Richland County elevated its emergency operations status Wednesday morning as preparations ramped up to assist evacuees expected to begin fleeing the coast today ahead of Hurricane Matthew.

The following are highlights from Richland County Government in September.

For many, Broad River Road is more than just a thoroughfare. It’s the part of town where they grew up, where they raised their own families and where they continue to reside in tight-knit communities next to lifelong neighbors.

The Broad River Road area is undergoing a makeover – of sorts.