Following is a statement from Richland County Council Chair Paul Livingston in response to a rise in cases of COVID-19 in our community. County Council adopted an emergency ordinance that took effect July 6, 2020, and required people over 10 years old to wear face coverings while in most public places. County Council extended the ordinance five times. It expired June 5, 2021.

For Chanda Cooper, conservation education analyst with the Richland Soil and Water Conservation District (RSWCD), a career path in the environmental field proved to be a natural fit.

Because of staff shortages for contracted trash haulers, residents in some parts of the County may experience delays in yard waste and recycling pick up today.

After approving more than $10 million in aid requests through its Emergency Rental Assistance program (ERAP), Richland County will receive additional federal funding to help renters impacted by COVID-19.

Richland County’s Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center is increasing salaries for detention officers.