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SCDOT Seeks Input on I-26 Bridge Repair in Lexington County

Public Comment Period Open for I-26 Bridge Project The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is requesting public feedback regarding a proposed interstate bridge repair project in Lexington County. The initiative focuses on the repair and rehabilitation of the Interstate 26 bridge, which spans the Southern Railroad southeast of Augusta Road. The primary goal of […]

SCDOT Seeks Public Comment on Lexington County Bridge

SCDOT Seeks Public Comment on Lexington County Bridge Project The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is requesting public comments regarding a proposed repair and rehabilitation project for the Interstate 26 bridge over the Norfolk Southern railroad tracks in Lexington County. The project aims to restore the bridge’s structural integrity and load-carrying capacity, with the […]

Joy and Justice Tour Concludes in Columbia

Joy and Justice Tour Concludes in Columbia The Joy and Justice Tour recently concluded its final stop in Columbia, focusing on the health and basic needs of Black girls and women. A Columbia event on Saturday gathered local organizations to address health, wellness, and access to basic needs for Black girls and women in the […]

Richland County Recognizes Blue Apple Battle Day

Richland County Recognizes Blue Apple Battle Day The local nonprofit Blue Apple Battle, founded in Columbia, held its inaugural event on Saturday, receiving an official proclamation from the Richland County government. The nonprofit focuses on educating youth about substances and prevention of their use and abuse. The event offered an interactive learning experience through a […]

Maj. Gen. Daryl Hood Relinquishes Command at Fort Jackson

Maj. Gen. Daryl Hood Concludes Service at Fort Jackson Maj. Gen. Daryl Hood formally relinquished command of the U.S. Army Training Center at Fort Jackson during a one-hour ceremony held at Victory Field. This event marked the conclusion of his two-year tenure as leader of the base and the end of a 41-year career in […]

Spartanburg County Recognizes Juneteenth as Official Holiday

Spartanburg County Council Unanimously Approves Juneteenth as Paid Holiday The Spartanburg County Council has unanimously voted to recognize Juneteenth as an official county holiday. This decision means county buildings will be closed on June 19, though essential emergency services, such as 911 operations, will continue without interruption. The county estimates that implementing this new paid […]

Greenwood County Council Approves New Millage Rates

Greenwood County Council Approves New Millage Rates Greenwood County Council has unanimously approved new property tax millage rates following a countywide reassessment. This decision was made during a special called meeting at the Greenwood County Library, where Resolution 2026-31 was approved. The county’s operating rate has decreased from 61.2 mills to 57.5 mills. This rollback […]

Fort Jackson Soldier Support Institute Prepares for Changes

U.S. Army Plans Reorganization at Fort Jackson The U.S. Army is planning a reorganization at Fort Jackson that will integrate two significant training schools into the post’s Soldier Support Institute (SSI). The SSI at Fort Jackson is a primary training organization responsible for educating and developing personnel for the Army’s human resources and financial management […]

South Carolina Infrastructure Grade Improves to C-

South Carolina’s Infrastructure Shows Improvement Amid Challenges South Carolina’s Infrastructure Report Card, issued by the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), indicates an improvement from a D+ last year to a C- in 2026. This overall enhancement comes alongside significant federal funding from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) and a state investment of […]

USC Board of Trustees Approves Appointments, Contract

University of South Carolina Board of Trustees Convenes The University of South Carolina Board of Trustees met on Thursday, September 24. During the meeting, trustees acknowledged new leadership appointments and approved several key measures. Among the new appointments, Dr. Jamie Dwyer was recognized as the new dean of the Kay and C. Edward Floyd, M.D. […]