Today, Oct. 16, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) announced 1,072 new confirmed cases and 95 new probable cases of the novel coronavirus COVID-19, 11 additional confirmed deaths and 3 new probable deaths.
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News from around the state
DHEC Says It Is Critical For Residents To Get Flu Shots
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The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) joins state and national partners in emphasizing how critical it is for individuals to stay as healthy as possible during this global pandemic.
Supply Continues To Outpace Gasoline Demand And Benefits Carolinas
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Motorists in the Carolinas are continuing to benefit from steady pump prices as Hurricane Delta made landfall along the Gulf Coast refinery region over the weekend, causing some disruptions and the main gas line to be down.
Stage Set For Spectacular Fall Color Season
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The stage is set for a spectacular fall color season in the southern Appalachians thanks to a lack of drought or extreme weather this summer, Clemson University forest ecologist Don Hagan said in his annual fall foliage forecast.
Arrival To Build First U.S. Electric Vehicle Microfactory In York County
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Arrival, a global electric vehicle (EV) company, today announced plans to establish its first U.S. Microfactory in York County. The $46 million investment into the region will create 240 new jobs.
New Online Recycling Tool Launched
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The South Carolina Department of Commerce and South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) announced the launch of a new online recycling tool that creates a network for recyclable materials.
Rivers Plumbing And Electric Making $9.1 Million Investment In Marion County
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Rivers Plumbing and Electric, Inc., an engineering and design, prefabrication, construction and post-construction firm, announced plans to establish operations in Marion County. The more than $9.1 million investment will create 150 new jobs.
Maxwood Furniture Expanding Operations In Marion County
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Maxwood Furniture, a manufacturer and distributor of bedroom furniture, announced plans to expand operations in Marion County. The more than $5.8 million investment will create 30 new jobs.
Vision Test Required To Renew Driver’s License Starting October 1st
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South Carolinians must soon have their vision tested before being able to renew their driver’s licenses.
Parents Reminded That Routine Vaccinations Are Essential
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As schools and universities across the state begin the school year, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) reminds parents how essential routine vaccinations are in light of the COVID-19 pandemic that has affected routine clinical care.