Columbia to require masks within city limits

Columbia City Council voted to require face coverings in public beginning at 6 a.m. Friday to slow the spread of coronavirus. The ordinance exempts those with underlying health conditions and children 10 years old and younger.

McMaster unveils compliance program for restaurants

Restaurant owners that sign on to the measure, called Palmetto Priority, are expected to complete a list of protocols intended to quell the spread of COVID-19, complete a free online course and undergo an inspection by the Department of Health and Environmental Control.

Dominion Energy extends no-disconnect policy

Dominion has suspended disconnects and waived fees for those struggling to pay their bills to Sept. 14 even though the state mandate expired on May 14. The company urged customers to contact Dominion about options for paying bills, especially if they are having difficulty during the coronavirus pandemic.

Verizon to launch mentorships for female entrepreneurs

Verizon will launch a mentoring program aimed at providing female entrepreneurs and business owners with a network of female business leaders to coach them on navigating a COVID-19 reality.