Presidential Inauguration
2025-02-23
Second District Dispatch February 2025 By Congressman Joe Wilson I am grateful to have attended the swearing-in of Donald Trump as the 47th President ofContinue Reading
Columbia extends Instacart partnership
2025-02-09
Columbia announces a one-year extension of the Grocery Access Pilot (GAP) program in partnership with Instacart. The initiative aims to continue combating food insecurity andContinue Reading
FEMA Extends Deadline for Hurricane Helene Relief to January 28
2025-01-22
At the request of South Carolina, the deadline to apply for FEMA assistance for those impacted by Hurricane Helene has been extended to January 28,Continue Reading
Lawmakers seek solution to ‘liquor liability’
2025-01-21
By Al Dozier Local lawmakers say the increasing impact of rising insurance rates on restaurants and nightclubs is creating a crisis in the business community.Continue Reading
City of Cayce Opens 2025 Hospitality and Accommodation Grants Program
2025-01-13
The City of Cayce has officially launched the 2025 Hospitality and Accommodation Grants program, offering a financial boost to local businesses and organizations that enhanceContinue Reading
Rep. Joe Wilson Statement on Recent Domestic Terrorist Activity
2025-01-03
Washington, DC – Congressman Joe Wilson issued the following statement on the recent terrorist activity in the United States: “The FBI defines ‘domestic terrorism’ as “Violent, criminal actsContinue Reading
Volunteers needed to help local children
2025-01-02
The Cass Elias McCarter Guardian ad Litem Program is offering free online training to those interested in becoming a volunteer Guardian ad Litem (GAL) inContinue Reading
Columbia City Council Approves New Parking Rates and Policies
2024-12-24
The Columbia City Council approved changes to the city’s parking rate ordinance during its December 4 meeting, following months of discussions with citizens, hospitality districts,Continue Reading
Wilson on House Passage of FY25 NDAA
2024-12-16
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Joe Wilson, Senior Member of the House Armed Services Committee, issued the following statement after the House voted on passage of theContinue Reading
Cayce Secures $2.1 Million for New Visitor Center at 12,000 Year History Park
2024-11-13
CAYCE, SC – The City of Cayce has received a $2.1 million gift from the Boyd Foundation, a donation that will fully fund the constructionContinue Reading
Ott Wins Big in District 26 Senate Race, Promises Bipartisan Leadership
2024-11-07
West Columbia, SC — In a stunning victory, Russell Ott has claimed the seat for South Carolina’s Senate District 26, marking a new chapter inContinue Reading