Richland County Councilman Derrek Pugh is holding a series of testing and mask giveaway events as part of the County’s continuing efforts to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

With five new Councilmembers at the helm, Richland County Council will begin setting priorities for 2021 on Thursday, Jan. 28, the first day of its annual retreat.

One of the nation’s premier credit rating bureaus has reaffirmed Richland County’s top rating status, signaling confidence in the County’s sound financial practices and policies.

Richland County residents age 70 and older are encouraged to take advantage of Prisma Health’s COVID-19 vaccination site in Columbia.

Richland County’s Budget and Grants Management Office has earned the highest honor in governmental budgeting for the 26th consecutive year.