President declares disaster for State of South Carolina and 13 counties
October 11, 2016
In response to Governor Nikki Haley’s request, President Barack Obama declared a major disaster exists in the State of South Carolina and ordered Federal aid to supplement state and local…
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Advertisement of vacancy on various boards and commissions
October 11, 2016
The City of Columbia is accepting applications to fill one vacancy on the following boards and commissions. Election Commission Seeking one (1) Applicant for Appointment. Applicant must reside within the…
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Richland County employees learn latest tactics for keeping data safe and secure
October 11, 2016Richland County employees are brushing up on the latest protocols for keeping sensitive information safe and secure. The Information Technology (IT) department is spotlighting the importance of cybersecurity throughout…
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City of Charleston Hurricane Matthew Recovery Update
October 11, 2016
Each department within the City of Charleston remains hard at work on storm recovery efforts. The City’s Citizen Information Line (843-973-7219) will remain active during business hours, 8:30 a.m. –…
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City parking tickets written in error to be dismissed
October 11, 2016
Due to Hurricane Matthew, the City of Charleston is not writing parking tickets for meter violations today, Monday, October 10, 2016. Apparently, contrary to this policy, some citations were mistakenly…
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Greenville City Fire Department and Bon Secours St. Francis Health System partner on public safety initiatives
October 10, 2016Chief Stephen Kovalcik announced today that the Greenville City Fire Department (GCFD) and Bon Secours St. Francis Health System have joined forces on two important initiatives designed to make…
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City of Cayce issues update in Hurricane Matthew aftermath
October 10, 2016The City of Cayce issued the following updates in the aftermath of Hurricane Matthew: City Offices will be Open and operating at normal hours starting Monday morning. City trash and…
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Residents reminded of statewide burn ban
October 10, 2016
The S.C. Forestry Commission has a statewide burning ban in effect until further notice. The ban prohibits outdoor burning, including yard debris burning and burning for forestry, wildlife or agricultural…
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Residents reminded of statewide burn ban
October 10, 2016
The S.C. Forestry Commission has a statewide burning ban in effect until further notice. The ban prohibits outdoor burning, including yard debris burning and burning for forestry, wildlife or agricultural…
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Residents reminded of statewide burn ban
October 10, 2016
Richland County residents are reminded that the S.C. Forestry Commission has a statewide burning ban in effect until further notice. The ban prohibits outdoor burning, including yard debris burning and…
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County of Lexington: “Build Your Own Rain Barrel Workshop” hosted by the Lexington Countywide Stormwater Consortium
October 10, 2016
Friday, October 28, 2016 from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. The Lexington Countywide Stormwater Consortium will host a “Build Your Own Rain Barrel” Workshop on Friday, October 28, 2016 from…
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Evacuation orders lifted for Horry and Georgetown Counties
October 10, 2016In coordination with local officials, Governor Nikki Haley announced Monday that evacuation orders have been lifted for all residents in Horry and Georgetown counties as of 8:00 AM. Orders for…
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Evacuation orders lifted for Beaufort and Jasper counties
October 9, 2016In coordination with local officials, Governor Nikki Haley on Sunday announced that evacuation orders have been lifted for all residents in Beaufort and Jasper counties as of 6:30 PM. At…
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Gov. Nikki Haley expands One SC Fundraising efforts in the wake of Hurricane Matthew
October 9, 2016
Governor Nikki Haley, alongside the Central Carolina Community Foundation, announced a plan to increase fundraising efforts of the One SC Fund to help those impacted by Hurricane Matthew. Established to…
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Gov. Nikki Haley expands One SC Fundraising efforts in the wake of Hurricane Matthew
October 9, 2016
Governor Nikki Haley, alongside the Central Carolina Community Foundation, announced a plan to increase fundraising efforts of the One SC Fund to help those impacted by Hurricane Matthew. Established to…
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Evacuation orders lifted for Charleston, Dorchester, Berkeley and Colleton Counties
October 9, 2016In coordination with local officials, Governor Nikki Haley on Sunday announced that evacuation orders have been lifted for all residents in Charleston, Dorchester, Berkeley and Colleton counties as of 10:00…
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Evacuation orders lifted for Charleston, Dorchester, Berkeley and Colleton Counties
