DEW cuts 2016 Unemployment Tax Rate
November 3, 2015
For the second consecutive year, the S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) is cutting the Unemployment Insurance (UI) tax rate, saving South Carolina businesses more than $151 million over…
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Richland County to conduct Aerial Mosquito Treatments in Lower Richland
November 2, 2015
Aerial Spraying Delayed Until Thursday, Nov. 5 – Weather Permitting COLUMBIA, SC – Richland County Vector Control is coordinating aerial mosquito treatments, weather permitting, to treat more than 100,000 acres in…
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Eckstrom issues state travel report for fiscal 2015
November 2, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – SC Controller Richard Eckstrom has issued the latest state Travel Report detailing amounts spent on travel by every state agency in the fiscal year that ended June…
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Richland County Month in Review: October
November 2, 2015
The following are highlights from Richland County Government in October: Unprecedented flooding devastated much of Richland County, and South Carolina, at the beginning of October. Washed out roads and breached…
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City of Columbia Municipal Election Tuesday, November 3, 2015
November 2, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2015 from 7:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. All voting precincts have been inspected by Richland County and no changes have been made…
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City of Columbia Firefighters Association endorses Andy Smith for at-large City Council seat
October 29, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – During a press conference today near the First Responder’s Remembrance Memorial, at the intersection of Lincoln and Senate streets, Victor Kemper and the City of Columbia Firefighters Association…
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City of Columbia Firefighters Association endorses Andy Smith for at-large City Council seat
October 29, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – During a press conference today near the First Responder’s Remembrance Memorial, at the intersection of Lincoln and Senate streets, Victor Kemper and the City of Columbia Firefighters Association…
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Deadlines Approach for Disaster Unemployment Assistance
October 28, 2015
Deadlines to apply for Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) are nearing for 19 of the 24 counties that have been declared eligible for individual assistance by FEMA. Those 19 counties have…
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Library consultants seek input for new James Island branch
October 28, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – The public has spoken, but we need to hear more. Last November, Charleston County Public Library asked residents if they wanted to pay to build new libraries…
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Additional disaster recovery center opens in Colleton County to help South Carolina flood survivors
October 28, 2015COLUMBIA, S.C. – A disaster recovery center is open in Walterboro to help South Carolina flood survivors. This Colleton County center is open 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM Monday through Saturday. It…
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Richland County officials to travel to Nashville to gather flood-related lessons
October 28, 2015
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC – A small contingent of Richland County Council and County management will travel to Nashville today to meet with officials who helped the Tennessee city rebound from the…
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29 Counties declared Primary Natural Disaster Areas By U.S. Department of Agriculture
October 28, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley today announced that United States Department of Agriculture Secretary Thomas J. Vilsack has issued a disaster designation for counties in South Carolina that suffered damage…
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Public and Individual Assistance for storm damage, response costs approved for additional counties
October 28, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Greenville and Spartanburg Counties were approved by the Federal Emergency Management Agency for Individual Assistance, allowing survivors who sustained losses from the flood to apply for assistance. Assistance…
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Lexington County Councilman Ned Tolar to hold Constituent Service Night
October 28, 2015
LEXINGTON COUNTY, SC – Lexington County Councilman Ned Tolar will hold a special Constituent Service Night tomorrow (Wednesday, Oct. 28.) It will be held from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm…
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DHEC and ACS working together to help more women access Breast Cancer Screenings
October 26, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – With Breast Cancer Awareness Month under way, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) and the American Cancer Society (ACS) are taking the opportunity…
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Geography Legislator of the Year Award to representative Kenny Bingham
October 26, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Representative Kenneth “Kenny” Bingham, South Carolina House District 89, was recently named the Geography Legislator of the Year by the South Carolina Geographic Alliance. Mr. Bingham was recognized…
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New GASB guidelines on tax abatements
October 26, 2015
Local Governments change how Tax Abatements are reported COLUMBIA, SC – New accounting requirements that go into effect in December will change the way local governments must report economic…
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SCDOT’s Sunday, Oct. 25, update on flooding impacts in South Carolina
October 26, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) Acting Secretary Christy A. Hall has issued her Sunday, Oct. 25, update on the transportation system in South Carolina. Secretary Hall’s…
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Richland County First to grant tax extension in wake of natural disaster
October 22, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Today, Richland County announced that the South Carolina Department of Revenue approved its plan to extend property tax payment deadlines (for non-vehicle taxes) an additional 30 days.…
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City of Columbia Municipal Election Tuesday, November 3, 2015
October 22, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The Richland County Elections & Voter Registration Office will open for absentee voting onSaturday, October 24, 2015 from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at 2020 Hampton Street.…
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Additional disaster recovery center opens in Calhoun County to help South Carolina flood survivors
October 22, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – A new disaster recovery center is open in St. Matthews to help South Carolina flood survivors. This Calhoun County center is open 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM…
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Mayor Steve Benjamin endorses Andy Smith for at-large City Council seat
October 22, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – During a press conference in front of Columbia City Hall, Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin formally endorsed local non-profit leader Andy Smith for the Councilmember at-large seat in…
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Vista Neighborhood Association to Host City Council Candidate Forum
October 22, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The Vista Neighborhood Association will host a city council candidate forum for at-large candidates in the Nov. 3 election at City Club at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday,…
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Gov. Nikki Haley announces next Department of Transportation Secretary
October 22, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley announced Christy Hall as the next Secretary of the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT). “Many of you know Christy Hall – she has been…
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Mayor Steve Benjamin endorses Andy Smith for at-large City Council seat
October 22, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – During a press conference in front of Columbia City Hall, Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin formally endorsed local non-profit leader Andy Smith for the Councilmember at-large seat in…
