Richland County is joining the Greater Columbia Chamber of Commerce, the City of Columbia and several other agencies to hold a series of events in honor of National Small Business Week, May 12-16, at the Greater Columbia Chamber of Commerce.

Richland County Government will celebrate National County Government Month in April. The monthlong observation, spearheaded by the National Association of Counties (NACo), is designed to increase awareness of the role and responsibilities of counties.

Richland County will update its comprehensive plan this year to refine its blueprint for growth and development over the next 25 years – and County residents’ participation will be an essential piece of the process.