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.
- City and Town Input Strengthens the Municipal Association’s Advocacy Work
- News Briefs
- Auto Accident Root-cause Analysis Helps Prevent Future Losses
- Last Call for the 2026 Municipal Association Achievement Awards
- Risk Management Services to Launch New App for Updating SCMIT, SCMIRF Roles
- Careful Management and Training Help Prevent Burn Injuries
- The Main Street Advantage: Driving Vibrant, Resilient Downtowns Through National Standards
- Parliamentary Procedure Can Keep Councils on Track
- Comprehensive Plans Shape Cities’ Futures
- Naming, Laying Out and Closing Municipal Streets
- Planning Boards Have Open Meetings, Education Requirements
- Association Highlight: SC Community Development Association
- Annexation Information Hub Explains Complexities
- Architectural Review Boards, Design Review Boards Blend Old With New
- 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