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Vista Neighborhood Association to Host City Council Candidate Forum
October 22, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The Vista Neighborhood Association will host a city council candidate forum for at-large candidates in the Nov. 3 election at City Club at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday,…
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City council meets
October 21, 2015
By Temple Ligon Columbia City Council held an executive session Tuesday afternoon at 4:00 and a regular meeting at 6:00. Hotel deal Under “Receipt of legal advice which relates to…
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Richland County flood information update
October 21, 2015
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC Helping Pets Return Home: Richland County and the City of Columbia are helping reunite displaced pets with their owners. If you are housing a displaced pet, please…
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Gov. Haley Secures Disaster Unemployment Assistance Eligibility for two more counties
October 21, 2015
COLUMBIA,SC – Gov. Nikki Haley and the S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) announced today that Fairfield and Marion are eligible to receive Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) after FEMA…
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Wounded Warrior Project awards Palmetto Carriage Works with honorary plaque
October 21, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – On October 15, Palmetto Carriage Works hosted 52 Wounded Warriors at the Big Red Barn and toured them around the historic city. The soldiers awarded Palmetto Carriage…
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Applications for Service Academy Nominations due Monday, October 26th at 5PM
October 21, 2015
WASHINGTON – The Office of U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) is accepting applications for Service Academy Nominations through Monday, October 26th at 5PM. High school students interested in attending one of…
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Laugh for a Cause: Performance of A Christmas Story to benefit local children
October 21, 2015
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC — Residents can enjoy an early helping of Christmas cheer at a special holiday event that offers lots of festive fun while also benefiting the wellbeing of…
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Public assistance for storm damage, response costs approved for six additional counties
October 21, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Public Assistance was approved by the Federal Emergency Management Agency for six additional South Carolina counties to help them recover from October’s severe flooding. This assistance from…
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SCDEW appoints chief legal officer and strategic advisor
October 21, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce announced the appointment of Susan Maupin Boone as chief legal officer and strategic advisor to the executive director. Boone will…
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SBA opens Business Recovery Center in Charleston County
October 20, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – The U.S. Small Business Administration announced the opening of a Business Recovery Center in Charleston County, Wednesday, Oct. 21 to assist business owners in applying for low interest disaster…
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Richland County vector control spraying to control increased mosquito activity
October 20, 2015
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC – This month’s historic flooding, paired with warm temperatures, has led to increased mosquito activity in some parts of Richland County. To combat the problem, Richland County…
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Additional disaster recovery center opens in Gadsden to help South Carolina flood survivors
October 20, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – A new disaster recovery center is open in Gadsden to help South Carolina flood survivors. This Richland County center is open 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM seven…
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SCDOT debris pickup continues in four counties
October 20, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Contractors working for the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) to pick up flooding debris are working in the following counties on Tuesday, October 20: Dorchester County…
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S.C. Department of Commerce announces new Director of Global Business Development
October 20, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Department of Commerce announced that Nelson Lindsay has joined the agency as the Director of Global Business Development. In this role, Lindsay will be…
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Gov. Nikki Haley announces Kevin A. Shwedo as State Disaster Recovery Coordinator
October 19, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley announced Kevin A. Shwedo, who has served as Executive Director of the South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles since 2011, as the State Disaster Recovery…
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Gov. Nikki Haley to host Team South Carolina in Richland County on Tuesday
October 19, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley will visit Richland County on Tuesday, October 20, for the next Team South Carolina flood relief event. Team South Carolina in Richland County will…
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Riverfront Park to remain closed for repairs
October 16, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Riverfront Park, located at 312 Laurel Street, is temporarily closed to the public due to repairs that are needed after the October 2015 flood, the City of Columbia…
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SCDOT maps out plan for repairing highway system
October 16, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) Acting Secretary Christy A. Hall has unveiled a plan to repair the highways and bridges in South Carolina. The list of repairs needed…
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Richland County Vector Control spraying to control increased mosquito activity
October 16, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – This month’s historic flooding, paired with warm temperatures, has led to increased mosquito activity in some parts of Richland County. To combat the problem, Richland County Vector Control…
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“Build Your Own Rain Barrel Workshop” hosted by the Lexington Countywide Stormwater Consortium
October 15, 2015
LEXINGTON, SC – The Lexington Countywide Stormwater Consortium will host a “Build Your Own Rain Barrel” Workshop on Friday, October 30, 2015 from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at the Public Works…
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Newberry County designated for federal assistance after flooding
October 15, 2015COLUMBIA, SC- The Federal Emergency Management Agency has amended its disaster declaration for the recent flooding in order to make survivors in Newberry County eligible for Individual Assistance. Survivors who…
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House begins flood recovery response
October 15, 2015
Ways and Means Committee will Conduct Hearings to Initiate Process COLUMBIA, SC – House Speaker Jay Lucas (District 65-Darlington) issued the following statement regarding the House’s plans to address…
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All City of Columbia customers no longer under boil water advisory
October 15, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – City officials are pleased to announce that as of 4 p.m., Wednesday, October 14, 2015, all areas served by the City of Columbia’s Water Works no longer need…
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Richland County Flood Information Update for Oct. 14
October 15, 2015
Tax Tips for Replacing Flooded Vehicles: The Richland County Auditor offers the following tips for residents whose vehicles were destroyed in the flood: If you intend to purchase another automobile…
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Additional disaster recovery centers in South Carolina open in Horry County
October 14, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Two disaster recovery centers are now open in Horry County to help South Carolina flood survivors. The centers’ hours are 8 AM to 7 PM seven days a…
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