The City is Accepting Applications for its P.E.A.R Program
August 4, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The City’s Community Development Department is accepting applications for its Property Enhancement Assistance for Rental Housing (P.E.A.R) program. Eligible investors can borrow up to a $50,000 with…
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Richland County Council is engaging citizens in shaping local government policies
August 4, 2015
Board and Commission Vacancies COLUMBIA, SC — Richland County Council provides a wide variety of Boards and Commissions that encourages its members to participate in discussions that affect and shape…
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Richland County Month in Review: July
August 3, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The following are highlights from Richland County Government in July: Richland County’s latest tool to save taxpayer dollars and aid efforts to attract industry are two commercial-grade…
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Scott receives awards for commitment to protecting South Carolina families
August 1, 2015
Named NRFs Heroes of Main Street and CCAGWs Taxpayer Super Hero in Same Week WASHINGTON, SC – U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) proudly accepted two awards this week that…
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Scott receives awards for commitment to protecting South Carolina families
August 1, 2015
Named NRFs Heroes of Main Street and CCAGWs Taxpayer Super Hero in Same Week WASHINGTON, SC – U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) proudly accepted two awards this week that…
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Graham on Turkey and ISISL
July 27, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) made this statement on Turkey and the fight against ISIL. “Turkey’s decision to assist the fight against ISIL is a step…
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Wofford to host Republican presidential candidate Jindal Aug. 20
July 27, 2015
Part of U.S. Sen. Tim Scott’s Town Hall series SPARTANBURG, SC – Wofford College will be the site for a Town Hall event hosted by U.S. Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.)…
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Party primaries Scheduled For August 11
July 27, 2015
GREENVILLE SC – Party primaries for the City of Greenville municipal elections will be held on Tuesday, August 11. Absentee voting is currently available at the Greenville County Voter Registration Office located at Greenville…
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City Of Charleston Awarded Outstanding Achievement City Livability Award From USCM
July 22, 2015
Mayor to Also Announce a Major Donation to the Programs CHARLESTON, SC – On June 20, 2015, The City of Charleston received an Outstanding Achievement City Livability Award from…
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City of Columbia Announces #LoveColumbia 2015 Winners
July 22, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The #LoveColumbia Photo Challenge is a City initiative that encouraged citizens of Columbia to submit photos via social media of the images they love in the City.…
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Richland County Penny Projects Lead to More Green Space Down the Road
July 22, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The Richland County Transportation Penny Program is paving the way for more public access to green spaces and the conservation of hundreds of acres of wetlands and other…
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New South Carolina State Government Documents for June 2015
July 22, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Digital State Documents Depository provides access to publications produced by state agencies and state-supported academic institutions. These publications provide citizens with crucial information about state government,…
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Richland County Penny Projects Lead to More Green Space Down the Road
July 22, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The Richland County Transportation Penny Program is paving the way for more public access to green spaces and the conservation of hundreds of acres of wetlands and…
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Municipal Association of SC elects new board members for 2015-2016 at Annual Meeting
July 22, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Delegates at the Municipal Association of South Carolina’s Annual Meeting elected officers and board members to the Association’s board of directors. Mayor Alys Lawson, City of Conway,…
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Association of South Carolina Mayors elects new officers and board members
July 22, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The Association of South Carolina Mayors met on Friday, July 17, at the Municipal Association of South Carolina’s Annual Meeting and elected new officers and board members.…
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Association of South Carolina Mayors elects new officers and board members
July 22, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The Association of South Carolina Mayors met on Friday, July 17, at the Municipal Association of South Carolina’s Annual Meeting and elected new officers and board members.…
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City Council Votes Tuesday on Emanuel Nine Resolution
July 20, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Charleston City Councilman William Dudley Gregorie has submitted a resolution to honor the nine members of Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church who were slain June 17. If…
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Town of Lexington Unveils Next Phase of Vision Plan
July 20, 2015
LEXINGTON, SC – The Town of Lexington announces the newest phase of the Vision Plan, a “roadmap” for development in the Town of Lexington over the next 20 years by prioritizing…
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Bryan Clifton announces candidacy for S.C. House
July 20, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Bryan Clifton, local businessman, says it’s time for “a fresh, new voice” to represent Irmo and Chapin. Today he announced his candidacy for State House District 85.…
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Gov. Nikki Haley, Gen. Bob Livingston Announce Increased Security Measures For Guard Facilities
July 20, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – As a result of the shooting at Chattanooga Armed Forces recruitment centers, Governor Nikki Haley and Major General Bob Livingston, working together with law enforcement including South…
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Gov. Nikki Haley, Gen. Bob Livingston Announce Increased Security Measures For Guard Facilities
July 20, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – As a result of the shooting at Chattanooga Armed Forces recruitment centers, Governor Nikki Haley and Major General Bob Livingston, working together with law enforcement including South…
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Lancaster, SC earns cultural arts district designation
July 17, 2015
LANCASTER , SC – The S.C. Arts Commission has named Lancaster, S.C.’s downtown as the second state-recognized cultural district in South Carolina. A cultural district is an easily identifiable geographic area…
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Senator Scott: One month later, lessons from families ring loud
July 17, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) released the following statement one month after the tragedy at Emanuel AME Church in Charleston. One month ago, our city and our…
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Senator Scott: One month later, lessons from families ring loud
July 17, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) released the following statement one month after the tragedy at Emanuel AME Church in Charleston. One month ago, our city and our…
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Greenlink Installs Bike Repair Station
July 15, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Greenlink has installed a new bicycle repair station on W. McBee Avenue outside the downtown transfer center. Sponsored by Southern First Bank, the new station is available for…
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Charleston Water System Earns Triple-A Rating from Moody’s, S&P
