Richland County Councilmembers host meeting to discuss development of new Decker Center
September 15, 2015
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC — Richland County Councilmen Damon Jeter of District Three, Jim Manning of District Eight, Greg Pearce of District Six, and Kelvin Washington of District 10 are hosting a meeting…
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Chief’s Report signed for Charleston Harbor Post 45
September 14, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Charleston District announces the signing of the Chief’s Report for the Charleston Harbor Post 45 Deepening Project, allowing the project to continue…
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S.C. Academy of Authors announces annual awards in fiction and poetry
September 14, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The S.C. Academy of Authors (SCAA) has expanded its annual award competitions to include a separate category for student writers of fiction and poetry and an increase in prize…
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City of Charleston releases report for new Board of Architectural Review Concepts
September 14, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – The City of Charleston and the Historic Charleston Foundation hired architectural consultant Andres Duany and his firm DPZ to study and propose changes to the City’s Board…
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SBA offers disaster assistance to residents of South Carolina affected by severe storms and flooding
September 11, 2015
South Carolina businesses and residents affected by severe storms and flooding on Aug. 30-31, can apply for low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration, SBA Administrator Maria Contreras-Sweet…
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SBA offers disaster assistance to residents of South Carolina affected by severe storms and flooding
September 11, 2015
South Carolina businesses and residents affected by severe storms and flooding on Aug. 30-31, can apply for low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration, SBA Administrator Maria Contreras-Sweet…
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U.S. Department of Commerce invests nearly $2 million to support health care workforce training in South Carolina
September 11, 2015
ORANGEBURG, SC – U.S. Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker today announced that the Commerce Department’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) is awarding a nearly $2 million grant to Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College (OC Tech)…
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U.S. Department of Commerce invests nearly $2 million to support health care workforce training in South Carolina
September 11, 2015
ORANGEBURG, SC – U.S. Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker today announced that the Commerce Department’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) is awarding a nearly $2 million grant to Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College (OC Tech)…
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The City announces CAPER public comment period
September 9, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – In accordance with federal regulations, the City of Columbia’s Community Development Department is announcing a 30-day public comment period to review the draft of the Consolidated Annual…
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Dorn VA Medical Center to host mental health summit
September 9, 2015
What: “A Community of Care: Building Connections” Guest speaker, Nicole Gibson, Director of State Policy & Grassroots Advocacy, American Foundation for Suicide Prevention When: Friday, September 11, 2015 – 12:15…
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Councilwoman Devine to host open house
September 9, 2015
WHAT: City Councilwoman Tameika Isaac Devine will host her September Open House. WHO: Councilwoman Tameika Isaac Devine WHERE: City Hall, 1737 Main Street WHEN: Wednesday, September 9, 2015 from 5 – 8 p.m.…
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Dedicated volunteers join Richland Library Foundation & Richland Library Friends
September 9, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – New faces are joining seasoned ones as two groups of volunteers commit their time and talents to the Richland Library Friends and Richland Library Foundation Boards. The library’s…
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Residents can save water and spruce up soil with rain barrels, compost bins
September 9, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC — Richland County residents can save water and improve their soil quality by ordering rain barrels and compost bins that are available at discounted prices through several local organizations.…
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Town of Batesburg-Leesville receives two grants
September 9, 2015BATESBURG-LEESVILLE, SC – The Town of Batesburg-Leesville announced the awarding of two first responder grants for more than $50,000 that will provide direct assistance in purchasing life saving equipment. The…
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DEA national take back initiative in Cayce set for September 26th
September 9, 2015CAYCE, SC – On September 26th 2015, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. the Cayce Department of Public Safety and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will give the public its…
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South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond invites nominations for 2015 Angels
September 9, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced today that his office will accept nominations of charitable organizations for this year’s Angel awards. Every year, the Secretary…
