During a recent government meeting, community members were encouraged to participate in a food drive benefiting local veterans. The initiative, spearheaded by a city representative, highlighted collection boxes placed at various local businesses, including Grecian Pizza, Better Days Diner, and Fozzie's Bar and Grill. The collection is set to culminate on September 25, with the items being delivered to the veteran's office in Columbia before its closing that day.

The representative outlined a list of ten requested items, which include canned meats, chili, Pop Tarts, pancake mix and syrup, canned chicken, spam, and paper towels. These items are intended to support the food closet located behind the veteran's office, which serves veterans in need.

In addition to the food drive, the meeting also addressed upcoming events, including the International City/County Management Association (ICMA) week. City leadership will be attending the ICMA conference in Pittsburgh, with designated officials, Jeff and Greg Temple, appointed to manage local affairs in their absence.

The meeting underscored the community's commitment to supporting veterans and maintaining local governance during leadership transitions.