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New boat law goes into effect (Page 156)

South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster signed a new boating law bill at a ceremony signing at the Columbia Sailing Club on Lake Murray, Thursday, July 27 at 2 pm.

The bill, S.96, is a boating safety and education law in South Carolina requiring anyone born after July 1, 2007, to undergo a boater education course to operate a vessel of 10 horsepower or more by themselves. It includes boat rentals and completed courses issued from other states.

The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) has new boating regulations set to begin August 18.

After that date, boaters born after July 1, 2007, will be required to pass an approved boater education course before operating boats, jet skis, or specialty prop-crafts powered by a 10 HP motor or more.

There will be a grace period while people learn about the new law, but once fully enforced, a violation comes with a fine between $50 and $300.

For more information, visit dnr.sc.gov/ boating.html.

New boat law goes into effect

2023-08-01
By: John
On: August 1, 2023
In: Community News, Government, Recreation

South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster signed a new boating law bill at a ceremony signing at the Columbia Sailing Club on Lake Murray, Thursday, JulyContinue Reading

Irmo chef to compete in New Orleans

2023-08-01
By: John
On: August 1, 2023
In: Community News

Chef Chris Williams of Roy’s Grille, located at 7971 N Woodrow Street in Irmo, will be competing in this year’s Great American Seafood Cook-Off inContinue Reading

Finding Money to Pay for College and Technical Schools…And Other Tips

2023-07-28
By: John
On: July 28, 2023
In: Education

By Mike DuBose Attending universities or technical schools is expensive and skyrockets when students pursue advanced degrees or out-of-state-institutions. Colleges provide detailed, on-line-cost-calculators for estimatedContinue Reading

Is Everything OK with Your Brain?

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By: John
On: July 28, 2023
In: Health, Senior News

We can’t see if our brain is bruised or broken, but we know that if Alzheimer’s has crept in, it could be eating away atContinue Reading

Rapid Shelter Columbia seeking donations

2023-07-28
By: John
On: July 28, 2023
In: Community News

Rapid Shelter Columbia serves men and women over the age of 18 who are chronically unsheltered by offering primary care, mental health, substance and overallContinue Reading

Caring citizen delivers stuffed animals to Richland County Sheriff’s Department

2023-07-27
By: John
On: July 27, 2023
In: Community News

Toys will be presented to children by RCSD deputies By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) was the recipient of moreContinue Reading

Why and how do i write these articles?

2023-07-26
By: John
On: July 26, 2023
In: Columns, Community News

By Mike DuBose Many readers have inquired: “Why do we voluntarily publish articles and how are they developed?” If you knew my background growing upContinue Reading

Your Health in Mind: The vital role of regular exercise

2023-07-26
By: John
On: July 26, 2023
In: Community News, Health, Senior News

By Dee Griffin Regular exercise plays a vital role in promoting overall health and well-being. It has numerous physical and mental benefits that contribute toContinue Reading

Valet Tech Corner: Property Surveillance

2023-07-26
By: John
On: July 26, 2023
In: Business

By Matt BelyusValet Technologies We had to break from our A.I. series this week due to an incident in Columbia. There was a shooting inContinue Reading

Columbia first in state to receive LEED Certification

2023-07-26
By: John
On: July 26, 2023
In: Community News, Government

The Columbia Public Works Department has announced the city has achieved LEED Gold certification. Columbia is part of a growing group to be certified usingContinue Reading

Richland launches Residential rental property registration program

2023-07-26
By: John
On: July 26, 2023
In: Community News, Government

Richland County’s new Residential Rental Property Registration Program will change registration and business license requirements for residential rental properties in unincorporated areas of the county.Continue Reading

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