The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced today the availability of $10 million to establish and evaluate comprehensive workplace health promotion programs across the nation to improve the health of American workers and their families. The initiative, with funds from the Affordable Care Act’s Prevention and Public Health Fund, is aimed at improving workplace environments so that they support healthy lifestyles and reduce risk factors for chronic diseases like heart disease, cancer, stroke, and diabetes.
Community Award Funding Available
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The South Carolina Chapter March of Dimes is currently accepting applications for the 2011 Community Awards Program. The goal of the Community Awards Program is to identify and fund community-based programs addressing the health concerns of pregnant women and infants in the state of South Carolina.
Federal Government Will Not Extend FUTA Surcharge, $55 Million Savings For SC Businesses
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South Carolina businesses may soon see a reduction in what they pay for their Federal Unemployment Tax Act (FUTA) liability. The federal government recently announced it will not seek to extend the 0.2 percent employer FUTA surtax scheduled to expire at the end of the month.
Home Invasion Suspect Captured
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A home invasion suspect on the loose in Latta on Wednesday was captured about 2:15 a.m. on Thursday morning, Captain Cliff Arnette said.
Search Enters 12th Hour (6/22-11:30 p.m. Update)
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The search for a home invasion suspect has entered its 12th hour, and the suspect has not yet been located.
Boating Guide to Little Pee Dee Released
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A “Boating Guide To The Little Pee Dee” on the scenic river water trail in Dillon County has been released by the S.C. Department of Natural Resources.
130+ Indictments Disposed Of At Court
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The June term of General Sessions (Criminal) Court in Dillon concluded last week with over 130 indictments disposed of and 27 people moved from the county jail.
Library, Auxiliary Working Together On ‘Grow With Books’ Project
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In partnership with the Dillon County Library, the McLeod Medical Center Dillon Volunteer Auxiliary’s “Grow with Books” Literacy Project stimulates an interest in reading at an early age.
Stackhouse Home Being Moved
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The Stackhouse home is being moved.