West Columbia City Councilman Jimmy Brooks

USC Men’s Basketball Coach Lamont Paris celebrated at West Columbia City Council meeting

West Columbia City Council presented USC Men’s Basketball Coach Lamont Paris, a West Columbia resident, with a resolution at Council’s Special Council Meeting on Monday.Paris’ accomplishments: Led the USC Men’s Basketball team to its best season ever (26-8) and an NCAA Tournament return Paris was named the SEC Coach of the Year and was a […]

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City of West Columbia releases Newsletter featuring West Columbia Christmas events, Bill’s Pickin’ Parlor and Mid-Carolina Marine

The December-January edition of the City of West Columbia’s Newsletter has been relesed.It features updates from Mayor Tem Miles and West Columbia City Council members. Also featured are: West Columbia Christmas events, Bill’s Pickin’ Parlor and Midland MarineClick here for a link

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West Columbia Mayor and City Council will work to make 2023 a good year for the city’s residents – Some have personal goals, too

It’s a new year and many people see it as a time for a fresh start. You may want to improve on the good things you do or break away from bad habits and rededicate yourself to a more fulfilling and fruitful lifestyle. New Year’s resolutions can work, according to a study published in the […]

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West Columbia Police Officer Randy Davis recognized by City Council upon his retirement

West Columbia Police Officer Randy Davis was recognized by the West Columbia City Council Tuesday night. Davis is retiring after 27 years as a law enforcement officer. He finished his career with WCPD as one of our River District Officers. Davis is pictured with Councilman Jimmy Brooks. He was thanked for his dedication and service […]

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West Columbia passes first reading of new budget with tax increase

West Columbia City Council passed first reading of the city’s 2022-2023 budget, Tuesday. There was some opposition to a tax increase that is included in the $21 million budget.Council members Jimmy Brooks, Mike Green and Erin Porter voted against the budget.Green said we are headed toward a recession. He also cited record-high gas prices ($4.59-a-gallon […]

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West Columbia mayor, city council share favorite Thanksgiving recipes

Thanksgiving is Nov. 25. It is a time for families to gather around the dinner table. Thanksgiving also makes us think of that special dish that we look forward to. This year, West Columbia Mayor Tem Miles and members of West Columbia City Council talked about their favorite Thanksgiving dishes. Mayor Tem Miles “I credit […]

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