Richland County agreed Wednesday to put more than $15 million back into a sales tax fund for roads after South Carolina tax collectors said they spent the money on project managers and public relations and not on asphalt.
Richland County is offering residents a chance to weigh in on how more than $2 million in grants will be distributed.
Richland Co., SC (WOLO) — Dozens of Richland County leaders and residents came together Thursday night to take a moment and remember those who’ve lost their lives to coronavirus since the start of the pandemic in 2020. Multiple people got yp to speak about the virus that has not only impacted their individual lives, but also the hundreds of lives…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Emergency rental assistance funds are still available for Richland County renters impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. According to the County, The U.S. Treasury Department awarded the county 12.5 million to help renters. The program provides up to 12 months of rental and utility assistance, plus an additional three months if funds are available. To apply, Richland County…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Richland County Councilwoman Chakisse Newton announced she will hold a series of in-person public meetings focused on land development regulations in Lower Richland. According to organizers, the meetings will also answer residents questions about current zoning rules for housing developments in District 11, which does cover part of Lower Richland County. Per Richland County: The meetings are…
This morning, the Office of the Governor announced Intertape Polymer Group is expanding its operations in Blythewood, creating about 135 new jobs over the next five years.
COLUMBIA (WOLO): Home renters in Richland County may now be eligible for financial help if they’ve been affected by COVID-19. The Emergency Rental Assistance Program launched today, designed to help get eligible avoid the loss of utilities or eviction. You may qualify if: You rent in Richland County You have to have a household income no more than 80 percent…
Monday, Richland County announced that, beginning April 5, it will begin accepting applications for its Emergency Rental Assistance Program.
Richland Co., SC (WOLO) — Richland County Council continues their series of mask giveaways in an effort to reduce the spread of coronavirus. Friday November 6, Councilwoman Chakisse Newton is holding two mask giveaways in Lower Richland. This has been an ongoing effort by the county after getting 67,000 masks that are being given away to residents who my need…
Richland County officials will hand out free face masks this Friday. You can pick up a free mask at Brookland Baptist Church Northeast, 1203 Summit Parkway, Columbia from 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
