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Published on August 04, 2026
Richland County was recently awarded the highest possible credit ratings from two of the nation’s premier credit rating bureaus.
Richland County Vector Control and the state Department of Public Health have confirmed the County’s first West Nile virus-positive mosquito samples of this year’s mosquito season. In response, Vector Control has increased surveillance in affected areas to reduce the number of the pests and help protect public health.
Published on July 31, 2026
Richland County public testing of vote tabulators will begin August 3, 2026 at 10 a.m. at the Richland County Voter Registration & Elections Lobby, 300 Columbia Mall Blvd. Suite 210, Columbia, SC 29223.
August 20, 2026
The early voting period for the 2026 US Senate Special Republican Primary Runoff is Wednesday, August 19, through Friday, August 21, 2026.
Community members are invited to serve as Voter Ambassadors, who may host voter registration drives, educate others about the voter registration and election processes, and empower their communities.
August 24, 2026
Contact Elizabeth Krajewski at 803-782-2272. Council District 3, Tyra Little.
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