Leesa Aiken accepts SCSL Agency Director position
May 25, 2016COLUMBIA, 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, 2016The 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, 2016COLUMBIA—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, 2016COLUMBIA—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, 2016Strengthening 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, 2016IRMO, 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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City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department’s 2016 Senior Trips Program
May 24, 2016COLUMBIA, SC – The City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department invites adults age 50 and older to explore several fun and exciting locations during the 2016 Senior Trips program.…
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Haley, Governors ask FCC to change contraband cellphone regulations
May 23, 2016“States must have the flexibility and authority to eradicate this threat to the public safety in our states” COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley and fellow governors from across the…
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Haley, Governors ask FCC to change contraband cellphone regulations
May 23, 2016“States must have the flexibility and authority to eradicate this threat to the public safety in our states” COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley and fellow governors from across the…
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City of Cayce announces new Police Chief Byron Snellgrove
May 23, 2016The City of Cayce is thrilled to welcome Byron Snellgrove as the new Cayce Police Chief. Chief Snellgrove will be taking the place of Charles McNair who retired after 16…
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Gov. Nikki Haley announces new website and county challenge for domestic violence
May 23, 2016www.SafePlaceSC.sc.gov Provides Citizens With Resources For Domestic Violence Governor Nikki Haley began the Statewide Domestic Violence Summit by announcing a new website aimed at providing information and resources to domestic…
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Gov. Nikki Haley announces new website and county challenge for domestic violence
May 23, 2016www.SafePlaceSC.sc.gov Provides Citizens With Resources For Domestic Violence Governor Nikki Haley began the Statewide Domestic Violence Summit by announcing a new website aimed at providing information and resources to domestic…
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DEW Executive Director Cheryl Stanton’s April 2016 Employment Statement
May 22, 2016“It is encouraging to see the large number of people entering the labor force – and finding work. More people are working then ever in our state’s history. South Carolinians…
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South Carolina’s Employment Situation April 2016
May 22, 2016Employment Growth Maintains Momentum Unemployment Rate Inches Upward The number of people working in South Carolina increased to a new record in April 2016, rising by 7,268 to 2,181,923. During…
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Taylors Fire and Sewer District receives top rating
May 20, 2016Taylors Fire and Sewer District is pleased to announce the district has been notified that it has received a satisfactory rating by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental…
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Gantt Fire and Sewer District dedicates new headquarters
May 20, 2016Gantt Fire and Sewer District announced the opening of the district’s new headquarters located at 1201 White Horse Road in Greenville. The district’s Board of Commissioners recently hosted a dedication…
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County of Lexington replacing trees on South Lake Drive
May 20, 2016The County of Lexington will begin the process of replacing 16 trees along South Lake Drive on Saturday, May 21, in an effort to provide required clearance for overhead utility…
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Taylors Fire and Sewer District receives top rating
May 20, 2016Taylors Fire and Sewer District is pleased to announce the district has been notified that it has received a satisfactory rating by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental…
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B. Smith to speak about Alzheimer’s at South Carolina State House
May 20, 2016COLUMBIA, SC – On Thursday, May 26, 2016, at 10:00 a.m., the State House will usher in June as Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month with a special press conference featuring…
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Gantt Fire and Sewer District dedicates new headquarters
May 20, 2016Gantt Fire and Sewer District announced the opening of the district’s new headquarters located at 1201 White Horse Road in Greenville. The district’s Board of Commissioners recently hosted a dedication…
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National Bike Month 2016
May 19, 2016National Bike Month is an opportunity to celebrate the unique power of the bicycle and the many reasons to ride. Check out what’s going here: https://www.facebook.com/BikePedestrianAdvisoryCommitteebpac/
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City to launch Career Portal
May 19, 2016On May 31, the City of Columbia will launch a new, easy-to-use online employment application solution. With the new solution you will be able to apply for positions on-line, get…
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City Council meets on budget
May 18, 2016By Temple Ligon City budget readied for public hearing and first reading On June 7, the city will have a public hearing and a first reading on its budget…
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City of Columbia recognized as 2016 Playful City USA Community
May 18, 2016The City of Columbia is being honored with a 2016 Playful City USA designation for the third time. Celebrating its 10th anniversary, the national recognition program honors cities and towns…
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Greenville recognized as 2016 Playful City
May 18, 2016As part of its annual “Playability Week,” KaBOOM! announced that Greenville is among 257 cities and towns across the United States named as 2016 Playful City USA communities. This is…
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Graham supports Zika funding
May 18, 2016WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) made this statement after voting to move forward with legislation which provides $1.1 billion in funding for American efforts to stop…
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Graham supports Zika funding
May 18, 2016WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) made this statement after voting to move forward with legislation which provides $1.1 billion in funding for American efforts to stop…
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House overrides Governor’s Farm Aid veto
May 17, 2016House Speaker Jay Lucas (District 65-Darlington) issued the following statement today after the South Carolina House of Representatives voted overwhelmingly (112-2) to override Governor Haley’s Farm Aid veto. “The South…
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House overrides Governor’s Farm Aid veto
