Students at Muller Road Middle School played the part of city planners on Friday, learning first-hand what it takes to build happy, healthy neighborhoods.

When Eastover resident Matthew Perkins retired several years ago, he never could have guessed that retirement would bring him the opportunity to be a source of empowerment in his community and that his new role would earn him national accolades from a former president.

A small contingent of Richland County Council and County management will travel to Nashville today to meet with officials who helped the Tennessee city rebound from the devastating flood of 2010.

The following is a release from the Richland County Treasurer and the Richland County Auditor.

Residents can enjoy an early helping of Christmas cheer at a special holiday event that offers lots of festive fun while also benefiting the wellbeing of neglected children in Richland County.