S.C. Comptroller Richard Eckstrom says gas tax spending will be posted online
August 21, 2017
Spending from the recently-enacted gas tax law will be published online. S.C. Comptroller Richard Eckstrom says his office has spent recent months developing procedures to track revenues generated by the…
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S.C. Comptroller Richard Eckstrom says gas tax spending will be posted online
August 21, 2017
Spending from the recently-enacted gas tax law will be published online. S.C. Comptroller Richard Eckstrom says his office has spent recent months developing procedures to track revenues generated by the…
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FEMA approves county application acquiring flood-damaged properties: Affected land and homeowners to receive pre-flood property value
August 21, 2017
County residents whose properties were substantially damaged during the October 2015 flood will soon have the opportunity to participate in a buyout program that will prevent future homes from being…
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West Columbia receives Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the 26th year
August 20, 2017
The Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting has been awarded to the City of West Columbia by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada…
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Five Tips for Solar Eclipse Monday
August 18, 2017
Visitors from around the world will flock to Richland County and join residents Monday to watch a total solar eclipse darken the sky for more than two minutes. Following are five tips…
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City Total Solar Eclipse Public and Safety Education Campaign releases Eclipse Glasses Safety Tips
August 18, 2017On Monday, August 21, the City of Columbia will experience a Total Solar Eclipse and all citizens are encouraged to please take preventive measures to ensure your safety and security while…
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McMaster, Graham laud SC I-77 Alliance as example of state’s successful collaborations
August 18, 2017The Honorable Henry McMaster, Governor of South Carolina, speaking at the Third Annual South Carolina I-77 Alliance Summit on August 16, 2017, in Richburg, SC. Gov. Henry McMaster and…
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McMaster, Graham laud SC I-77 Alliance as example of state’s successful collaborations
August 18, 2017The Honorable Henry McMaster, Governor of South Carolina, speaking at the Third Annual South Carolina I-77 Alliance Summit on August 16, 2017, in Richburg, SC. Gov. Henry McMaster and…
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Advertisement of vacancies on various Boards and Commissions
August 17, 2017
The City of Columbia is accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions. Food Policy Committee Seeking one (1) Applicant for Appointment. The purpose of…
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“HOME OF THE LONGEST TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE” signs displayed throughout county
August 17, 2017
As the countdown begins to the historic total eclipse Monday, Aug. 21, Richland County is beginning to welcome the expected thousands of visitors with specially made signs displayed at multiple entry…
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Mayor Tecklenburg introduces resolution following Charlottesville attack
August 17, 2017
Charleston Mayor John J. Tecklenburg asked that the following resolution be added to the August 15, 2017 City Council agenda: “Whereas, we hold these truths to be self-evident:…
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City hires NBM Construction to stabilize Read Brothers buildings
August 16, 2017
The city of Charleston has obtained the services of NBM Construction Company, Inc. to begin work stabilizing the Read Brothers buildings. City Council voted on Tuesday to approve the $41,700 contract with…
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First banner unveiled showcasing new logo for Broad River Road Corridor
August 16, 2017Longtime residents of the Broad River Road corridor know the area is a “neighborly place” ― and now visitors, motorists and passersby will too. At an outdoor news conference Tuesday…
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Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. unveils 14 of 16 new patrol cars
August 15, 2017By W. Thomas Smith Jr. COLUMBIA, S.C. – The Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. (RCSD) unveiled its new fleet of 2017 Chevrolet Camaro SS patrol cars during a gathering of…
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Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. unveils 14 of 16 new patrol cars
August 14, 2017By W. Thomas Smith Jr. COLUMBIA, S.C. – The Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. (RCSD) unveiled its new fleet of 2017 Chevrolet Camaro SS patrol cars during a gathering of…
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Trane expanding existing Richland County operations
August 14, 2017
Trane, a leading global provider of indoor comfort systems and services and a brand of Ingersoll Rand, is expanding its existing Richland County operations. The business is projected to invest…
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Richland County weather data helps national weather service issue alerts
August 13, 2017
