The drinking water for Hopkins area residents affected by a broken water main earlier this month is safe to consume despite its temporary milky or cloudy appearance.

Three Richland County officials were recognized for their leadership and commitment to public service at the annual conference of the South Carolina Association of Counties (SCAC) this month.

The Richland County Council, the Richland County Airport Commission, and the Jim Hamilton – LB Owens Airport (CUB) staff are celebrating National Aviation Week August 18 - 24, 2013.

Richland County Government is excited to announce the addition of Warren Harley to the administrative team.

The recent rainfall and warm temperatures provide ideal conditions for mosquitoes to breed. The Richland County Vector Control program conducts surveillance on mosquito populations, treats larval breeding sites and sprays for adult mosquitoes in densely populated areas of the county.