Finding enough workers: State chamber hears concerns at Santee meeting
South Carolina’s economic growth will continue to outpace the national average if employers can find and keep enough qualified employees. …
How transparent are local, state governments?
Orangeburg officials keep records of government activity mostly updated on the city’s website, a review of records shows. …
ORANGEBURG CITY COUNCIL: Budget ups taxes and provides raises
Orangeburg City Council gave final approval to next year’s budget, which will see a tax increase and higher utility bills as well as pay raises for city employees and council members….
Elloree Trials back on track
Elloree’s annual horse-racing event is back on track for 2024, according to Elloree Palmetto Jockey Club Vice President Marykay Ulmer Martin. …
‘He is the airport’: Orangeburg terminal named after ‘Mr. Aviation’
Just shy of turning 85, Carroll Joye of Cope is humbled to have the Orangeburg Municipal Airport’s terminal named in his honor. …
Central SC Alliance names new leader
The Central SC Alliance (CSCA) has hired Jason Giulietti as the organization’s new President & CEO. He assumed his role on Sept. 11, and will be responsible for overseeing the execution…
Memory Café: Monthly gatherings bring together those with dementia and caregivers
Orangeburg Lutheran Church is opening its doors to provide a welcoming place for individuals with forms of dementia, including Alzheimer’s, and their caregivers. …
Bamberg County to receive fed. water tank funds
Bamberg County has been approved to receive nearly $600,000 from the federal government to make improvements to the Bamberg County Airport water tank. …
Murdaugh plans to do something he hasn’t yet done — plead guilty
Convicted murderer Alex Murdaugh is expected to step before a judge Thursday and do something he hasn’t done in the two years since his life of privilege and power started to…
Branchville ready for Raylrode Daze
Branchville’s Raylrode Daze Festivul will return for the 55th year this weekend. The community mainstay will feature live entertainment, food and retail vendors both familiar and new to longtime visitors. …