October 9, 2016In coordination with local officials, Governor Nikki Haley on Sunday announced that evacuation orders have been lifted for all residents in Charleston, Dorchester, Berkeley and Colleton counties as of 10:00…
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Evacuation orders lifted for Beaufort and Jasper Counties
October 9, 2016In coordination with local officials, Governor Nikki Haley on Sunday announced that evacuation orders have been lifted for all residents in Beaufort and Jasper counties as of 6:30 PM. At…
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Richland Library to close all locations early Friday & Saturday
October 7, 2016
Due to Inclement Weather All Richland Library locations are closing early at 3:30 p.m., Friday, October 7 and will remain closed Saturday, October 8 due to inclement weather conditions. We…
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Transit agencies will end evacuation services
October 7, 2016
As Hurricane Matthew approaches the state, the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) announces that all transit agencies along the South Carolina coast will be discontinuing emergency and evacuation operations…
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Transit agencies will end evacuation services
October 7, 2016
As Hurricane Matthew approaches the state, the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) announces that all transit agencies along the South Carolina coast will be discontinuing emergency and evacuation operations…
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Clearing of I-26 reversed lanes begun
October 7, 2016
The SC Highway Patrol has begun clearing the reversed, eastbound lanes on I-26. NO traffic will be allowed on the eastbound lanes until the clearing is complete from Charleston to…
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Clearing of I-26 reversed lanes begun
October 7, 2016
The SC Highway Patrol has begun clearing the reversed, eastbound lanes on I-26. NO traffic will be allowed on the eastbound lanes until the clearing is complete from Charleston to…
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City cautions drivers to avoid flood-prone streets and intersections
October 6, 2016
The City of Columbia urges drivers to use caution when driving during severe weather. The following streets and intersections are prone to flooding during heavy rain events. Please avoid these…
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SCDOT prepares for high winds on movable & high bridges
October 6, 2016The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is preparing for increased winds from Hurricane Matthew to impact the state later this week. Moveable swing bridges in the coastal area are…
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SCDOT prepares for high winds on movable & high bridges
October 6, 2016The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is preparing for increased winds from Hurricane Matthew to impact the state later this week. Moveable swing bridges in the coastal area are…
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Evacuees advised to bring comfort items, essential living items to American Red Cross shelters
October 6, 2016County of Lexington advises evacuees to bring comfort and essential living items with them to American Red Cross shelters To receive emergency messages from the County of Lexington to your…
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Gov. Nikki Haley announces evacuation of Horry and Georgetown areas
October 6, 2016
As Hurricane Matthew continues to threaten the southeastern United States, Governor Nikki Haley today ordered an evacuation of coastal areas in and around Horry and Georgetown, South Carolina. Residents and…
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Gov. Nikki Haley announces evacuation of Horry and Georgetown areas
October 6, 2016
As Hurricane Matthew continues to threaten the southeastern United States, Governor Nikki Haley today ordered an evacuation of coastal areas in and around Horry and Georgetown, South Carolina. Residents and…
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County of Lexington advises dam, private reservoir and pond owners to begin lowering water levels
October 6, 2016To receive emergency messages from the County of Lexington to your cell phone, sign up for the County’s 21stCentury Call System here: http://bit.ly/2dUKgyp The Lexington County Department of Public…
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City of Charleston Hurricane Matthew update
October 6, 2016The City of Charleston Municipal Emergency Operations Center (MEOC) moved to OPCON 1 at 3:00 p.m. in coordination with Governor Nikki Haley’s evacuation order. This status fully staffs the EOC…
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County of Lexington update: Shelter to open at White Knoll High School at 3 p.m. and list of pet-friendly hotels
October 5, 2016
The County of Lexington announces that a shelter will open at White Knoll High School, which is the first of several shelters the County has designated, to support evacuees from…
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Richland County prepares for Hurricane Matthew evacuees
October 5, 2016
Richland County elevated its emergency operations status Wednesday morning as preparations ramped up to assist evacuees expected to begin fleeing the coast today ahead of Hurricane Matthew. In response to…
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Greenville CAP unit prepares for hurricane response
October 5, 2016
