Wilson was recognized at the 18th Annual Whitney M. Young, Jr. Service Awards Banquet on Tuesday, April 12, 2016. Wilson was selected as an honoree because of…
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DEW Business Intelligence director joins national advisory board
April 13, 2016
S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) Business Intelligence Director Brenda Lisbon has been invited to serve on the national Workforce Information Advisory Council (WIAC) for a three-year term. Lisbon…
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DEW Business Intelligence director joins national advisory board
April 13, 2016
S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) Business Intelligence Director Brenda Lisbon has been invited to serve on the national Workforce Information Advisory Council (WIAC) for a three-year term. Lisbon…
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Colonial Lake Park celebration
April 13, 2016
The Charleston Parks Conservancy and the City of Charleston will host a grand opening and ribbon cutting on Saturday, June 4, to celebrate the newly renovated Colonial Lake. The event…
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Richland County to receive state’s first Charters of Freedom Monument
April 13, 2016
The grounds at the Richland County Administration Building soon will feature a monument with replicas of the nation’s most revered documents – the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution and…
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Improvements planned for Summit Parkway and Summit Ridge Drive intersection
April 13, 2016
Improvements for local intersections will begin through the Richland County Transportation Penny Program. Richland County has awarded a contract for six intersection improvements to C.R. Jackson, Inc., a locally-owned construction…
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S.C. Chamber statement on house amendment to roads bill
April 13, 2016State Chamber of Commerce President Ted Pitts today released the following statement after the House amended the Senate passed roads bill: “The business community appreciates the work Speaker Lucas and…
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S.C. Chamber statement on house amendment to roads bill
April 13, 2016
State Chamber of Commerce President Ted Pitts today released the following statement after the House amended the Senate passed roads bill: “The business community appreciates the work Speaker Lucas and…
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Governor’s military employment initiative hosts first of three regional summits this week
April 13, 2016
Operation Palmetto Employment (OPE), a statewide military employment initiative comprised of several state agencies and veteran service organizations, will host the first of three regional summits this Thursday, April 14 at…
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Governor’s military employment initiative hosts first of three regional summits this week
April 13, 2016
Operation Palmetto Employment (OPE), a statewide military employment initiative comprised of several state agencies and veteran service organizations, will host the first of three regional summits this Thursday, April 14 at…
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Advertisement of vacancies on various boards and commissions
April 11, 2016
The City of Columbia is accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions. Climate Protection Action Committee Seeking a District 4 representative. Identify measures that…
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Celebrate National Healthcare Decisions Day in April
April 11, 2016In observance of National Healthcare Decisions Day (NHDD), April 16, the South Carolina Bar is leading a local initiative to increase awareness and understanding of advance care planning from both…
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Councilman Manning to moderate event on human trafficking
April 11, 2016
Richland County Councilman Jim Manning will moderate a community conversation Sunday on the issue of human trafficking. The forum – Human Trafficking: Under Our Nose – is 3 p.m. Sunday…
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County of Lexington embarking on Community Engagement Survey
April 11, 2016
The County of Lexington is embarking on a community engagement survey to give County residents a chance to voice their expectations for the services the County provides and how we…
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Public Charter Schools role in strengthening South Carolina’s future celebrating 20 years of the South Carolina Charter Schools Act
April 11, 2016
State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman, former SC Superintendent Barbara Nielsen, SC House Chairwoman of the Education and Public Works Committee Merita “Rita” Allison, Beverly Carbaugh of Learning Sciences Marzano Center…
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Lexington County Sheriff’s Department recognized for DUI enforcement efforts
April 7, 2016
The South Carolina Department of Public Safety has recognized the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department for its efforts in 2015 to enforce the state’s DUI laws and remove impaired drivers from…
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Updated “Yard Ordinance” gives owners more time to remedy problems
April 7, 2016
An updated Richland County ordinance gives residents more time to get weeds and other rank vegetation under control before citations are written. The ordinance now allows a property owner 30…
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Wilkes Law Firm attorney Derham Cole named Legislator of the Year
April 7, 2016
Hundreds of pairs of shoes, large and small, covered the State House steps on March 2, 2016, as part of Disability Advocacy Day. The shoes represent South Carolina citizens with…
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Kershaw County Sheriff’s Office receives Agency of the Year Award for 5th consecutive year
April 6, 2016
In a ceremony held on April 6, 2016 at the Seawell’s Restaurant in Columbia, the Kershaw County Sheriff’s Office received the Agency of the Year award (for departments with 51-100…
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Columbia City Council
