National Sheriff of the Year 2021 and current S.C. State Guard commander honored in museum’s brick garden By Chris Carter Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott, who also commands the all-volunteer S.C. State Guard (SCSG), has received yet another honor when a brick bearing his name and military rank was installedContinue Reading
Paying real estate taxes in Richland County just got a lot easier, thanks to a new web-based service offered by the County Treasurer’s Office. The service is part of the County’s planned payment program, which allows residents to break up their real estate tax payments into manageable installments. The programContinue Reading
Free Seeds Available for Residents! The Richland Soil and Water Conservation District (RSWCD) is once again offering free warm-season vegetable, herb, and wildflower seeds to Richland County residents through its Seed Sanctuary program. Where to Get Seeds: County Administration Building (2020 Hampton St., Columbia) Richland Library Eastover (608 Main St.,Continue Reading
If you’ve ever wanted to get more involved in your community, now’s your chance! Richland County is seeking residents to fill openings on various boards, committees, and panels—and they need your help. The County Council is accepting applications through 5 p.m. on April 4 for a variety of positions, fromContinue Reading
For a limited time and while supplies last, Richland County Stormwater and Columbia Water are making 50-gallon Ivy rain barrels and 65-gallon backyard compost bins available at a discount. Rain barrels are $76, and compost bins are $67. Order your containers by March 12; pick them up March 22 atContinue Reading
Richland County recently honored Bill Peters, Director of Operational Services, as he retires after more than 20 years of dedicated service. A special recognition was held on January 29 to celebrate his contributions to the county. Peters has played a key role in enhancing operational efficiency and public services, leavingContinue Reading
Richland County is now accepting applications for grants aimed at preserving the county’s natural resources and historic sites. Nonprofits, neighborhood organizations, government agencies, commercial entities, and other groups are eligible to apply for the Historic Preservation and Natural Resource Grants, provided by the Richland County Conservation Commission. These grants, whichContinue Reading
Popular law enforcement leader and former National Sheriff of the Year takes oath of office, again By W. Thomas Smith Jr. For the eighth-consecutive time since 1997, Leon Lawson Lott raised his right hand and was re-sworn as sheriff of Richland County, Tuesday morning, Jan. 7 at the Richland CountyContinue Reading
Four schools in Richland County have received funding from the Richland Soil and Water Conservation District (RSWCD) to support hands-on conservation projects and environmental education initiatives during the 2024 school year. The grants, part of RSWCD’s Mini-Grant program, provide up to $1,000 per project and aim to promote environmental awarenessContinue Reading
During its December 10 meeting, Richland County Council recognized Jayme Hill, a young kindness advocate and author of Good Manners, Good People. The council presented Jayme, a local first-grade student, with a special resolution honoring her work in promoting good manners and making etiquette fun for kids in the community.Continue Reading
Recently, volunteers from Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community and the University of South Carolina’s Student Nurses Association packed more than 3,000 seed packets for the Richland Soil and Water Conservation District’s (RSWCD) Seed Sanctuary program.RSWCD provides free vegetable, herb and wildflower seeds to Richland County residents to promote home gardening,Continue Reading