Longtime Aiken Senator Announces Retirement
For the second time in as many days, a long time state lawmaker has decided not to seek reelection. Senator Greg Ryberg of Aiken, a trusted stalwart in Republican circles across the state, announced he will not run for another term when his current one expires. “He’s just ready to move on,” a source told […]
Second Longest-Serving Republican in SC House Will Not Seek Re-Election
Rep. Jim Harrison, longtime Chairman of the House Judiciary Committee and the second longest-serving Republican in the S.C. House announced today he will not seek another term in the House. “This was a very difficult decision. Serving the people of Columbia in the House has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life,” Rep. […]
South Carolina Announces New Online Service to Connect Small Business and Entrepreneurs
Yesterday in West Columbia, Gov. Nikki Haley and the South Carolina Department of Commerce launched a new service called South Carolina Business Network at SCBizNetwork.com. The service provides resources to small businesses and entrepreneurs interested in turning their business concepts into reality. “We are constantly looking for ways to better serve the small business community […]
UPDATED — SC Hospitality Association President Found After Suicide
After ten days, Columbia police announced that they found the body of SC Hospitality Association chief executive and lobbyist Tom Sponseller at 10:45 a.m. in the association’s Lady Street parking garage in downtown Columbia. According to Columbia police, the cause of death for the 61 year old Sponseller was a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the […]
