Central Midlands Council of Governments wants to hear from you!
Join the Community Focus Group for older adults, individuals with disabilities, and caregivers to share transportation challenges, barriers to mobility, and ideas to improve transportation services for older adults and individuals with disabilities in the community.
The focus group meeting will be held Thursday, May 28th from 3:00-4:15 p.m. at the Waldrop Senior Center. The meeting location is wheelchair accessible.
If you need translation services, transportation assistance, or other accommodations, please contact Laura Brown at (813) 482-8828 or lbrown@rlsandassoc.com. Please make requests at least two days before the meeting.
Chairman Nick Shealy and Newberry County extend their deepest condolences on the passing of Judge Ronald “Ron” Halfacre.
"Judge Halfacre was a good man, a respected judge, and someone who served his community with honor and integrity. His passing is a tremendous loss for Newberry County, and he will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and loved ones during this difficult time," said Chairman Shealy.
During the May 6 Newberry County Council meeting, Council recognized the dedicated men and women of the Newberry County Sheriff’s Office, including law enforcement officers, correctional officers and employees, and public safety telecommunicators, for their continued service, professionalism, and commitment to keeping our community safe.
Council also recognized the following national observances honoring these public safety professionals:
• National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week - April 12–18, 2026.
• National Correctional Officers and Employees Week - May 3–9, 2026.
• National Police Week - May 11–16, 2026.
• Peace Officers Memorial Day - May 15, 2026.
Newberry County thanks these brave men and women for the sacrifices they make each day in service to our citizens and community.
#NewberryCounty #PublicSafety #NCSO #TelecommunicatorsWeek #CorrectionsWeek #NationalPoliceWeek
Newberry County Council proudly recognized the businesses and entrepreneurs who help our community thrive by proclaiming May 3-9, 2026, as National Small Business Week during its May 6 meeting.
Small businesses are the backbone of our local economy, creating jobs, fostering innovation, and strengthening our communities through their continued support of local programs, events, and organizations.
The proclamation was accepted by Michelle Long, CEO of the Newberry County Chamber of Commerce, Lorie Graham with the Small Business Development Center, and Glenn Hamm of Hamm Hardware and Building Supplies, which is proudly celebrating 100 years of serving our community.
Newberry County encourages all citizens to recognize and support the contributions of small businesses and the vital role they play in making our community strong. #NationalSmallBusinessWeek