Washington, DC – Congressman Joe Wilson issued the following statement on the recent terrorist activity in the United States: “The FBI defines ‘domestic terrorism’ as “Violent, criminal acts committed by individuals and/or groups to further ideological goals stemming from domestic influences, such as those of a political, religious, social, racial, or environmental nature.’”Continue Reading

The Cass Elias McCarter Guardian ad Litem Program is offering free online training to those interested in becoming a volunteer Guardian ad Litem (GAL) in Lexington County. Volunteers advocate on behalf of abused and neglected children who are involved in Family Court legal proceedings through the Department of Social ServicesContinue Reading

By Curtis Loftis South Carolina State Treasurer It goes fast, doesn’t it? Just when you’re comfortable with the back-to-school routine, here come the holidays. Take a deep breath and enjoy the season – 2024 version. But once the decorations are packed up and the wrapping paper is in the trash,Continue Reading

The Columbia City Council approved changes to the city’s parking rate ordinance during its December 4 meeting, following months of discussions with citizens, hospitality districts, and other stakeholders. The updated rates aim to reinvest revenue into Columbia’s parking system, focusing on infrastructure improvements, maintenance, and enhanced customer experience. City leadersContinue Reading

By Al Dozier The town of Irmo is beginning a new effort to make Irmo a “beautiful” town.                                   At the Dec. 17 meeting the council approved a contract with Bowman Engineering to perform services in the amount of $10,500 to prepare cost estimates for beautification improvements to signalized intersections alongContinue Reading

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Joe Wilson, Senior Member of the House Armed Services Committee, issued the following statement after the House voted on passage of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2025. The bill now awaits approval by the Senate, then will be sent to the President forContinue Reading

By Al Dozier A new ordinance that received first reading approval at the Nov. 19 Irmo Council meeting could help renters who have problems with home maintenance issues. The ordinance creates “an occupant inspection request” which would provide the service free and enable town enforcement procedures to take place ifContinue Reading

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 continue to fund essential transportation infrastructure improvements. Originally imposed in 2012, this tax is on track to reach its revenue cap of $1.07 billion by lateContinue Reading