Greenville’s Civil Air Patrol (CAP) squadron is joining with other units of the South Carolina Wing in preparing for a statewide response to the predicted landfall of Hurricane Matthew later…
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Municipal Court cancellations
October 5, 2016All Municipal Court cases scheduled for Criminal Court, Domestic Violence Court and Traffic Court today through Fridaywill be rescheduled. Defendants, witnesses and victims will be notified by letter. Bond court…
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Richland County prepares for Hurricane Matthew evacuees
October 5, 2016
Richland County elevated its emergency operations status Wednesday morning as preparations ramped up to assist evacuees expected to begin fleeing the coast today ahead of Hurricane Matthew. In response to…
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Gov. Nikki Haley announces evacuation of Charleston and Beaufort areas
October 5, 2016Traffic Lanes of I-26 Will Be Reversed As Hurricane Matthew threatens the southeastern United States, Governor Nikki Haley today ordered an evacuation of coastal areas in and around Charleston…
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Gov. Nikki Haley announces evacuation of Charleston and Beaufort areas
October 5, 2016Traffic Lanes of I-26 Will Be Reversed As Hurricane Matthew threatens the southeastern United States, Governor Nikki Haley today ordered an evacuation of coastal areas in and around Charleston…
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Greenlink assisting with Charleston evacuation efforts
October 5, 2016
Greenlink sent three buses and bus operators, along with a mechanic and a service vehicle, to Charleston this morning to aid with the evacuation of Lowcountry residents. After Governor…
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County of Lexington update: shelter to open at White Knoll High School at 3 p.m. and list of pet-friendly hotels
October 5, 2016
The County of Lexington announces that a shelter will open at White Knoll High School, which is the first of several shelters the County has designated, to support evacuees…
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Richland County Government offices to close Wednesday through Friday
October 5, 2016
The Richland County Voter Registration & Election office to close Wednesday through Friday as the state prepares for coastal evacuations due to Hurricane Matthew. To help ensure voters are prepared…
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Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. recognized for service during 2015 flood event
October 5, 2016Sheriff Lott and the RCSD honored on the first anniversary of the disastrous flooding COLUMBIA, S.C. – Sheriff Leon Lott and the Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. (RCSD) were recognized today…
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Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. recognized for service during 2015 flood event
October 5, 2016Sheriff Lott and the RCSD honored on the first anniversary of the disastrous flooding COLUMBIA, S.C. – Sheriff Leon Lott and the Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. (RCSD) were recognized today…
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City of Charleston prepares for Hurricane Matthew
October 4, 2016As of 6 p.m., The City of Charleston is operating at OPCON 4. The city’s Emergency Management Department is in close communication with Charleston County and other local agencies about…
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Football fans invited to FREE Certified SC Grown tailgate October 8
October 4, 2016
Before the South Carolina Gamecocks and the Georgia Bulldogs face off this Saturday, come visit the South Carolina Department of Agriculture’s annual Certified SC Grown tailgate, October 8 from 3:00…
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Hurricane Matthew – Greenville County Schools impact
October 4, 2016
At the request of Governor Nikki Haley Greenville County Schools will provide at least 280 buses and drivers to assist with evacuations from the coast because of Hurricane Matthew. Those…
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SCDOT provides lane reversal route information
October 4, 2016
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is providing the following information about the highways where lane reversals will be used as part of the coastal evacuation as Hurricane Matthew…
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SCDOT to host alternatives public information meeting on I-20/26/126 Corridor Project
October 3, 2016
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) invites the public to attend the Alternatives Public Information Meeting to learn more about alternatives being considered for the Carolina Crossroads I-20/26/126 Corridor…
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Public invited to “Try Transit” in October
October 3, 2016
Mayor Knox White has proclaimed October as “Try Transit Month” in the city of Greenville and Greenlink has a full schedule of events designed to raise awareness of the economic…
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City of Columbia and Richland County receive Outstanding Planning Project – Multi-jurisdictional award from SCAPA
October 3, 2016
The City of Columbia and Richland County were recently recognized by the SC Chapter of the American Planning Association (SCAPA) with the Outstanding Planning Project – Multi-jurisdictional award. Plan…
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