Rice celebrates $1.2M federal grant for regional wastewater system upgrades in S.C. city

U.S. Rep. Tom Rice (R-SC) this week applauded a new million-dollar grant award for wastewater system infrastructure upgrades in his home-state district.

The federal Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded a $1.2 million grant to the City of Darlington, S.C., for the wastewater system infrastructure improvements, which are needed to support local business development. The grant will be matched with $305,580 in local investments, according to the EDA.

“This grant is great news and an important investment in Darlington’s infrastructure,” Rep. Rice said. “I am grateful for the Trump administration’s support and I will continue advocating for Seventh District priorities at the federal level.”

The project, made possible by the regional planning efforts led by the Pee Dee Regional Council of Governments, will bolster the city’s capacity to provide consistent sewer service to area employers, according to the EDA, which funds the Pee Dee council.

“It’s great news for all of South Carolina to know that we have partners in the Trump administration who understand the importance of providing businesses and local communities with the infrastructure necessary for their continued success and growth,” said South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster. “This investment will pay dividends in the Darlington community for many years to come.”