South Carolina H 4923: Support for Israel

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2025-2026 Bill 4923 Text of Previous Version (Feb. 05, 2026) - South Carolina Legislature Online 

South Carolina General Assembly
126th Session, 2025-2026

Bill 4923

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Recalled

February 5, 2026

H. 4923

Introduced 
by Rep. Caskey 

S. Printed 2/5/26--S.

Read the first time February 4, 2026

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A concurrent RESOLUTION

To request the Department of Transportation 
name the portion of 12th Street from its intersection with Knox Abbott Drive to 
its intersection with Jarvis Klapman Boulevard in the City of West Columbia in 
Lexington County "Gus Manos Memorial Street" and erect appropriate markers or 
signs at this location containing these words.

Whereas, devoted 
husband, proud father and grandfather, veteran, and dedicated community leader 
are among the labels used to describe Gus Pete Manos who peacefully passed away 
December 19, 2025. Most, however, remember him as the beloved restauranteur who 
welcomed generations of people through the doors of Zesto, a local institution 
and cornerstone of the West Columbia-Triangle City community; and

Whereas, born in 
Magoula, Greece, to parents Panagioti and Eleni Mavrogiannis, Gus Manos 
emigrated to the United States at the age of eleven, carrying with him a deep 
appreciation for the opportunity, hard work, and family. He graduated from 
Columbia High School in 1958 and went on to proudly serve his adopted country 
in the United States Army as a member of the military police; and

Whereas, Manos 
became a part of Zesto of West Columbia in 1961 having worked at the Five 
Points location prior to that. Under his stewardship, Zesto became more than a 
restaurant, it was a gathering place where traditions were shared and memories 
were made while patrons dined on fried chicken, cheeseburgers and those 
legendary chocolate dipped ice cream cones. Manos' lasting contributions to the 
restaurant industry were recognized with his induction into the South Carolina 
Restaurant and Lodging Association Restaurant Hall of Fame; and

Whereas, a 
dedicated public servant, Manos begin serving on the Springdale Town Council in 
1974 and served continuously for forty-two years. He also held the role of 
Mayor Pro Tempore, helping guide the town's growth and advocating for its 
residents. In recognition for his lifelong service and impact on the State of 
South Carolina, in 2015 he was awarded the Order of the Palmetto, the state's 
highest civilian honor; and

Whereas, a man 
of deep conviction, Manos was a lifelong and devoted member of Holy Trinity 
Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Columbia where his faith, heritage, and sense of 
community were central to his life. Above all, he was a family man whose 
greatest pride were his loved ones that included Sheri Manos, his wife of sixty 
years, his son and daughter-in-law, Pete and Anastasia Manos, and his cherished 
granddaughter, Melina, who brought him immense joy; and

Whereas, Gus 
Pete Manos leaves behind a legacy of integrity, perseverance, and generosity. 
His influence lives on in the family he loved, the community he served, and the 
countless lives he touched through quiet leadership and unwavering values. With 
a lifelong commitment of public service, it is only fitting and proper that a 
street in West Columbia be named in his memory. Now, therefore,

Be it resolved by 
the House of Representatives, the Senate concurring:

That the members 
of the South Carolina General Assembly, by this resolution, request the Department 
of Transportation name the portion of 12th Street from its intersection with Knox 
Abbott Drive to its intersection with Jarvis Klapman Boulevard in the City of 
West Columbia in Lexington County "Gus Manos Memorial Street" and erect 
appropriate markers or signs at this location containing these words.

Be it further 
resolved that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Department of 
Transportation.

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