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South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond invites nominations for 2015 Angels
September 9, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced today that his office will accept nominations of charitable organizations for this year’s Angel awards. Every year, the Secretary…
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DEA national take back initiative in Cayce set for September 26th
September 9, 2015
CAYCE, SC – On September 26th 2015, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. the Cayce Department of Public Safety and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will give the public its…
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Town of Batesburg-Leesville receives two grants
September 9, 2015
BATESBURG-LEESVILLE, SC – The Town of Batesburg-Leesville announced the awarding of two first responder grants for more than $50,000 that will provide direct assistance in purchasing life saving equipment. The…
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Gov. Haley and fellow governors oppose Iran Nuclear Agreement
September 8, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley and fourteen fellow governors sent a letter to President Barack Obama, this morning, opposing the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action or the Iran Nuclear Agreement.…
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Gov. Haley and fellow governors oppose Iran Nuclear Agreement
September 8, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley and fourteen fellow governors sent a letter to President Barack Obama, this morning, opposing the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action or the Iran Nuclear Agreement.…
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City selected as Build it with KaBOOM! community partner
September 8, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – The CarMax Foundation and KaBOOM!, a national non-profit dedicated to bringing balanced and active play into the daily lives of all kids, have awarded the City of Greenville…
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City Manager Spotlight – September 2015
September 6, 2015
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. The City Managers Spotlight on…
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City of Columbia municipal election Tuesday, November 3, 2015
September 6, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The Municipal Election Commission of the City of Columbia announces the general election for the City of Columbia to be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2015.…
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Columbia City Council holds afternoon work session and evening meeting
September 2, 2015
By Temple Ligon COLUMBIA, SC – Council met last Tuesday, September 1, for its 2:00 p.m. work session at City Hall. The Columbia Museum of Art was represented by…
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S.C. Rep. Jenny Horne selected for 2015 Aspen-Rodel Fellowship
September 2, 2015
SUMMERVILLE, SC – The Aspen Institute has announced the next group of Rodel Fellows, and South Carolina State Rep. Jenny Horne (R-Summerville), who gave a moving speech in July that helped…
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NASCAR executive to keynote the City of Columbia’s 2015 Green Business Conference
September 2, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – NASCAR Vice President for Green Innovation Dr. Michael Lynch will deliver the keynote address at the ninth annual Green is Good for Business Conference on Tuesday, September…
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Talking Book Services staff members receive award
September 2, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina State Library’s Talking Book Services director, Sandy Knowles, was presented with the Employer of the Year award on August 22, 2015 at the National Federation…
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Mayor Benjamin and City Council to proclaim “Solarize Columbia Day”
September 2, 2015
New partnership is the latest step towards a greener more sustainable Columbia COLUMBIA, SC – Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin and City Council will issue a proclamation today making the…
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Rare WWII aircraft to land in Greenville
September 1, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – “Almost every year that the Collings Foundation’s WW II aircraft came to the Greenville Downtown Airport in South Carolina, Hugh Brown, along with his lifelong friend, Bucky…
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Parking services to conduct “Warning Blitz” on Main Street
September 1, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Beginning September 2, 2015, the City’s Parking Services staff will issue warning tickets to vehicles parked on Main Street (from Beattie Place to River Street) between 5 a.m.…
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Statement from Mayor Joseph Riley on the City of Charleston Fire Department
August 27, 2015
“The City of Charleston Fire Department having earned the Accredited status by the Commission on Fire Accreditation International is a huge achievement for our Fire Department and for the City.…
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Richland County recognized by Cigna for commitment to employee health
August 26, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Richland County has been named a Cigna Well-Being Award honoree for its commitment to improving the health and wellness of employees through its workplace programs. The award from…
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Haley, Brownback Pledge Any Action Within Their Power To Stop Terrorist Transfers
