Richland County Flood Update Information

  October 7, 2015

Flooding Overview Maps Now Online:  The Richland County GIS team has worked with several partners to provide recovery and assessment support in the form of mapping information. Several maps have…

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Fall for Greenville to accept donations for flood relief efforts

  October 7, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC – Beginning at the pre-event concert Thursday night, and continuing throughout the weekend, Fall for Greenville festival-goers will have an opportunity to support flood victims in the Midlands and…

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Fall for Greenville road closures

  October 7, 2015

GREENVILLE, SC -The following roads will be closed for Fall for Greenville: Thursday, October 8 3:30 p.m.             East Washington Street, from Main Street to Spring Street   7 p.m.                   Main…

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Post storm update, FEMA info

  October 7, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC We are experiencing minor and intermittent flooding downtown in low lying areas which are typically affected by higher tides. Charleston Public Safety resources will continue to monitor road…

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SCAM ALERT: Avoid fraudulent charities looking to profit off flood

  October 7, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – In response to the devastation of the recent flood, many South Carolinians are searching for ways to help victims. The SC Department of Consumer Affairs and Secretary of…

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City of Columbia offices closed Thursday and Friday

  October 7, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Due to hazardous conditions, City of Columbia offices will be closed on Thursday, Oct. 8 and Friday, Oct. 9, for all city operations, with the exception of…

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SCDOT provides flood debris collection information

  October 7, 2015

In anticipation of a major effort to collect debris resulting from the rain and flooding in the state, the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) wants to make the public…

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Lexington County to provide containers for debris removal

  October 7, 2015

LEXINGTON COUNTY, SC – Lexington County is in the planning process to provide roll-off containers in major affected areas for residents to dispose of storm debris. Residents in the Pineglen…

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Mayor’s Walk Against Domestic Violence cancelled

  October 7, 2015

Participants encouraged to volunteer in purple In light of the major recovery effort underway due to the October 2015 Flood, the Mayor’s Walk Against Domestic Violence has been cancelled. Instead…

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City of Columbia debris removal underway today

  October 7, 2015

Select Garbage Service Also to Start Thursday, Oct. 8th The City of Columbia Solid Waste Division is now collecting storm debris from citizens throughout its service area and will continue this…

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Gov. Haley secures Disaster Unemployment Assistance

  October 6, 2015

COLUMBIA , SC – Gov. Nikki Haley and the S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce announced today that Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) will be made available to assist people who…

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City of Columbia works to stabilize Columbia Canal

  October 6, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The City of Columbia Utilities and Engineering Department along with SCE&G and the National Guard are currently working to stabilize and maintain water levels at the Columbia Canal…

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Richland County Solid Waste & Recycling updates

  October 6, 2015

RICHLAND COUNTY, SC – Richland County SW&R will begin normal curbside household trash and garbage collection beginning Wednesday, Oct. 7.Monday/Tuesday collection day customers can also put out their trash on…

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Town of Lexington Updates

  October 6, 2015

LEXINGTON, SC – 1-    Gibson Pond Park will reopen today and the boardwalk/overlook areas will be cordoned off to the public. 2-    Town of Lexington Traffic Court cases for Thursday,…

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City Offices closed Wednesday, October 7

  October 6, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Due to inclement weather, City of Columbia offices will be closed tomorrow, October 7, 2015, for all city operations, with the exception of essential services. City leadership will…

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City of Charleston update after the storm

  October 6, 2015

The following are updates from City of Charleston: The City has shifted from a response to a recovery process. City damage assessment teams are evaluating damage within the City and…

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FEMA Disaster Relief Information for South Carolina

  October 6, 2015

If you live in Charleston, Dorchester, Georgetown, Horry, Lexington, Orangeburg, Richland, or Williamsburg county, you can apply for federal assistance.   Apply at:  http://www.disasterassistance.gov or by calling 800-621-3362 / 800-462-7585 (TTY)

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Lexington County officials urge public to stay home, off roads

  October 6, 2015

LEXINGTON COUNTY, S.C. – As emergency operations in Lexington County shift from response to assessment and recovery, officials say residents should stay home throughout Monday evening and night. While there…

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Statement from Gov. Nikki Haley on disaster declaration

  October 5, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley released the following statement after President Barack Obama signed a disaster declaration for South Carolina: “Tonight’s federal declaration was an extremely important first step in our…

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Richland County Councilwoman to host annual Fall Forum

  October 5, 2015

RICHLAND COUNTY, SC — Richland County Councilwoman Joyce Dickerson of District Two is hosting her annual Fall Forum Tuesday, October 13, 2015, at 6 p.m. at St. Andrews Park, located…

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Cayce Issues Boil Water Advisory

  October 5, 2015

As a precautionary measure, the City of Cayce is issuing a Boil Water Advisory for the entire City and all out of City water customers. City is working to protect the water quality…

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Updated Richland County shelter list

  October 4, 2015

Richland County Emergency Services Department is working with the community to open temporary shelters to assist with people displaced by flooding.   Several roads in Richland County have been rendered…

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Richland County Month in Review: September

  October 1, 2015

RICHLAND COUNTY, SC – The following are highlights from Richland County Government in September.  Richland County Development Services, which includes several departments and divisions, received the Government Customer Service Community of…

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Department of Energy awards $6.7-million to Clemson University

  October 1, 2015

CHARLESTON, SC – Clemson University experts are leading a $6.7-million research project that could dramatically reduce energy consumption worldwide by developing industrial motors that run more efficiently. The research that…

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2015 Columbia Choice Awards call for entries

  September 29, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The Columbia Tree and Appearance Commission and Columbia Green present the 14th Annual Columbia Choice Awards for Landscaping and Beautification.  These prestigious awards recognize individuals, businesses, neighborhoods…

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City of Columbia Art Center offers fall workshops

  September 28, 2015

COLUMBIA, SC – The City of Columbia Art Center is offering several workshops during the fall. Workshops include: The Learn to Draw Comics Workshop will take students ages 8-14 through…

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S.C. Department of Commerce announces new Senior Project Manager

  September 22, 2015

New project manager to focus on Chinese investment COLUMBIA, S.C. – The South Carolina Department of Commerce today announced that Wally Wang has joined the agency as a Senior Project…

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