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South Carolina State Library Announces 2025 Notable State Documents Award Winners

The Notable State Documents Awards Program began in 1991 to recognize exemplary state publications and has since expanded to include state government websites, videos, and apps.

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South Carolina State Library purchases new KASEMAKE CXD Machine

The State Library has purchased a new KASEMAKE CXD archival box making machine that will allow us to preserve library materials by producing customized archival boxes in-house for library items in the our collection.

New January Electronic State Publications

The South Carolina Emergency Management Division (SCEMD), a division of the Office of the Adjutant General, leads the state's emergency management program by supporting local authorities in minimizing loss of life and property from all-hazard events.

Recent Items

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February's New Acquisitions

We are excited to present the following selection of books added to our collection for February, 2026.

New December Electronic State Publications

The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) is the state agency responsible for protecting and managing the state’s natural and cultural resources, including fish and wildlife, plants, and special places. With over 1,000 employees across all 46 counties, SCDNR serves as the principal advocate and steward of South Carolina’s natural resources.

South Carolina Literary Landmarks

The South Carolina State Library’s Center for the Book needs your help identifying these key SC Literary Landmarks by nominating your suggestions. Location suggestions will be accepted year-round, and nominees will go to the SC State Library Board for voting.

South Carolina’s Guide to the American Revolutionary War

The South Carolina State Library, in partnership with the South Carolina American Revolution Sestercentennial Commission (SC250), produced a children’s activity booklet titled “South Carolina’s Guide to the American Revolutionary War”.

New November Electronic State Publications

The South Carolina Department of Public Safety (SCDPS) includes the Highway Patrol, State Transport Police, Bureau of Protective Services, Office of Highway Safety and Justice Programs, and the South Carolina Law Enforcement Officers Hall of Fame and has approximately 1,300 employees.

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December's New Acquisitions

We are excited to present the following selection of books added to our collection for December, 2025.

New October Electronic State Publications

The "Science of Reading" is a vast, interdisciplinary body of scientifically based research about reading from the fields of education, developmental psychology, and neuroscience, that explains how individuals learn how to read and best practices for reading instruction.

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November's New Acquisitions

We are excited to present the following selection of books added to our collection for November, 2025.

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New September Electronic State Publications

The South Carolina Interagency Council on Homelessness (formerly South Carolina Coalition for the Homeless) is a statewide network of advocates, service providers, and funders committed to ending homelessness since 2003.

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October's New Acquisitions

We are excited to present the following selection of books added to our collection for October, 2025.

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Upcoming Event

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SCCRRMM Revolutionary War Day

March 28, 2026, 10:00 AM

The State Library will be supporting the South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum's American Revolution Day. More American Revolution battles/skirmishes were fought in South Carolina than in any other state. Everyone has something to learn from the conflict that founded our country; the Relic Room’s full day of programs will offer something for everyone. Spend a day immersed in history and bring the youngsters!