Richland County’s innovative weather system is helping regional weather experts evaluate real-time situations and send emergency alerts keeping residents safe and informed. RC WINDS – the acronym for Richland County…
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City of Columbia municipal election, Tuesday, November 7, 2017
August 11, 2017
The Municipal Election Commission of the City of Columbia announces the general election for the City of Columbia to be held on Tuesday, November 7, 2017. The filing period opens onMonday,…
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Read Brothers on King Street ordered closed until buildings stabilized
August 11, 2017
Based on a new report from structural engineer Craig Bennett (attached), the city of Charleston has ordered Read Brothers on King Street closed until the associated buildings have been…
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Speaker Lucas creates the House Utility Ratepayer Protection Committee
August 10, 2017
House Speaker Jay Lucas (District 65-Darlington) announced the formation of the House Utility Ratepayer Protection Committee in response to the abandonment of the VC Summer nuclear facility in Jenkinsville, SC.…
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Speaker Lucas creates the House Utility Ratepayer Protection Committee
August 10, 2017House Speaker Jay Lucas (District 65-Darlington) announced the formation of the House Utility Ratepayer Protection Committee in response to the abandonment of the VC Summer nuclear facility in Jenkinsville, SC.…
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SCDOT launches Speakers Bureau
August 9, 2017
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) announces the opening of a Speakers Bureau in an effort to make SCDOT staff available to groups seeking to hear more about the…
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SCDOT launches Speakers Bureau
August 9, 2017
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) announces the opening of a Speakers Bureau in an effort to make SCDOT staff available to groups seeking to hear more about the…
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Mayor Steve MacDougall elected to MASC leadership positions
August 8, 2017
Mayor Steve MacDougall was named to the Municipal Association of South Carolina’s (MASC) Board of Directors, representing the Central Midlands Council of Governments Region, where he currently serves as the…
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Report to the community for fiscal year 2016-17
August 7, 2017
Today, the City of Columbia is releasing the Report to the Community for Fiscal Year 2016-17. From public safety to development corporations to utilities, the City’s Public and Media Relations…
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Freight supply chain facing December electronic logging mandate
August 7, 2017
A federal mandate that truckers replace log books with electronic driver-time tracking technology has been looming over the nation’s freight and service supply chain for seven years. Still, the December 18 deadline…
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Freight supply chain facing December electronic logging mandate
August 7, 2017
A federal mandate that truckers replace log books with electronic driver-time tracking technology has been looming over the nation’s freight and service supply chain for seven years. Still, the December 18 deadline…
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West Columbia Riverwalk and Amphitheater now open
August 6, 2017
The West Columbia Amphitheater and parking lot to the South end of the Riverwalk is now open to the public after being temporarily closed for improvements to the amphitheater. The…
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Municipal Association presents Representative Joe Daning with Distinguished Service Award
August 3, 2017Mayor Bill Young, Municipal Association president, and Representative Joe Daning The Municipal Association of South Carolina presented the Distinguished Service Award to Representative Joe Daning (R- Berkeley) during its recent Annual Meeting. When presenting…
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Village of West Greenville to feature new public plaza
August 3, 2017The Village of West Greenville will soon have a new public plaza. Located between The Anchorage and Community Journals, the plaza will meet the area’s growing need for…
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City Park Rangers to host free Total Eclipse Party & Walks
August 2, 2017
Bring the family out to Riverfront Park and let a park ranger guide you through a variety of family-friendly activities including a Wet Sandal Walk, Total Eclipse Party and more…
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Media statement regarding removal of 220 Hudson Street
August 2, 2017
On Tuesday, August 1st, 2017, during an active demolition project, representatives from SCDHEC visited 220 Hudson Street, West Columbia, SC and requested additional information from the contractor. The contractor voluntarily…
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The City Manager’s Spotlight – August 2017
August 2, 2017
The City Manager’s Spotlight provides details about what is happening in the City of Columbia in an effort to keep citizens informed about City operations. This month we are highlighting…
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West Columbia Art on State Wall gets a new mural
August 2, 2017
