The monthly newsletter reports on local government issues, legislative concerns, affiliate associations' activities and innovative programs of member municipalities.
Uptown has received awards as an outstanding publication by the SC Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America, the SC Chapter of the International Business Communicators Association, the SC Press Association and the SC Association of Society Executives.
- 2026 Annual Meeting to Feature Forms of Government Panel
- Small Cities Summit Coming on August 12
- News Briefs
- General Assembly Passes SCDOT Bill
- Why Serve in Local Government?
- Small-scale Producers Gain Momentum Through Main Street SC Accelerator
- Training and Work Culture Help Prevent Distracted Driving
- Association Highlight: SC Business Licensing Officials Association
- Municipal Elected Officials Institute of Government Quiz
- Why Safety Professionals Matter: Behind the Scenes of Safer Cities
- Weathering the Storm: Stormwater Master Plans Tackle Flooding and Runoff Management
- Environmental Advisory Councils Lead Sustainability Efforts
- Get Insurance Coverage and Property Ready for Hurricane Season With a Storm Preparation Checklist
- It's Almost Time to Register for the 2026 Annual Meeting
- Community-building Expert to Deliver 2026 Annual Meeting Keynote
- News Briefs
- SC RFA Provides Guidance on Audit Threshold Increase, FY 2026 Millage Cap
- Why Serve in Local Government?
- Passing a Budget Comes With Several Legal Requirements
- Municipal Compensation Survey Data for 2026 is Now Available
- Business Licensing Officials Association Training Institute Graduates 15
- Municipal Clerks and Treasurers Institute Recognizes Newest Graduates
- Historic Preservation Brings Tangible Community and Economic Benefits
- Economic Incentives Help Make Rehabilitation Projects Possible
- Growing Populations Need Growing Sidewalk Networks
- New Program, New Possibilities: Helping Utilities Thrive
- Water Rates Need Regular Review, Should be 'Reasonable'