Today, Richland County Government launches a new online tool to boost transparency with residents in a simple, continuously updated fashion.

County Councilwomen Cheryl English (District 10) and Chakisse Newton (District 11) will co-host a pair of town hall meetings later this month to discuss recent developments to improve safety and decrease traffic congestion at the Lower Richland Drop-Off Center.

Just in time for warmer weather, the Richland Soil and Water Conservation District (RSWCD) has reopened its Seed Sanctuary, making free vegetable, herb and wildflower seeds available to Richland County residents.

The Richland County Administration Building, at 2020 Hampton St., Columbia, will reopen to the public and resume normal operations Thursday, April 4.

The Richland County Administration Building, at 2020 Hampton St., Columbia, will remain closed Wednesday because of a loss of power caused by overnight storms in the area.