Richland County sheriff’s office reports successful switch to new radio system; 30‑day test under way

Feb 26, 2026

Sheriff reported that his office went live on a new county radio system and began a 30‑day burn/test period after DAQ testing at roughly 72 county sites; deputies reported improved in‑field reception and dispatch expects simplified cross‑agency communications once other agencies are migrated.

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The Richland County sheriff (speaker 4) told the Public Safety Standing Committee on Feb. 6 that his office went live on a new county radio system and has started a 30‑day operational test period intended to confirm coverage and functionality before other agencies are migrated.

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