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05/03/2026 · Longs

Richland County Dodges Taxpayer Hit on $1M Scout Motors Fine

Richland County has sidestepped a multimillion-dollar environmental penalty at the massive Scout Motors site, with third parties footing the full $1 million bill. Taxpayers are off the hook thanks to state reimbursements and outside reimbursements. The saga highlights ongoing stormwater woes at the Blythewood project drawing national attention.

05/03/2026
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