Religion · Columbia, SC Metro · August 21, 2026
SC Church's Lawsuit Over Religious Bias in County Deal Advances to Trial
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- Church leaders pursuing municipal contracts or redevelopment deals should document all communications with officials in writing.
- Ask your local council or planning board directly whether religious status factors into eligibility for economic development consideration.
- Review your church or ministry's legal counsel arrangements now, before a dispute arises, in case discovery or litigation becomes necessary.
- Track the Word of God Church v. Richland County case as it proceeds through discovery toward the 2027 trial date.
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