The Department of Social Services (DSS) recognizes and honors the month of June as Family Reunification Month to raise awareness and celebrate the work put into strengthening families.
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News from around the state
Near-Normal Hurricane Season Predicted
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NOAA forecasters with the Climate Prediction Center, a division of the National Weather Service, predict near-normal hurricane activity in the Atlantic this year.
DHEC Stresses Importance Of Being Prepared For Severe Weather As Hurricane Season Begins
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The 2023 hurricane season officially began on June 1, and the South Carolina Department of Health and Control (DHEC) reiterates the South Carolina Emergency Management Division’s (EMD) important message of being prepared for severe weather events this summer and fall. The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30.
State Treasurer Announces Return Of Palmetto Baby Grant Program
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced the return of the annual Palmetto Baby Grant Program in celebration of National 529 Day.
Scammers Posing As Dept. Of Consumer Affairs
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A key red flag of a scam is when someone pretends to be from a well-known organization such as federal or state agencies, law enforcement or businesses.
Brandon Allen Named One Of York County’s ‘Ones To Watch’
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Brandon Allen has been selected as one of York County’s Ones to Watch for 2023.
South Carolinians Urged To Get Tested For Hepatitis B And C
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May is National Hepatitis Awareness Month, and the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control’s (DHEC) Division of STD/HIV/Viral Hepatitis is encouraging South Carolinians to know their status and get tested for hepatitis B and C.
DHEC Welcomes Shrivastava-Patel As Board Chairwoman
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The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) welcomes Seema Shrivastava-Patel as chairwoman of the South Carolina Board of Health and Environmental Control.
Gov. Henry McMaster Calls General Assembly Back For Extra Session
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Governor Henry McMaster has issued Executive Order 2023-13 to reconvene the General Assembly for an extra legislative session to take up enhanced penalties for illegal gun possession, bond reform, the General Appropriations Act, the Fetal Heartbeat and Protection from Abortion Act, and other matters of public importance beginning Tuesday, May 16.
DHEC Welcomes Richmond To South Carolina Board Of Health And Environmental Control
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The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is pleased to welcome Dr. William D. Richmond as its newest board member representing Congressional District 7.