May 17, 2016House Speaker Jay Lucas (District 65-Darlington) issued the following statement today after the South Carolina House of Representatives voted overwhelmingly (112-2) to override Governor Haley’s Farm Aid veto. “The South…
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Two groups receive apprenticeship grants for innovative workforce programs
May 17, 2016The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce and the Tri-County Technical College have been awarded apprenticeship grants from the State Workforce Development Board (SWDB), which made available $267,000 for innovative apprenticeship…
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Two groups receive apprenticeship grants for innovative workforce programs
May 17, 2016The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce and the Tri-County Technical College have been awarded apprenticeship grants from the State Workforce Development Board (SWDB), which made available $267,000 for innovative apprenticeship…
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Weathers calls for veto override, says Governor’s action is unfair to South Carolina farmers
May 16, 2016Commissioner of Agriculture Hugh Weathers today opposed Governor Haley’s veto of flood relief legislation for South Carolina farmers and urged the General Assembly to override the veto when they return…
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Weathers calls for veto override, says Governor’s action is unfair to South Carolina farmers
May 16, 2016Commissioner of Agriculture Hugh Weathers today opposed Governor Haley’s veto of flood relief legislation for South Carolina farmers and urged the General Assembly to override the veto when they return…
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Ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate a completed project under the Transportation Penny Program
May 16, 2016Richland County and the Richland Penny Program will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony for a newly constructed sidewalk on Windover Street onsite at 11a.m. on Friday, May 20. Windover Street is…
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AT&T makes donation to Plant it Forward SC
May 16, 2016AT&T donated $10,000 to Plant it Forward South Carolina, an initiative by South Carolina Advocates for Agriculture, on May 13, 2016. Plant it Forward SC will provide relief funds specifically…
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A Conversation with Harry Lesesne, Executive Director, The Charleston Parks Conservancy
May 16, 2016LowcountryBizSC Podcast Series’ mission is to support leadership in Giving Back, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Continuous Education, the Knowledge Economy and the Arts. Giving Back, The Arts The Charleston Parks Conservancy and…
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Honoring a love for writing, reading & learning
May 16, 2016Nominations Sought for Lucy Hampton Bostick Award . Do you know someone who has made a difference in the literary world? The Richland Library Friends want to hear from you.…
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Richland County Council defends penny against state DOR assault
May 12, 2016The South Carolina Department of Revenue has overstepped its legal authority in withholding the proceeds of a voter-approved penny sales tax from Richland County, and in the process has put…
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Extended office hours – Saturday, May 14, 2016
May 10, 2016The deadline to register to vote for the June 14, 2016 Primary Election is Saturday, May 14, 2016. For your convenience, our office will be open on Saturday, May 14,…
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Call to Chapin property owners: maintain your properties to avoid fines
May 9, 2016New guidelines passed in November are designed to improve Town’s appearance Chapin Town Council strengthened Chapter 10 (Health and Sanitation) Public Nuisances section of its town code last November to…
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Call to Chapin property owners: maintain your properties to avoid fines
May 9, 2016New guidelines passed in November are designed to improve Town’s appearance Chapin Town Council strengthened Chapter 10 (Health and Sanitation) Public Nuisances section of its town code last November to…
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U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) on 2016 Elections
May 6, 2016WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today made this statement on the 2016 elections. “It’s hard to believe that in a nation of more than 300 million Americans…
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U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) on 2016 Elections
May 6, 2016WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today made this statement on the 2016 elections. “It’s hard to believe that in a nation of more than 300 million Americans…
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Lexington County Sheriff’s Department to participate in ‘Relay for Life’
May 4, 2016The Lexington County Sheriff’s Department has formed a team to take part in the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life. Relay for Life of Lexington is scheduled for Friday, May…
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SBA launches 3rd Annual Growth Accelerator Fund Competition
May 2, 2016WASHINGTON, DC – For the third year, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is launching an Accelerator Growth Fund competition for accelerators and other entrepreneurial ecosystem models to compete for…
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SBA launches 3rd Annual Growth Accelerator Fund Competition
May 2, 2016WASHINGTON, DC – For the third year, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is launching an Accelerator Growth Fund competition for accelerators and other entrepreneurial ecosystem models to compete for…
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Fire Department to offer “Sidewalk CPR” at two downtown locations
April 28, 2016The Greenville City Fire Department (GCFD) will hold two “Sidewalk CPR” events in downtown Greenville tomorrow (April 29). One will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at ONE City…
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Candidate forums planned for Lexington County Council and Solicitor candidates at Chapin Town Hall
April 28, 2016Chapin area residents will have an opportunity to meet the candidates running to fill the seat held by Lexington County Council member Johnny Jeffcoat as well as the candidates running…
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Clyburn Statement on Smith Amendment to the NDAA on the Confederate Battle Flag
April 27, 2016WASHINGTON – Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn released the following statement on the House Armed Services Committee’s markup of the National Defense Authorization Act: “I strongly support Ranking Member…
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Clyburn Statement on Smith Amendment to the NDAA on the Confederate Battle Flag
April 27, 2016WASHINGTON – Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn released the following statement on the House Armed Services Committee’s markup of the National Defense Authorization Act: “I strongly support Ranking Member…
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