Leon Lott re-sworn for an eighth term as sheriff
2025-01-08
Popular law enforcement leader and former National Sheriff of the Year takes oath of office, again By W. Thomas Smith Jr. For the eighth-consecutive timeContinue Reading
Richland Soil and Water District Awards Mini-Grants to Local Schools
2025-01-07
Four schools in Richland County have received funding from the Richland Soil and Water Conservation District (RSWCD) to support hands-on conservation projects and environmental educationContinue Reading
Kindness Advocate Honored by County Council
2024-12-18
During its December 10 meeting, Richland County Council recognized Jayme Hill, a young kindness advocate and author of Good Manners, Good People. The council presentedContinue Reading
Volunteers pitch in to pack seeds
2024-10-24
Recently, volunteers from Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community and the University of South Carolina’s Student Nurses Association packed more than 3,000 seed packets for theContinue Reading
CRIME STOPPERS GLOBAL SOLUTIONS expands operations into Eastern Europe
2024-10-11
Richland County (S.C.) Sheriff Department’s model factors into international organization’s work By W. Thomas Smith Jr. In an effort to increase its Eastern EuropeanContinue Reading
Richland County Issues Guidelines for Clearing Storm Debris
2024-10-09
Many residents in Richland County are still dealing with fallen trees, branches, and yard debris left behind by Hurricane Helene. The County’s Public Works DepartmentContinue Reading
Richland County Offers Conservation Opportunities for Students and Educators
2024-08-23
As the new academic year begins, the Richland Soil and Water Conservation District (RSWCD) is rolling out a series of engaging conservation education programs designedContinue 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
Richland County CASA Receives School Supply Donations
2024-08-14
Richland County Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA), an organization dedicated to advocating for abused and neglected children, recently benefited from a generous donation of schoolContinue Reading
Richland County Sheriff’s Department’s crisis intervention K-9 competing to become Bark Brew’s Spokesdog
2024-08-13
C.J. is currently in third place out of nearly 50 entries to become the new face of Bark Brew By W. Thomas Smith Jr. C.J.Continue Reading
Richland Two Operating on a One-Hour Delay Tomorrow
2024-08-06
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Due to the impact of Tropical Storm Debby and with safety in mind, Richland School District Two will operate on a one-hourContinue Reading