April 6, 2016
By Temple Ligon Transitions Delivers Positive Report Craig Currey, CEO of Transitions, Columbia’s homeless shelter at the corner of Elmwood and Main, reported to city council Tuesday night, April…
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Richland County highlights importance of keeping stormwater clean
April 6, 2016
Richland County and the City of Columbia are kicking off a campaign this month with community volunteers to mark storm drains and remind residents that everyone can have a part…
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Richland County highlights importance of keeping stormwater clean
April 6, 2016
Richland County and the City of Columbia are kicking off a campaign this month with community volunteers to mark storm drains and remind residents that everyone can have a part…
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Shane Massey elected South Carolina Senate Majority Leader
April 6, 2016
Edgefield senator promises to shake things up in Senate South Carolina’s Republican state senators elected Shane Massey (R-Edgefield) as their new GOP caucus leader. Massey, known as a young…
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Lockheed Martin donates $25,000 to state flood relief efforts
April 6, 2016
Lockheed Martin [NYSE: LMT] presented a check to South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley for $25,000 to support the state’s flood relief efforts. This donation is in response to the major…
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SC Chamber statement on SC DOT audit findings
April 6, 2016State Chamber of Commerce President Ted Pitts released the following statement on results of the Legislative Oversight Committee’s audit of the Department of Transportation: “This audit confirms what the State…
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SCE&G to release water on the lower Saluda River for swift water rescue training
April 6, 2016
SCE&G will release water from Lake Murray into the Lower Saluda River via the Saluda Hydroelectric Plant April 7, 8, 9, 15 and 16 to provide flows needed for the…
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South Carolina NxLevel Micro Entrepreneur Education and Training Course graduation ceremony
April 6, 2016SUMTER, SC – The South Carolina Commission for Minority Affairs in partnership with the Greater Sumter Chamber of Commerce, Santee-Lynches Regional Council of Governments, and a grant provided by USDA…
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City Manager’s Spotlight
April 4, 2016
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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Columbia Housing Authority to host 29th Annual Wall of Fame Ceremony
April 4, 2016
Columbia Housing Authority (CHA) will host the 29th Annual Wall of Fame Ceremony Wednesday, April 6, 2016 at 11 a.m. in the Drew Wellness Center gym, 2101 Walker Solomon Way.…
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Candice Lively announces candidacy for Solicitor
April 4, 2016
Lexington County attorney Candice Lively formally announced her candidacy for 11th Circuit Solicitor this week, saying a “fresh face” is needed to implement critical improvements in the Solicitor’s Office. .…
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Arik Bjorn announces candidacy for 2nd Congressional District of South Carolina
April 4, 2016
At the Lexington County Democratic Party Executive Committee meeting, Arik Bjorn publicly announced his candidacy for South Carolina’s 2nd Congressional seat. Bjorn described his campaign vision: “We are Government. When ‘We…
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District accepting nominations for Richland One Hall of Fame
April 4, 2016
Richland One is accepting nominations for its 2016 Hall of Fame induction class. Persons, living or deceased, who have made significant contributions to the school district, their communities, their professions…
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Ozone season begins April 1 – DHEC to provide daily ozone forecast
April 1, 2016Ozone season begins April 1 and the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control has begun issuing daily forecasts for ground-level ozone, the agency announced today. High concentrations of ozone…
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City of Columbia to host National Youth Violence Prevention Week activities
April 1, 2016
In recognition of National Youth Violence Prevention Week, the City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department and the Columbia Police Department have partnered to host a series of youth violence…
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Richland County Month in Review: March
April 1, 2016
The following are highlights from Richland County Government in March: Richland County established a new contact for flood-related issues. A monitored email account, [email protected], was set up for residents to…
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City of Columbia’s #LoveColumbia photo challenge returns for spring 2016
March 31, 2016
The City of Columbia’s photo challenge, #LoveColumbia, will begin accepting submissions on Friday, April 1, 2016. #LoveColumbia Photo Challenge encourages residents to submit photos expressing what they love about the…
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Greenville business leader announces for State House District 22
March 30, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Jason Elliott, a former District Director for Jim DeMint, announced his candidacy for the South Carolina House of Representatives this morning. Outlining a plan that would focus…
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City of Columbia notice of public hearing
March 30, 2016
Adoption of Ordinance No.: 2015-099 Public notice is hereby given that the Columbia City Council will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, April 5, 2016, 2016 at 6:00 P.M.…
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City announces Know Your City Campaign
March 30, 2016
On March 29, 2016, the City of Columbia Public and Media Relations Department announced the new public education campaign, Know Your City. This campaign is geared towards effectively educating citizens…
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