COLUMBIA – More than 400 entrepreneurs and business professionals attended the Richland County Office of Small Business Opportunity’s (OSBO) annual Small Business Forum, “THRIVE 25,” held October 15 at The Meeting Place Church and Conference Center. The event served as both an educational conference and networking opportunity for established andContinue Reading
First Responders Charity Softball Tournament held at Columbia’s Segra ParkBy W. Thomas Smith Jr. Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott and deputies with the Richland County Sheriff’sDepartment (RCSD) defeated both the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division(SLED) and the Columbia Police Department (CPD) in a double-elimination softballtournament which raised funds for localContinue Reading
Richland County Voter Registration and Elections officially unveiled its new office on October 2 at 7201 Two Notch Road, located in the former JCPenney space at Columbia Place Mall. During the ribbon-cutting event, Travis Alexander, Director of Voter Registration and Elections, led members of County Council and County Administration onContinue Reading
COLUMBIA — Richland County is inviting residents and businesses to take part in shaping the county’s future as it moves into the third phase of updating its Comprehensive Plan for 2025, called Reimagine Richland. The plan will serve as a long-term guide for development policies and community investment. The countyContinue Reading
Richland County is celebrating the success of its next generation of leaders! Students who completed the Columbia-Richland Fire Department’s Youth Empowerment Academy were honored in a special ceremony featuring local leaders and community partners. Richland County Administrator Leonardo Brown, County Council Chairwoman Jesica Mackey (District 9), and J.T. McLawhorn Jr.,Continue Reading
Richland County Council has officially adopted its budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. During a meeting held June 17, Council approved the $1,457,108,024 spending plan after a third and final reading. The new budget took effect on July 1. This year’s total budget reflects a $16.3 million increase from last year.Continue Reading
Richland County’s Fire Marshal’s Office has earned the title of a Fire Safe South Carolina Community, a designation that recognizes its strong commitment to public safety and fire prevention. The honor comes from the Fire Safe South Carolina program, a statewide initiative focused on reducing fire-related injuries and promoting fireContinue Reading
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Richland County property owners may soon receive mail from the County Assessor’s Office if their property’s assessed value has changed by $1,000 or more. As required by law, the Assessor evaluates all taxable properties at their current market value, and changes in property values may result fromContinue Reading
Richland County Crews Show Off Skills at Annual Competition On May 30, Richland County Public Works staff fired up their heavy machinery for the annual Midlands Backhoe Rodeo, a fast-paced competition that tests precision, patience, and pure backhoe mastery. Held at Public Works headquarters in Columbia, the event featured aContinue Reading
COLUMBIA, SC – In celebration of National Public Works Week, Richland County’s Department of Public Works (DPW) hosted a special staff barbecue luncheon on May 21, recognizing the hard work and dedication of its team. After enjoying a meal together, attendees gathered to cheer on DPW staff during a backhoeContinue Reading
RICHLAND COUNTY – Richland County is inviting the public to participate in the next phase of “Reimagine Richland,” the 10-year update of its comprehensive plan. When completed, the updated plan will serve as a long-term guide for the county’s decisions on future development, land use, and conservation efforts. The comprehensiveContinue Reading