Richland voters choose to continue the penny tax
2024-11-13
Richland County voters have opted to extend the county’s 1 percent special sales and use tax, also known as the “Transportation Penny,” which will continueContinue Reading
Republicans hold in the House, appear to flip 4 seats in SC Senate
2024-11-07
The Republican Party had a strong showing in South Carolina’s recent election, particularly in the state Senate, where they flipped four seats and came closeContinue Reading
Columbia Airport Expressway Named After Congressman Joe Wilson
2024-10-31
The Columbia Airport Expressway now bears the name of Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02), honoring his long-standing commitment to South Carolina. Officials and community members gatheredContinue Reading
Richland County to Receive Federal Disaster Assistance
2024-10-09
Governor Henry McMaster, along with the South Carolina Emergency Management Division (SCEMD), has announced that Richland County is now eligible for expedited federal individual disasterContinue Reading
How to Apply for FEMA Assistance
2024-10-09
Residents of 13 South Carolina counties affected by Hurricane Helene may be eligible for FEMA disaster assistance if they experienced uninsured damage or losses. ThisContinue Reading
Hurricane Helene: Essential Information for Affected Residents
2024-09-28
From Congressman Joe Wilson If you were impacted by Hurricane Helene, here is some vital information to ensure your safety and recovery. After the Storm:Continue Reading
Congressman Joe Wilson’s Bus Tour Receives Warm Welcome in Irmo
2024-09-10
Congressman Joe Wilson’s annual bus tour made a stop in Irmo on August 21, where he was warmly received by the Greater Irmo Chamber ofContinue Reading
Weakened Patent Protections Threaten American Innovation
2024-09-03
By Kristina M. L. Acri, PhD. If you’re an individual who shoplifts a $100 item from a store, you might spend the night in jailContinue Reading
Richland County Notifying Property Owners of 2024 Reassessment
2024-08-21
Property owners in Richland County will soon receive updates on the value of their properties as the County Assessor’s Office has completed its 2024 County-wideContinue Reading
Richland County Council and Staff Participate in Education Program
2024-08-14
Richland County council members and staff recently took part in the S.C. Association of Counties Annual Conference held at Isle of Palms. The conference offeredContinue Reading
DeJorie Monroe Appointed as Foreign Service Officer in U.S. Department of State
2024-08-01
Irmo, SC – DeJorie Monroe, a former resident of Irmo, has been appointed as a Foreign Service Officer in the U.S. Department of State. Monroe’sContinue Reading