The monthly newsletter reports on local government issues, legislative concerns, affiliate associations' activities and innovative programs of member municipalities.
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- Join an Affiliate Association and Focus on Professional Development in 2026
- News Briefs
- Understanding Opportunity Zones
- Enter an Achievement Award Project by February 4
- Secretary of Transportation Powell to Talk Road Infrastructure at Hometown Legislative Action Day
- Financial Reports, Economic Interest Statements Due the First Part of Each Year
- Municipal Association Cooperative Purchasing Program Adds New Partner
- Association Highlight: City Quick Connect Podcast
- What Is a 'Reading' When Adopting an Ordinance?
- Reducing Organizational Risk Through Mentorship
- Using Video to Spread the Word
- Social Media Moderation Needs Balance, Consistent Enforcement
- Public Comment Periods Need Rules and Fairness
- Communicating Strategically: Cities Use Different Social Media Platforms for Different Purposes
- Graduates, Award Winners Named at RMS Annual Members Meeting
- Time to Prepare for 2026 Achievement Award Entries
- News Briefs
- 2025 – 2026 Legislative Session Continues in January
- WeShopSC by the Numbers
- Hometown Legislative Action Day: A Critical Time to Focus on Legislator Relationships
- 2025 IMPACT Fund Recipients Announced
- Association Highlight: Subscribing to Municipal Association Content
- Hartsville Hits Refresh: How Main Street Is Driving Lasting Downtown Transformation
- Food Access Takes Many Forms
- What Happens if Council Doesn’t Meet in a Given Month?
- Municipal Elected Officials Institute of Government Quiz
- Three Forms of Government Divide Responsibilities Differently
- Fund Balances Help Bridge the Gap
- How Does Releasing Personnel and Compensation Information Work Under FOIA?