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.

A series of in-person events beginning this week will help inform Richland County residents about newly rewritten land development regulations before the new rules are finalized.