By Al Dozier After months of backlash on its cancellation of a long-standing roads maintenance agreement with cities and towns, Lexington County Council has decided to return to the original agreement. In an interview with The Irmo News, Lexington County Council’s new chairman, Todd Cullum, said it was a unanimousContinue Reading
Governor Henry McMaster has proclaimed January 26 – February 1 as School Choice Week in South Carolina, coinciding with the 15th annual National School Choice Week celebration. The week highlights the importance of providing families with accessible and diverse education options to meet the unique needs of their children. TheContinue Reading
Columbia, SC – Richland County Auditor Paul Brawley has been named president of the South Carolina Association of Auditors, Treasurers and Tax Collectors (SCATT). Brawley, who has served as Richland County’s auditor since 2006, was elected president at SCATT’s statewide conference in February. Brawley expressed his enthusiasm for leading SCATT,Continue Reading
Starting at noon this Friday, July 19, all Lexington County services related to property taxes will be unavailable for up to five days due to the installation of a new property tax billing and collection system. This temporary disruption will affect both online and in-person functions of the Lexington CountyContinue Reading
In a resounding call for election integrity, citizens from every corner of South Carolina are set to gather at the State House on January 9, 2024. The rally, slated from 10 AM to noon, aims to amplify voices across the political spectrum, advocating for strong election laws and a transparent,Continue Reading
Since November 1, Rapid Shelter Columbia has been in full operation. In addition to the overflow center to shelter people from colder weather, 50 individual pallet units were built to provide temporary housing for the chronically unsheltered. As of today, all of the 50 pallets designated for homeless individuals areContinue Reading
A new lawsuit bill was passed last week by Governor Henry McMaster that protects businesses from COVID-19 related lawsuits. The new bill, COVID-19 Liability Immunity Act, provides protection to health care providers and businesses that follow public health guidance. The ceremony for the signing was held at Cafe Strudel RestaurantContinue Reading