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.
- Officials Gather in Columbia for Hometown Legislative Action Day
- News Briefs
- Understanding Economic Indicators: Hometown Legislative Action Day Highlights 2024 Outlook
- Security, Vigilance Help Deter Vandalism
- Spreading the ‘Shop Local’ Message
- Impact Analyses Help Determine Annexation Feasibility
- Above and Beyond: Outreach Connects Residents to Council Meetings
- 63 Municipal Officials Graduate From MEO, Advanced Institutes
- Manage Public Comment Periods Cautiously
- Best Practices for Newly Elected Officials
- Executive Session FAQs
- Association Highlight: Forms and Powers of Municipal Government Handbook
- Avoid Adopting an Agenda as an Action Item
- Municipal Elected Officials Institute of Government Quiz
- News Briefs
- American Rescue Plan Report Due by April 30
- Municipal Law FAQs
- Complete the Statement of Economic Interest by March 30
- Association Highlight: Municipal Officials and Legislative Directory
- Hot Liquids, Chemicals and Electrical Hazards Need the Right Equipment
- Why Annexation Matters
- The Principles of Good Development Agreements
- Canopy Management Creates Strong Cities
- Planning and Zoning Officials Must Take Training Courses
- Avoiding Planning and Zoning Lawsuits
- Planning Commissions and Boards Need Space to Work