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Join AARP South Carolina on Martin Luther King Jr. Day for a free film series at the Nickelodeon Theater in downtown Columbia. Experience three powerful films that explore civil rights, courage and the ongoing fight for equality. Registration is required; AARP membership is not.
As we wrap up 2025, AARP South Carolina is proud to reflect on the work we’ve done together with members, volunteers, and partners across the Palmetto State.
Scammers Increasingly Using Cryptocurrency ATMs in South Carolina
The kiosks—often located in gas stations, groceries or convenience stores—convert cash into difficult-to-trace digital currency. Growth in such scams has led to calls for legislation to better protect South Carolina consumers.
The South Carolina Public Service Commission (PSC) is reviewing settlements reached between Duke Energy Progress (DEP) and Duke Energy Carolinas (DEC) regarding their separate proposals to increase electric rates across the state.
AARP South Carolina partners with the Central Carolina Community Foundation’s One SC Fund to fight hunger and support food banks across the state.
As of November 1, 2025, millions of Americans—including many older Georgians—may not receive their monthly food benefits through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. This disruption affects individuals living on fixed incomes, many of whom rely on SNAP to afford groceries and maintain their health.
Dominion Energy South Carolina, Inc. is requesting a rate increase and changes to the Company’s electric rates and schedules for retail electric base rates. Learn more about what the changes mean to you and how you can speak out.
AARP South Carolina's virtual cooking class series features Greenville-based chef Veera Gaul, who is a proponent of heart-healthy Mediterranean-style food plans. The next class is Thursday, May 23.
AARP Board Chair Lloyd E. Johnson was honored on April 18 by the University of South Carolina’s School of Business. Johnson’s recognition was part of the school’s 38th Annual Leadership Awards.
House Bill 5118, the much talked about Energy Security Act is now in the Senate. State Senators will soon take up debating this bill. AARP SC delivered a letter to Senators.
Don't fall victim to financial abuse. Learn to spot the red flags so you can keep yourself and your family safe.
Given members’ ongoing worries about fraud, AARP South Carolina is working to educate them on how to avoid financial exploitation.
(Info. taken from SC Office of Regulatory Staff)
Join AARP SC and Chef Veera for a four-part virtual cooking series that will spice up your life. Learn tips and tricks to help you cook like a pro and make healthy food choices. Class dates: March 14, May 23, July 18, Sept. 26.
Cassandra Addison is AARP South Carolina’s new volunteer state president, helping lead advocacy efforts to address health care access, Social Security protections, brain health and caregiving.
Each month, state director Charmaine Fuller Cooper provides updates on the work being done around South Carolina to serve the 50+ in our state. Check out the latest.
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