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New Website Brings State and Private Organizations Together to Simplify and Streamline Education and Workforce Resources The initial stage of the website, FindYourFuture.sc.gov, will develop further to offer data, information, and opportunities to improve the state's labor and education systems for the benefit of South Carolinians. Columbia, South Carolina. A collaboration of numerous state and local organizations, the Coordinating Council for Workforce Development (CCWD) is thrilled to introduce the FindYourFuture.sc.gov pilot. The purpose of this virtual platform is to give South Carolinians access to information that will help them on their educational and career path. It also gives businesses, educators, and workforce development partners around the state easy access to the variet...

Columbia, South Carolina.A plan proposed by a bipartisan coalition of South Carolina lawmakers may allow customers to buy electric vehicles (EVs) straight from producers such as Rivian, Tesla, and Scout Motors, eschewing conventional dealership networks. Scout Motors intends to build a $2 billion EV manufacturing facility in Blythewood, South Carolina, with production starting in 2027. This legislative action coincides with that plan. Currently, direct-to-consumer sales strategies used by businesses like Tesla and Rivian are prohibited by South Carolina law, which requires that vehicle sales take place through franchised dealerships. Volkswagen subsidiary Scout Motors plans to use a similar direct sales strategy for its next generation of SUVs and electric vehicles. Residents of South Caro...

The 2025 VA Federal Benefits Guide for Veterans, Dependents, Survivors, and Caregivers is a comprehensive reference that details the vast array of benefits and services accessible to veterans, according to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The guidebook gives Veterans and their families vital information on VA programs, eligibility requirements, and application procedures. It is accessible in print and digital formats. It contains information about: Compensation Life insurance Pension and fiduciary services Education benefits Economic development and employment opportunities Home loan guaranty programs and housing assistance Mental health resources The goal of the guide is to ensure that Veterans get the assistance they are entitled to by as...

(WNY News Now) Letitia James, the attorney general of New York, and eleven other states have warned federal employees about the Trump administration's deferred resignation policy. If federal employees retire before February 6, the scheme offers them ongoing salary through September 30, 2025, but authorities warn that this offer may not be guaranteed. NEW YORK Letitia James, the attorney general of New York, led a group of eleven other attorneys general today in alerting federal employees about the deceptive deferred resignation scheme of the Trump administration, which provides federal employees compensation through September 30, 2025, provided they resign by February 6. According to Attorney General James, the millions of federal employees perform crucial roles in many aspects of our ...

With a customized license plate intended to enhance communication with law enforcement and raise awareness, South Carolina is starting a new program to assist drivers who are autistic or neurodivergent. The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV) approved the new plates with the intention of assisting first responders in promptly identifying drivers who may have autism or other neurodivergent problems. This program is a component of the state's continuous endeavor to make communities safer and more welcoming for people with developmental disabilities. The plates, according to proponents, will add another level of communication, reducing the likelihood of miscommunication during crises or normal traffic stops. According to a representative for the South Carolina Autism Society,...

TEGA CAY, SCTo oversee food and beverage operations at the Tega Cay Golf Club, a significant community gathering place renowned for its picturesque views and well-liked dining area, the City of Tega Cay is seeking bids from eligible suppliers. The city's objective is to find a skilled supplier to improve the golf club's dining operations, as stated in the Request for Proposal (RFP). Interested vendors must show up for an obligatory pre-proposal meeting on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at 9:00 AM EST in the dining room of the Tega Cay Golf Club, which is situated at 15083 Molokai Drive. Respondents must attend this meeting in order for their proposals to be accepted. The proposal must be sent in a sealed envelope in two (2) physical copies and one (1) electronic copy. Key Submission Detail...

Written by Shaun Chornobroff for the SC Daily Gazette Columbia All South Carolina high school athletes who transfer schools can be eligible to play for their new team right away starting the following academic year. The state's 2023 voucher law contains a single sentence that hasn't received much attention—that is, until senators began discussing a bill this session that would restore the K–12 private tuition scholarships that the state Supreme Court struck down. This sentence has the potential to revolutionize the rules governing middle and high school athletics. Senate Minority Leader Brad Hutto raised concerns about the potential exploitation of a carve-out rule for student athletes receiving state aid during a subcommittee meeting on the bill. He was told that the law already include...

Under the Tribal Transportation Self-Governance Program (TTSGP) of the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT), the Catawba Nation has formally signed its first compact. With the deal finalized by Chief Brian Harris, Tribal Administrator Ashley Sexton, and Executive Director of Planning & Development Denise Bryson, the Catawba Nation became just the fifth of 574 federally recognized tribes to sign a compact of this type with USDOT. According to Chief Harris, this is a significant accomplishment for the Catawba Nation. Our tribe now has more control and flexibility over federal transportation money because to our self-governance compact, which enables us to increase community safety and connection. The agreement comes after 17 months of talks between the Catawba Nation and important ...

The Social Security Fairness Act is now law, a move celebrated as a triumph for public employees nationwide. The Government Pension Offset (GPO) and the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP), two laws that have long penalized public employees who have also received Social Security benefits from other jobs, are repealed by this historic legislation. Teachers, firefighters, police officers, and other public servants who have devoted their careers to serving their communities have been disproportionately impacted by the WEP and GPO. For people who also get a pension from a job where Social Security taxes were not paid, such as many state and local government jobs, these rules decreased or even abolished Social Security payments. To guarantee that public employees receive the full amount of Soc...

YORK COUNTY, S.C. Mitch Miller, who has served as temporary director and deputy director since last summer, has been formally named the new director of economic development for York County. Miller, who has worked in economic development for more than 15 years, is renowned for his capacity to build connections and promote strategic expansion. His ability to lead will be crucial in luring and keeping companies that boost York County's economy and improve the standard of living in the area. Miller was the Northeast Tennessee Regional Hub's Chief Operating Officer prior to joining York County, where he oversaw labor retention and company development. In the past, he served as the CEO of the Washington County Economic Development Council and the Northeast Tennessee Regional Economic Partnership...