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Festive fellowship and Halloween hubbub were in abundance last Friday for Fall Movie Night, hosted by Councilwomen Tyra Little (District 3), Tish Dozier Alleyne (District 8) and Cheryl English (District 10) in partnership with nonprofit Serve & Connect and other organizations.
Residents of the Woodfield area learned about valuable community resources with their neighbors and enjoyed pizza and the children's movie "Elio." With participation from entities including Flourish with LCD, the American Heart Association, and Richland School District Two, the event showed community belonging and unity. The County thanks all participating sponsors and volunteers.
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Richland County EMS is accepting donations of toys, clothing and other items as part of "Stuff an Ambulance," a holiday tradition to benefit Richland County Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA).
To support the effort, drop off new, unwrapped donations at EMS headquarters, 1410 Laurens St., Columbia, during business hours through Dec. 4. For more information, contact Capt. Adams or Lt. Griffin of EMS: 803-576-3409.
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 CASA staff member recognized as 'Hometown Hero'
Angela Kohel, managing attorney for Richland County Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA), was recently named a Hometown Hero by WLTX TV. The network's Hometown Heroes series highlights "everyday people doing extraordinary things in our community."
In her nomination of Kohel, Cecilia Donato with CASA wrote: "She has a sharp wit, and is funny, kind, professional, compassionate, and dedicated to protecting the most vulnerable citizens of Richland County, its abused and neglected children. ... During her career, Angie has affected the lives of tens of thousands of children through her advocacy for them. She continues to strive for a world in which kids are happy and raised in safe and loving homes."
County division receives thanks for helpful service
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Richland County staff were recently recognized for providing excellent customer service. A resident commended a crew from the County's Roads and Drainage Division for their work to remove a tree on Woodale Circle in Columbia.
To recognize an employee for a job well done, call the County Ombudsman: 803-929-6000.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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Richland County Council Meeting
6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 4, County Administration Building (2nd-floor Council Chambers), 2020 Hampton St., Columbia
Meetings are streamed live on the County's YouTube and Facebook pages.
More information
Richland County Delinquent Tax Sale
10 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday, Nov. 3, 9 a.m.-until Tuesday, Nov. 4, Township Auditorium, 1703 Taylor St., Columbia
The annual event involves the sale of delinquent properties in the County and is conducted as a public auction.
More information
Municipal Election Day
7 a.m.-7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 4, various sites
Cast your vote in elections in Arcadia Lakes, Blythewood, Columbia and Irmo.
More information
Blood Drive with the American Red Cross
10 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 12, County Administration Building (Fourth Floor Conference Room), 2020 Hampton St., Columbia
Help save a life by scheduling a time to donate blood with the County.
More information
America Recycles Day: Free Drop-off Event
8 a.m.-noon Saturday, Nov. 15, Columbia Place Mall, 7201 Two Notch Road, Columbia
Richland County residents can drop off recyclable materials, including household hazardous waste and paper for shredding.
More information
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RICHLAND COUNTY COUNCIL
Richland County Council conducts regular session meetings the first and third Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. in Council Chambers. All meetings are open to the public.
Councilmembers and contact info
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District 1
Councilman Jason Branham / 803-542-0002
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District 2
Councilman Derrek Pugh (Vice Chair) / 803-977-4339
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District 3
Councilwoman Tyra Little / 803-422-0203
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District 4
Councilman Paul Livingston / 803-765-1192
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District 5
Councilperson Allison Terracio / 803-622-6029
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District 6
Councilman Don Weaver / 803-995-3703
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District 7
Councilwoman Gretchen D. Cooper / 803-977-4337
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District 8
Councilwoman Tish Dozier Alleyne / 803-457-2597
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District 9
Councilwoman Jesica Mackey (Chairwoman) / 803-977-4338
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District 10
Councilwoman Cheryl English / 803-949-0770
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District 11
Councilwoman Chakisse Newton / 803-973-9652
For matters pertaining to Council, you may also email the Clerk of Council or call 803-576-2060.
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