You can’t spell champion without Chapin!
Death, Taxes, and Chapin Cheerleaders winning another State Championship! Or, as I like to share with my colleagues at the State House, “You can’t spell Champion without Chapin”. Once again […]
WatchThe Weekly Rewind: Week of March 31st
*** This week’s Floor Actions of the SC House of Representatives, prepared by staff. Should you have any questions about my votes on these bills, or would like additional information, […]
Read MoreNathan Ballentine files for re-election
Serving our community has been an honor and privilege for me through the years and I look forward to continuing to work for you and your family! You always see […]
Read MoreBeautiful Day at the State House
With roughly 5 weeks left in this two-year session, there will be lots of activity inside the chambers! If there are bills of importance to you, please let me know! […]
WatchThe Weekly Rewind: Week of March 24th
*** This week’s Floor Actions of the SC House of Representatives, prepared by staff. Should you have any questions about my votes on these bills, or would like additional information, […]
Read MoreWatch the progress…
For years, I’ve kept y’all updated with the progress (or lack thereof) from the Richland County Penny Tax Program. After all these years, we now are finally going to see […]
WatchSigns, Signs, everywhere signs – get ready!
Today, the filing period opens tomorrow across the state for those interested in serving our state and local communities. Filing period runs through noon, Monday, March 30th. With our Richland […]
Read MoreThe Weekly Rewind: Week of March 9th (BUDGET WEEK)
*** This week’s Floor Actions of the SC House of Representatives, prepared by staff. Should you have any questions about my votes on these bills, or would like additional information, […]
Read MoreFighting to freeze tuition again (Year 7)
UPDATED MARCH 31, 2026 From The State… “We used to just say, ‘Hey, here’s the money, don’t raise tuition,’ ” Rep. Nathan Ballentine, R-Richland, said. “Now, we’re saying, ‘Hey, here’s […]
WatchThe Weekly Rewind: Week of March 3rd
*** This week’s Floor Actions of the SC House of Representatives, prepared by staff. Should you have any questions about my votes on these bills, or would like additional information, […]
Read MoreRemembering my hero, my Dad
Dennis Carroll Ballentine obituary and service information Last Thursday I left the State House abruptly after a phone call from my mother. This past week has been a blur mourning […]
WatchFrom the House Floor – thank you colleagues for your prayers and support
Grateful to my desk mate, Representative Paula Calhoon, for honoring my Dad with a House Resolution. TO REMEMBER AND CELEBRATE THE LIFE OF Dennis Carroll Ballentine, to EXPRESS THE PROFOUND […]
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