The Riley Institute at Furman University this week announced the winners of its annual OneSouthCarolina Awards, which recognize South Carolinians who “exemplify statesmanship and a steadfast commitment to inclusive progress. Also this week, the S.C. Chamber of Commerce recognized two lawmakers for leadership.

Through the Riley Institute, S.C. Rep. Neal Collins, R–Pickens, will receive the 2026 Legislative Leadership award for his bipartisan approach to policymaking, and his focus on legislation with “long-term impact,” particularly in education and child welfare.

Winning the institute’s Civic Leadership award is William “Bill” Finn, a longtime South Carolina business leader and CEO who serves in leadership roles with several nonprofits, including as board chair of Turn90, which support

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