The WaterSC Water Resources Working Group will hold its next meeting on Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024, from 1:00 to 4:00 PM at Brookland Banquet & Conference Center, 1066 Sunset Blvd., West Columbia., The meeting, will be livestreamed, by SCETV, Agenda, For more information on upcoming and previous WaterSC meetings, visit our, WaterSC Meetings webpage, .
4:00 PM | Open House 6:00 PM | Receive Comments, For more information on upcoming and previous WaterSC meetings, visit our, WaterSC Meetings webpage, ., Members of the public can also join the, meeting virtually, to watch or to give a comment.
Do you love trees? J. Sterling Morton certainly did! In 1872, he founded Arbor Day as a holiday dedicated to planting trees and fostering appreciation for their incredible contributions to our environment. More than 150 years later, Arbor Day continues to inspire individuals and communities worldwide to make a lasting impact on our planet through the simple yet profound act of planting trees.…, Cleaner Air, : Trees filter pollutants and produce oxygen., Better Water Quality, : Root systems prevent soil erosion and filter water., Habitat for Wildlife, : Trees provide food and shelter for countless species., Natural Beauty, : They enhance our landscapes and provide shade, reducing energy costs. By planting a tree or attending a local event, you contribute to a healthier, more sustainable future for South Carolina. How to Celebrate Here are a few ways you can join the Arbor Day festivities:, Plant a Native Tree, : Enhance your yard or community space by planting a tree that’s native to South Carolina. Learn how to plant a tree properly ., Attend an Event, : Check out local Arbor Day celebrations and tree giveaways. (See the list below!), Spread the Word, : Share your Arbor Day activities on social media using #ArborDay, #PlantATree, and #SCForestry. Local Arbor Day Events & Tree Giveaways Participating in a community event is a great way to meet fellow tree enthusiasts and make a tangible impact. Visit the links below for details about Arbor Day happenings near you: Andrew Jackson State Park – Lancaster, SC Beaufort Arbor Day Celebration –…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Dec. 10, 2024 COLUMBIA, S.C. – The WaterSC Water Resources Working Group will hold its next meeting on Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024, from 1 p.m.-4 p.m. at Brookland Banquet & Conference Center, 1066 Sunset Blvd., West Columbia., The meeting will be livestreamed by SCETV on, scetv.org, ., A copy of the agenda and additional information are available at des.sc.gov/WaterSC . On Sept. 24, 2024, Governor Henry McMaster issued Executive Order 2024-22 , establishing the WaterSC Water Resources Working Group (WaterSC), with the S.C. Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) serving as the lead agency of the initiative. WaterSC is working across state agencies and with key…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Dec. 10, 2024 COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Mining Council will meet at 1 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12, at the S.C. Department of Natural Resources - Geological Survey, 5 Geology Road, Columbia, S.C. The agenda is available here. ###
The South Carolina Mining Council will meet at 1 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12, at the S.C. Department of Natural Resources - Geological Survey, 5 Geology Road, Columbia, S.C. Agenda
SCDES invites residents to attend an upcoming meeting that will introduce the draft Pee Dee River Basin Plan. Public input is an integral part of the development of the plan, which will help identify best management practices for ensuring the Pee Dee River basin has water resources available for all future users. This plan is the third of eight River Basin plans to be finalized over the next year…, South Carolina State Water Planning Framework, published in 2019., The public meeting is 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025, at the Clemson Pee Dee Research and Education Center, 2200 Pocket Road, Darlington. A copy of the agenda is available, here., It serves as an opportunity for the Pee Dee River Basin Council to solicit residents’ input about the draft plan, which is available on the, Draft Pee Dee River Basin Plan webpage, . Public comments will be accepted from Jan. 14-Feb. 13, 2025.