July 15, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Charleston Water System has earned the highest possible bond ratings from Moody’s and Standard & Poor’s and is now one of only 10 combined water and wastewater utilities…
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Wilson Statement on Iran Nuclear Deal
July 14, 2015
COLUMBIA, DC – Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) issued the following statement after President Obama announced a nuclear agreement with Iran: “I am disappointed that President Obama has made more concessions…
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City of Columbia tosses the bin for recycling roll carts
July 14, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The City of Columbia Solid Waste Division announced that the curbside recycling program will be upgraded from the 18-gallon bins to 95-gallon roll carts for residents. “Today,…
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Grants awarded to improve 34 South Carolina communities
July 12, 2015More than 30 communities across the state are slated to benefit from public improvement projects supported by nearly $16.3 million in funds from the latest round of the Community Development…
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Grants awarded to improve 34 South Carolina communities
July 12, 2015
More than 30 communities across the state are slated to benefit from public improvement projects supported by nearly $16.3 million in funds from the latest round of the Community Development…
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Graham applauds South Carolina State Legislature’s vote to take down Confederate Battle Flag
July 10, 2015
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) made the following statement on the South Carolina Legislature’s vote in favor of removing the Confederate Battle Flag from Statehouse grounds. “This…
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Graham applauds South Carolina State Legislature’s vote to take down Confederate Battle Flag
July 10, 2015
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) made the following statement on the South Carolina Legislature’s vote in favor of removing the Confederate Battle Flag from Statehouse grounds. “This…
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Statement From Mayor Joe Riley Re: Flag Removal From State Grounds
July 9, 2015
“Today, in South Carolina, division has been replaced with unity. Our state capitol building — a building that belongs to all South Carolinians — will house flags that belong to…
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Congressman Wilson applauds passage of Student Success Act
July 8, 2015
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) issued the following statement after the House of Representatives passed H.R. 5, the Student Success Act. “Over the past few years, the Obama…
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Angel Investors Have Until July 31 to Apply for Tax Credit
July 7, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Investors now have more time to apply for Angel Investor Tax Credits thanks to a request from the South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) and the state legislature’s…
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Angel Investors Have Until July 31 to Apply for Tax Credit
July 7, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Investors now have more time to apply for Angel Investor Tax Credits thanks to a request from the South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) and the state legislature’s…
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Treasurer Reclaims $60 Million in Insurance Policies for SC Citizens
July 7, 2015This week the State Treasurer’s Office staff searched for and located two beneficiaries of life insurance policies totaling $325,925. The beneficiaries did not know the policies existed or that the…
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Treasurer Reclaims $60 Million in Insurance Policies for SC Citizens
July 7, 2015This week the State Treasurer’s Office staff searched for and located two beneficiaries of life insurance policies totaling $325,925. The beneficiaries did not know the policies existed or that the…
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Treasurer Reclaims $60 Million in Insurance Policies for SC Citizens
July 7, 2015
This week the State Treasurer’s Office staff searched for and located two beneficiaries of life insurance policies totaling $325,925. The beneficiaries did not know the policies existed or that the…
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Statement From Gov. Nikki Haley on SC Senate Vote to Remove Confederate Battle Flag
July 6, 2015
“Senate today rose to this historic occasion” COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley today issued the following statement: “The South Carolina Senate today rose to this historic occasion, with a…
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Statement From Gov. Nikki Haley on SC Senate Vote to Remove Confederate Battle Flag
July 6, 2015
“Senate today rose to this historic occasion” COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley today issued the following statement: “The South Carolina Senate today rose to this historic occasion, with a…
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Richland County Community Development Honored Nationally for Local Initiatives
July 6, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Richland County Community Development was presented with a national award for its continued efforts to improve local communities with several projects and initiatives. The John A. Sasso Award…
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Principal Appointed To Workforce Development Board
July 6, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC — Building a better workforce and improving job placement services have been of interest to Bobby Cunningham for some time. Cunningham is principal of the W.R. Rogers Adult,…
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Kershaw Co. Sheriff’s Office Deploys Body Cameras
July 6, 2015
Finally, all Kershaw County Sheriff’s Office uniformed deputies who work in an enforcement capacity are wearing Taser Axon body cameras. Effective July 2, 2015 the final training session in the…
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City of Columbia Water and Sewer Rate Changes
July 1, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – On Tuesday, June 16, 2015, City Council approved water and sewer rate increases that will take effect on July 1, 2015. To help better understand how the rate increases might…
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Keep the Midlands Beautiful Receives $10,000 Grant from Lowe’s
June 30, 2015
Keep America Beautiful/Lowe’s Grant Supports Cayce, South Carolina Community Improvement Project COLUMBIA, SC – Keep the Midlands Beautiful today announced that Lowe’s has awarded a $10,000 grant to support Keep the Midlands…
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SC Alliance of Health Plans Issues Statement on King v. Burwell Decision
June 29, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The Supreme Court’s decision in the King v. Burwell case today brings important clarity and certainty to ACA and to the health insurance markets in South Carolina. The federally provided subsidies for qualified…
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Chaplain Named Volunteer of the Year for Twenty Years of Visiting, Guiding Detainees
June 29, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – A familiar face has been visiting the detainees and staff of Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center for more than 20 years, spreading light, hope and guidance to…
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City of Columbia Water and Sewer Rate Changes
June 29, 2015On Tuesday, June 16, 2015, City Council approved water and sewer rate increases that will take effect on July 1, 2015. To help better understand how the rate increases might affect their bill,…
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Remarks by the President in Eulogy for the Honorable Reverend Clementa Pinckney
June 26, 2015
College of Charleston Charleston, South Carolina THE PRESIDENT: Giving all praise and honor to God. (Applause.) The Bible calls us to hope. To persevere, and have faith in things…
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