The American Red Cross of South Carolina urges everyone to get ready for emergencies, like home fires and other disasters, by making preparedness a priority this September during National Preparedness Month.
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News from around the state
Red Cross Facing National Blood Shortage
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The American Red Cross is experiencing a national blood shortage. Fewer donors than needed gave this summer, drawing down the national blood supply and reducing distributions of some of the most needed blood types to hospitals. Hurricane Idalia further strained the blood supply with blood drive cancellations and reduced blood and platelet donations in affected areas.
National Weather Service Holding Open House For First Time In Almost 30 Years
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The National Weather Service office in Wilmington, NC will be hosting an open house on November 4th, 2023 from 10am to 2pm. This will be the office’s first open house in almost 30 years and everyone is welcome.
Renovated Administration Building To Serve As Home For COBE Students
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Nearing completion on North Greenville University’s (NGU) Tigerville campus, The Donnan/COBE Project will provide a permanent home for College of Business and Entrepreneurship (COBE) students in the spring of 2024.
USC Budget Proposal Holds Down Tuition, Board Advances Key Projects
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The University of South Carolina’s Board of Trustees approved Friday (Sept. 15) a state budget request for the next academic year that prioritizes access and affordability, enhances research and improves health outcomes for South Carolina residents.
Public Urged To Be On Lookout For Yellow-Legged Hornets
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Clemson University officials are urging South Carolina beekeepers and the public to be on the lookout for yellow-legged hornets after the invasive insect was discovered in the Savannah, Georgia, area.
USC’s Carolina Band Invited To 2024 Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade®
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The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade® committee has announced the Carolina Band as one of their premier bands selected to perform in the 2024 parade.
Governor Signs Ceremonial Alzheimer’s Bill
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Governor Henry McMaster was joined by the South Carolina Alzheimer’s Association, state agency leaders, and members of the General Assembly for a ceremonial bill signing of S. 569, which requires the advisory council for the Department on Aging’s Alzheimer’s Resource Coordination Center to maintain and update a comprehensive statewide plan to address Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.
Recent Hurricane Outlook Update Shows Above-Normal Season
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Scientists at NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center — a division of the National Weather Service — have increased their prediction for the ongoing 2023 Atlantic hurricane season from a near-normal level of activity to an above-normal level of activity with their recent update.
DSS Offering Grants For Child Care Providers
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The South Carolina Department of Social Services (DSS) is offering a one-time Materials, Health & Safety Grant for child care providers.