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August 23, 2010
Lott: I pledge to work with city, residents
Recently, an editorial in "The State" talked about how important the public hearings are in Columbia City Council's decision concerning the Police Department. -
August 10, 2010
Public meetings to discuss possible police merger
Columbia City Council members have scheduled four public meetings throughout the city's four council districts to discuss the possibility of Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott managing the Columbia Police Department. The meetings are scheduled for -
July 29, 2010
25 tips to make your home and neighborhood safer
Read tips collected from local law enforcement agencies and websites that will help you stay safe in your home, your car and neighborhood. -
July 6, 2010
Columbia, SC's First Palmetto Tasty Tomato Festival Debuts on August 8, 2010
On Sunday evening, August 8, 2010, from 6pm to 9pm, the first annual Palmetto Tasty Tomato Festival will debut in the capital city. -
July 5, 2010
Let's Talk with Basil Garzia: Lose the Baggage
Keep the Midlands Beautiful and the city of Columbia Climate Protection Action Campaign recently launched the Lose the Baggage initiative. The effort is designed to reduce the amount of plastic bags used by Midlands residents. As part of the campaign, residents are being encouraged to reduce the number of plastic bags they consume by taking the Lose the Baggage pledge. The hope is to lower the number of plastic bags used each year by at least 7 million, which would require that roughly one ... -
May 17, 2010
Law enforcement merger worth exploring
While this is an opportune time for the city of Columbia to explore merging its Police Department with the Richland County Sheriff’s Department, it must carefully weigh the merits of the proposal and not act on impulse. -
February 1, 2010
Upcoming debates, forums in the Columbia mayor's race
The public is invited to attend these upcoming forums for mayoral candidates. -
December 18, 2009
Back in black: Columbia has surplus
The city of Columbia is $4 million under budget so far through Dec. 14, an $11 million swing from last year's budget that likely saved the city's bond rating from a downgrade. -
December 17, 2009
Emily Douglas Park: A big dream in neighbors' small park
In 2006, when Columbia City Council was wrangling with a smoking ban, a homeless shelter and the departure of the state's only Fortune 500 company, no one was concerned about a proposed amphitheater at tiny Emily Douglas Park. -
November 1, 2009
Cultivating Our Community
It's a cool fall day, and Belinda Gergel is surrounded by fragrant flowers in her backyard. She reaches down to gently lift a rosebush stem; at its tip sits a dainty pink and yellow bloom. It's called a Mrs. Dudley Cross. -
October 10, 2009
Columbia police almost at full force
Department reaches goal despite belt tightening in recession. -
September 4, 2009
Cameras, emergency call boxes make Five Points safer
Columbia's Five Points is taking the phrase "a good place to be" and making it better. New measures being taken in the neighborhood mean better safety for merchants and their customers. -
August 27, 2009
City boosts spraying for mosquitoes
A possible human case of West Nile virus in Columbia has prompted city officials to ramp up mosquito eradication efforts this week. -
February 26, 2009
Palmetto Trust Announces Winners of State Preservation Awards
The Palmetto Trust in partnership with the S.C. Department of Archives and History, and the Office of the Governor announced this week winners of the 15th Annual 2009 Historic Preservation Awards. Honorees represent some of the most significant preservation, rehabilitation, interpretation and restoration of architectural and cultural heritage that have taken place over the past year around the state. -
January 5, 2009
Shandon Neighborhood Flooding
Since assuming office in July I have been contacted by several residents in the Shandon neighborhood about serious flooding issues as the result of heavy and intense rain storms. -
January 3, 2009
Rosewood Skate Park
Skate park plans gain momentum - Columbia wins Tony Hawk grant. -
December 5, 2008
Upcoming Holiday Events in Columbia
In Columbia, December 5, 6, and 7 will be filled with some fun holiday events that will not only help us enjoy the holidays, but also enjoy our wonderful city. -
October 31, 2008
Columbia launches crime-prevention plan
Initiative gives city departments more proactive role in protecting city -
October 20, 2008
Second Report of the Code Enforcement Task Force to City Council
Executive Summary - Items ready for action by City Council... -
September 23, 2008
Property crimes rise in Midlands
Reports of burglaries and larcenies are up across the area this year compared to the same period in 2007. They said thefts generally increase in times of rising unemployment or inflation. -
August 20, 2008
City Council Appoints Five Points Parking Committee
At its August 6th meeting, Columbia City Council approved the appointment of a special citizens committee to address parking needs in the Five Points area to ensure that this important shopping village has the necessary parking to serve existing and future development. -
August 8, 2008
A Historical Buzz Around Five Points Village
From its inception in the 1920s, Columbia's Five Points district has proved a popular destination for locals and visitors in search of services, food, drink, and socializing. The historic village of Five Points, formed by the intersection of Devine, Harden, Santee, and Saluda streets, is prized for its eclectic blend of restaurants, watering holes, specialty retail stores, and businesses. -
August 5, 2008
National Night Out
Join your neighbors for on Tuesday, August 5th for National Night Out a special neighborhood crime prevention program. Now in its 25th year, the program will be highlighted in communities across the country and here in neighborhoods around our city. -
July 28, 2008
The Seventh Annual Columbia Choice Awards
The seventh annual Columbia Choice Awards, which honors individuals, neighborhoods, schools and organizations whose landscaping has enhanced the quality of life in Columbia, will be held on Thursday, Sept. 26 at the Big Apple on Hampton Street. -
July 28, 2008
Columbia Green Neighborhood Beautification Grant
The Columbia Green Neighborhood Beautification Grant program puts money directly into the hands of Columbia neighborhoods for beautification projects. Organized neighborhood associations and garden clubs can apply for a competitive grant to fund greening projects in public spaces. -
July 1, 2008
Gergel sworn in to City Council
Belinda Gergel was sworn in Monday as the newest member of Columbia City Council. Gergel replaces Anne Sinclair, who served as the District 3 representative for 20 years. -
June 30, 2008
Swearing-In Ceremony Planned for City Council Members
The Swearing-In Ceremony for returning and new City Council members will be held on June 30, 2008 at 4:00 p.m. at City Hall (1737 Main Street). Elections were held in April 2008 and the term of service begins July 1, 2008. -
April 2, 2008
Neighborhoods power Gergel to big win
Belinda Gergel was elected to Columbia City Council on Tuesday, offering a resounding victory to neighborhood leaders concerned about developers' influence in downtown growth. -
April 1, 2008
Final Columbia City Council election results
Here are the final results from the Columbia City Council election, held April 1. A city-wide referendum was also on the ballot to allow alcohol sales in Columbia on Sundays. -
March 22, 2008
The State Paper Endorses Belinda Gergel
Gergel better choice for Columbia City Council District 3 -
March 13, 2008
Brad Warthen's Blog features Belinda Gergel
When Belinda Gergel was an 18-year-old freshman at Columbia College, she first saw a house that she decided she must live in one day. Now, retired from chairing the history and political science departments at that college, she does.