Curtis Singleton, community service is not a separate activity added to professional life. Strong communities do not develop by accident. They are built through relationships, responsible institutions, engaged residents, trustworthy leadership, and people's willingness to contribute beyond their immediate interests. For Curtis Singleton, community service is not a separate activity added to professional life. It is a continuation of the same responsibility that shaped more th

Curtis Singleton: What Military Service Taught Me About Leadership Military service has a way of revealing what a person truly values. It places individuals in demanding environments, removes many familiar comforts, and requires people from different backgrounds to work toward a common mission. For Curtis Singleton, service in the United States Army and the South Carolina Army National Guard became a cornerstone of his leadership philosophy. The lessons were not limited to fo

Curtis M. Singleton reflects on leadership beyond the badge and the enduring importance of integrity, accountability, respect, and compassion. Leadership is often associated with visible symbols: a uniform, a badge, an office, a rank, or a place at the head of a table. Those symbols may represent responsibility, but they do not define leadership. For Curtis Singleton, some of the most important leadership lessons continued to matter long after a uniform was removed. Integrity

Curtis Singleton, a South Carolina veteran, retired law enforcement executive, author, and public-service leader. Retirement is often described as the end of a professional journey. For Curtis Singleton, retirement became a transition from one form of service into another. After more than 25 years in public service and law enforcement, I stepped away from a career that had shaped much of my adult life. I had worn a uniform, supervised employees, trained professionals, investi

Curtis M. Singleton — author, U.S. Army veteran, retired law enforcement executive, and public-service advocate. A Life Shaped by Service, Leadership, and Purpose Curtis M. Singleton, also known as Curtis Singleton, is a South Carolina author, U.S. Army veteran, retired law enforcement executive, community advocate, and public-service professional. His career reflects more than 25 years of leadership and service in law enforcement, public safety, military operations, educatio

Curtis M. Singleton, also known as Curtis Singleton, supports regional planning through Central Midlands Council of Governments Board service for Richland County. Curtis M. Singleton, also known professionally as Curtis Singleton, continues serving as a Richland County representative on the Central Midlands Council of Governments Board of Directors. The Central Midlands Council of Governments, commonly known as CMCOG, brings together local leaders from Richland, Lexington, Fa

Curtis M. Singleton serves on the Columbia Area Mental Health Center Board of Directors and the FY2027 Employee Recognition and Wellness Committee. Curtis M. Singleton, also known professionally as Curtis Singleton, will continue his service on the Columbia Area Mental Health Center Board of Directors during FY2027 after being assigned to the Board’s Employee Recognition & Wellness Committee. The committee supports efforts to recognize employees, encourage workplace wellness,

Curtis Singleton professionally known as Curtis M. Singleton joins fellow volunteers and members of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. during a Thanksgiving giveback initiative serving approximately 260 families in Richland County, South Carolina. In communities across South Carolina, meaningful service often begins with people willing to show up, give back, and support families during times of need. For Curtis M. Singleton, community service and public engagement have remained i

Curtis Singleton, also known as Curtis M. Singleton, was recognized alongside fellow veterans during the Blythewood Veterans Recognition Event honoring service, leadership, and community commitment in South Carolina. On Veterans Day, community members, veterans, and local leaders gathered in Blythewood, South Carolina, to recognize the men and women who answered the call to serve the nation. Among those recognized during the event was Curtis M. Singleton, a combat veteran, re

Curtis Singleton known professionally as Curtis M. Singleton at a community leadership event in South Carolina Curtis Singleton, also known professionally as Curtis M. Singleton, continues to build upon a life of service, leadership, mentorship, and community involvement throughout South Carolina. His journey reflects a strong commitment to public service, civic engagement, family values, and helping strengthen the communities around him. Through years of service in law enfo

Continuing a Commitment to Service, Army veteran, public servant, and community advocate Curtis Singleton recently completed the South Carolina Palmetto Pathfinder Training Program through the South Carolina Department of Veterans' Affairs. Curtis Singleton completes the South Carolina Palmetto Pathfinder Training Program hosted by the South Carolina Department of Veterans' Affairs on June 6, 2026. On June 6, 2026, Curtis Singleton successfully completed the South Carolina Pa

Curtis M. Singleton joins regional leaders and community representatives during a Richland County community engagement initiative. Community engagement remains an important part of building stronger relationships between local leaders, public agencies, and the residents they serve. Curtis Singleton recently participated in a Richland County community engagement initiative alongside representatives from the Central Midlands Council of Governments and community leaders from acr

Midlands Technical College, Harbison Campus, Curtis Singleton, CMCOG board service On Thursday, May 28, 2026, Curtis Singleton continued his service as a Richland County board member with the Central Midlands Council of Governments Board of Directors, reviewing regional matters connected to transportation, infrastructure, planning, and community development. As a board member, Singleton’s role is not ceremonial. Board service carries a responsibility to remain informed, revie

Curtis M. Singleton, also known as Curtis Singleton, was recognized as a 2026 Heroes Unite Community Impact Award Honoree for his veteran service, law enforcement leadership, disability advocacy, and community impact in South Carolina.

Curtis M. Singleton, Columbia Area Mental Health Center board service, community engagement Curtis Singleton, also known professionally as Curtis M. Singleton, continues to demonstrate his commitment to public service, civic engagement, and community-centered leadership through his involvement with the Columbia Area Mental Health Center Board of Directors. The Columbia Area Mental Health Center Board of Directors scheduled its May board meeting for Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at

Curtis Singleton pictured with a Disability Rights South Carolina Client Assistance Program brochure highlighting advocacy and vocational rehabilitation support services in South Carolina. Curtis Singleton has continued his commitment to public service through advocacy, client support, and work that helps individuals better understand their rights and access needed services in South Carolina. After years of service in law enforcement, public safety, and community leadership,

Curtis M. Singleton recognized by the South Carolina Senate with a Senate Resolution honoring his public service, leadership, and community impact. Curtis M. Singleton was recently recognized by the South Carolina Senate through the adoption and presentation of a Senate Resolution honoring his years of public service, leadership, and community impact. The recognition was presented as National Police Officer Appreciation Week came to a close, making the moment especially meani

Curtis Singleton and Chester Police Department officers supporting community food distribution efforts in Chester, South Carolina. Community service has always been a critical part of effective law enforcement. During his time as Police Chief in Chester, South Carolina, Curtis Singleton emphasized the importance of officers engaging directly with the community beyond traditional policing. In a feature highlighted by CN2 News, members of the Chester Police Department, alon

Curtis M. Singleton, also known professionally as Curtis Singleton, helped shape the vision for a new police facility in Chester, South Carolina, focused on public safety, planning, and community service.

Curtis M. Singleton speaking with a community member following an act of compassion that helped a stranded elderly man in Chester, South Carolina. Curtis M. Singleton, former Police Chief in Chester, South Carolina, has consistently emphasized the importance of community, compassion, and service. During his time in leadership, Curtis Singleton highlighted a powerful example of how everyday citizens play a critical role in public safety. Community Compassion and Public