The City of West Columbia’s Art on State Wall, behind Terra and 116 Espresso and Wine Bar at 423 Meeting Street, has been transformed with new art created by Karl…
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SCDOT awards more road work across the state
August 2, 2017
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has announced the awarding of nearly $39 million in contracts for another 100 road resurfacing and rehabilitation projects totaling 72 miles in nine…
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SCDOT awards more road work across the state
August 2, 2017
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has announced the awarding of nearly $39 million in contracts for another 100 road resurfacing and rehabilitation projects totaling 72 miles in nine…
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Richland County ESD: Don’t be in the Dark about upcoming solar eclipse
August 1, 2017
South Carolina’s Capital County is expected to be one of the best places in the world to view this month’s total solar eclipse. With one million spectators anticipated to visit…
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City of West Columbia releases statement about park and parking development near the Riverwalk Park and Amphitheater and Brookland Mill Village
August 1, 2017
We are excited about what the future holds for this area, and this revitalization project will add a well-deserved amenity for all the citizens of West Columbia, providing easier and…
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City of Columbia to host Columbia City Serve in October
July 27, 2017
Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin and the City of Columbia will host Columbia City Serve Oct. 1-31. In an effort to unite organizations and volunteers of all ages and backgrounds, City Serve…
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Municipal Association elects Cayce Mayor Elise Partin president of its 2017-2018 board of directors
July 27, 2017
Delegates at the Municipal Association of South Carolina’s Annual Meeting unanimously elected Elise Partin, mayor of the City of Cayce, as the Association’s president. She will serve a one year term. Elections took place…
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Municipal Association of SC elects new board members for 2017-2018 at Annual Meeting
July 27, 2017
Delegates at the Municipal Association of South Carolina’s Annual Meeting elected officers and board members to the Association’s board of directors. Mayor Elise Partin, City of Cayce, was elected president. All officers were elected to…
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Association of South Carolina Mayors elects new officers and board members
July 27, 2017
The Association of South Carolina Mayors met on Friday, July 21, at the Municipal Association of South Carolina’s Annual Meeting and elected new officers and board members. The Association of SC Mayors was formed…
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Association of South Carolina Mayors elects new officers and board members
July 27, 2017
The Association of South Carolina Mayors met on Friday, July 21, at the Municipal Association of South Carolina’s Annual Meeting and elected new officers and board members. The Association of SC Mayors was formed…
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County of Lexington awarded Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting
July 26, 2017For the 29th year in a row, the County of Lexington’s Financial Department has been awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers…
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County of Lexington awarded Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting
July 26, 2017
For the 29th year in a row, the County of Lexington’s Financial Department has been awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers…
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National Night Out at Lexington Square Park – August 1
July 25, 2017Chief Terrence Green would like to invite all Town of Lexington neighborhoods to Lexington Square Park for the annual National Night Out event on Tuesday, August 1, 2017. …
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South Carolina’s Employment Situation June 2017
July 24, 2017
Unemployment rate hits 4 percent, number of unemployed drops 4,800 The state’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate fell for the third consecutive month to its lowest level since December 2000. The…
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South Carolina’s Employment Situation June 2017
July 24, 2017
Unemployment rate hits 4 percent, number of unemployed drops 4,800 The state’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate fell for the third consecutive month to its lowest level since December 2000. The…
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Third generation officer joins Chapin Police Department
July 24, 2017Walker Campbell followed in his family’s law enforcement footsteps today as he was sworn as a police officer with the Chapin Police Department. His grandfather Robert Smith was Chapin’s first…
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Richland County seeks public input about housing and development plan
July 24, 2017
Richland County is seeking public input about its recently drafted plan to address housing and development issues in neighborhoods across the County. The Office of Community Development organized nine public…
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