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Clean Drinking Water

If you followed any of the press last week, you know the third week of South Carolina’s 124th legislative session was quite eventful. While our state leaders continued to debate the issue of Santee Cooper and how best…

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Conversations with Conservationists: A Senate Briefing

We have a packed week ahead of us. From continued, intense deliberations that address the issue of Santee Cooper to efforts that unveil the legislative priorities and goals of the South Carolina Conservation Coalition,…

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Hotlist – The Future of Santee Cooper

If you are like me, you were happy to see the Year 2020 find its place in the history books. It is safe to say that last Year was tough for all of us. However, even as its…

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Symptomatic for Energy Insecurity

A few days ago, I received an email from a mother of four — including a newborn. The screenshot attached to her message was a copy of her electric bill and a note asking for help. The reality of that…

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Welcome Back!

Welcome back to a new legislative session! I hope this update discovers you healthy and hopeful. While lawmakers continue to respond to the global pandemic and the impact it has had on our beloved state, this…

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CVSC Announces Three New Board Members

COLUMBIA — Conservation Voters of South Carolina (CVSC) announced today the appointment of three new members of its Board of Directors. Joining the CVSC Board are Bruce Cole, Willie Morgan, and Mark Robertson. “Our three newest Board members recognize the…

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Our Food Is Our Wealth

In the Pinehurst neighborhood, located in sunny Columbia, South Carolina, I founded the Pinehurst Farmers Market almost two Years ago because I saw that the two grocery stores within walking distance closed suddenly, at the same time.  It was…

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Recap of the Special Legislative Session

Whew! What an exciting legislative session! Last week, the South Carolina General Assembly finally adjourned for the 2020 legislative Year but not before we were able to celebrate some BIG WINS on wildlife protections, energy delivery, and the appointments of…

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Impactful Legislation, PSC Elections, and the Green Tie Awards

First and foremost, thank you! The South Carolina conservation community shared a few wins last week, thanks to passionate conservation voters like you. Before the special legislative session convened last week, there were quite a few unknowns…