August 26, 2015
“We Will Not Be Part Of Any Illegal Action By This Administration” COLUMBIA, SC – Governor Nikki Haley and Governor Sam Brownback of Kansas signed a letter to Secretary of…
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VA reaches historic milestone in backlog reduction
August 26, 2015
Disability Claims Backlog dips below 100K – Lowest Ever in VA’s History COLUMBIA, SC – The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) reached a significant milestone this week when the…
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Mogul establishing first North American operations in the Upstate
August 26, 2015
Company Investing $17.6 Million To Establish A Facility In Laurens County LAURENS COUNTY, SC – Mogul, a privately-owned company that focuses on the production of and sale of nonwovens, is…
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Mogul establishing first North American operations in the Upstate
August 26, 2015
Company Investing $17.6 Million To Establish A Facility In Laurens County LAURENS COUNTY, SC – Mogul, a privately-owned company that focuses on the production of and sale of nonwovens, is…
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Smith, Columbia City Council candidate, files Ethics Report with Highest Recorded Initial Funds for Columbia City Council Race
August 25, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Andy Smith, a candidate for City of Columbia’s Councilmember at-large seat in the November 3, 2015 general election, filed his first ethics report with the South Carolina State…
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Smith, Columbia City Council candidate, files Ethics Report with Highest Recorded Initial Funds for Columbia City Council Race
August 25, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Andy Smith, a candidate for City of Columbia’s Councilmember at-large seat in the November 3, 2015 general election, filed his first ethics report with the South Carolina State…
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Richland and Lexington County road construction information for week beginning Aug. 24, 2015
August 24, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Expect minor nighttime delays, flagging operations, and lane closures on Elmwood Avenue westbound at the bridge leading to the Interstate 126 / Huger Street interchange in Richland…
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South Carolina NxLevel Micro Entrepreneur Education and Training Course Graduation Ceremony
August 21, 2015SUMTER, SC – The South Carolina Commission for Minority Affairs in partnership with the Greater Sumter Chamber of Commerce, Santee-Lynches Regional Council of Governments, and a grant provided by USDA…
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Duncan Chapel’s New Fire Chief Promoted from Within
August 20, 2015
Former Assistant Chief Watson Earns Top Job GREENVILLE, SC – The commissioners of the Duncan Chapel Fire District in northern Greenville County concluded their search for a new fire chief…
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The City Announces CAPER Public Comment Period
August 20, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – In accordance with federal regulations, the City of Columbia’s Community Development Department is announcing a 30-day public comment period to review the draft of the Consolidated Annual…
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Graham: Latest Revelation Another Shortcoming in Iran Deal
August 20, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) has written to Secretary of State John Kerry requesting information on an Associated Press report showing that a secret ‘Side Agreement’ will…
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City to install two solar powered trash/recycling compactors downtown
August 20, 2015
GREENVILLE SC – Two years after installation of the City’s first two BigBelly solar compactors in Cleveland Park, on Wednesday, City crews will install additional compactors at two downtown locations – ONE City…
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Columbia City Council Work Session
August 19, 2015
By Temple Ligon Council met on Tuesday afternoon at 2:00 on the second floor of City Hall. Top on the agenda was tourism funding, $5.6 million of it. The…
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SC Ports Authority, Representative Jim Merrill and Senator Larry Grooms announce Daniel Island Land Transfer
August 19, 2015
SC Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism to manage 50-acre parcel CHARLESTON, SC – The South Carolina Ports Authority (SCPA), Representative Jim Merrill and Senator Larry Grooms announced the…
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SC Ports Authority, Representative Jim Merrill and Senator Larry Grooms announce Daniel Island Land Transfer
August 19, 2015SC Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism to manage 50-acre parcel CHARLESTON, SC – The South Carolina Ports Authority (SCPA), Representative Jim Merrill and Senator Larry Grooms announced the…
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Andy Smith Announces Candidacy for Columbia City Council
August 19, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Andy Smith, executive director of Columbia’s Nickelodeon Theatre, announced his candidacy for City of Columbia’s Councilmember at-large seat in the November 3, 2015 general election at a…
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Andy Smith Announces Candidacy for Columbia City Council
August 19, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Andy Smith, executive director of Columbia’s Nickelodeon Theatre, announced his candidacy for City of Columbia’s Councilmember at-large seat in the November 3, 2015 general election at a…
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