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Columbia Mayor Daniel Rickenmann will participate in a historic Local Climate Action Summit alongside local leaders to showcase Columbia’s leadership in fighting climate crisis.
Dec 1, 2023

Columbia mayor to participate in global climate conference

The event brings world leaders together to engage in crucial negotiations and commitments concerning the climate crisis, and Mayor Rickenmann will be there to represent local solutions and elevate the voice of Columbia.

Nov 20, 2023

City of Columbia to host sessions on entrepreneurship, business growth

The City of Columbia's Office of Business Opportunities is accepting applications for the 2024 NxLevel Microentrepreneur and 2024 FastTrac Growth Venture courses.

Nov 14, 2023

$20 million river cleanup in downtown Columbia complete

Crews removed tar-like material in the Congaree riverbed that was first discovered in June 2010, which was traced back to coal tar created at a manufactured gas plant located near what is now the South Carolina State Museum.

Nov 3, 2023

Rapid Shelter Columbia marks one year – see inside the community

Rapid Shelter Columbia is a cluster of 50 pallet units whereby residents get their own private space, bed, and storage, with 188 people qualifying for admission in the program's first year.

Oct 17, 2023

Columbia public art initiative to connect businesses, quality of life

The new initiative will create a city-wide palette of public art collaborations celebrating Columbia's access to its rivers, and also craft diverse artistic visions shared across its business and public spaces.

Oct 5, 2023

Richland County is updating its land development code – what to know

Zoning maps regulate land use and determine which areas are designated residential, commercial or multi-use development.

Sep 27, 2023

South Carolina Jobs-Economic Development Authority names new leader

Since its establishment by the South Carolina General Assembly in 1983, JEDA has facilitated more than $15.4 billion in financing for schools, health care and senior living providers, other public and private nonprofit organizations.

Sep 25, 2023

37 Columbia non-profit organizations receive nearly $2M in grants

The grants are part of the Columbia City Council's efforts to encourage organizations and agencies to continue offering innovative and needed services that enhance residents' quality of life.

Sep 22, 2023

South Carolina Department of Transportation adds to C-suite

The executive will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the organization in addition to leading the agency's strategic initiatives.

Aug 23, 2023

City of Cayce Receives Annual Achievement Award for the Redevelopment in the City’s Cayce River Arts District

At the Municipal Association of South Carolina’s 2023 Annual Meeting in July, the City of Cayce received the Annual Achievement Award for the development in the City’s Cayce River Arts District. Cayce’s Mayor, members of the Cayce City Council, and Cayce staff attended the Annual Meeting to receive the prestigious award fo[...]

Aug 23, 2023

Lexington County’s Jeff Anderson Honored for Service with SCAC President’s Cup

Lexington County Attorney Jeff M. Anderson was recognized for his public service and dedication to South Carolina county government with the 2023 David K. Summers Jr. President’s Cup from the SC Association of Counties (SCAC). Each year the Association’s president honors a county official who has merited special recognition [...]

Aug 21, 2023

A New Local Leader Emerges in North Charleston

NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – Joshua Gale has officially announced his candidacy for the North Charleston City Council, District 4. With a strong focus on public safety, community engagement, and fiscal transparency, Gale aims to bring positive change and progress to the district. As a passionate advocate for safe communities, Ga[...]