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Gov. Henry McMaster Takes Steps to Assist Local Governments with Mosquito Abatement
Thu, 10/04/2018
Governor Henry McMaster today sent a letter to S.C. Treasurer Curtis Loftis requesting the transfer of $4 million from the Unclaimed Property Account to the S.C. Emergency Management Division (SCEMD…Caterpillar Locating New Operations in Greenwood County
Thu, 10/04/2018
Caterpillar Inc., one of the world’s leading manufacturers of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives, will locate a…Wheel Pros Establishing New Manufacturing and Distribution Operations in York County
Wed, 10/03/2018
Wheel Pros, LLC, a leading designer, marketer and distributor of branded aftermarket wheels, today announced plans to establish new manufacturing and distribution operations in York County. The $13.9…Evanesce Packaging Solutions, Inc. Locating Production Facility in Colleton County
Wed, 10/03/2018
Evanesce Packaging Solutions, Inc.today announced plans to locate its first large-scale production operations in Colleton County. The facility, which will manufacture compostable food service trays,…MAHLE Behr Expanding Its Charleston County Operations
Wed, 10/03/2018
MAHLE Behr Charleston Inc., a leading supplier of air conditioning and radiator assemblies, is expanding its manufacturing operations in Charleston County. The company’s $36 million investment is…Disaster Recovery Centers Opening in Marion, Marlboro, Georgetown Counties
Wed, 10/03/2018
The State of South Carolina and FEMA will open Disaster Recovery Centers in Marion, Marlboro, and Georgetown Counties. Marion's will open tomorrow, October 4, Marlboro's will open Friday, October 5,…Florence and Darlington County Residents Eligible for FEMA Individual Assistance
Tue, 10/02/2018
At the request of Governor Henry McMaster, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has amended its disaster declaration for Hurricane Florence to make residents in Florence and Darlington…Gov. Henry McMaster to Host Chesterfield Team South Carolina Day
Tue, 10/02/2018
Governor Henry McMaster will visit Cheraw on Thursday, October 4, for Chesterfield Team South Carolina Day – a relief event that will serve as a one-stop for Chesterfield County residents who have…Disaster Recovery Centers Opening in Chesterfield, Dillon and Horry Counties
Mon, 10/01/2018
Disaster Recovery Centers are opening in in Cheraw, Dillon and Conway on Tuesday, October 2 to help residents with damages and losses from Hurricane Florence. Other centers will be opening soon in…Longleaf Packaging, LLC Locating New Operations in Orangeburg County
Wed, 09/26/2018
Longleaf Packaging, LLC today announced plans to establish a new manufacturing facility in Orangeburg County. The company’s $6 million investment is projected to create 28 new jobs in the community.…Georgetown County Residents Eligible for FEMA Individual Assistance Program
Wed, 09/26/2018
At the request of Governor Henry McMaster, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has amended its disaster declaration for Hurricane Florence to make residents in Georgetown County eligible…Element Materials Technology Opening Anderson County Facility
Wed, 09/26/2018
Element Materials Technology (Element), a leader in materials and product qualification testing, today announced plans to open new operations in Anderson County. The company’s $3.4 million investment…Weekly Schedule: September 24, 2018
Tue, 09/25/2018
Gov. Henry McMaster’s schedule for the week of September 24th includes: Wednesday, September 26, 8:00 AM: Gov. McMaster will speak at the Downtown Columbia Rotary Club meeting, The Palmetto Club,…Chesterfield County Residents Eligible for FEMA Individual Assistance Program
Tue, 09/25/2018
At the request of Governor Henry McMaster, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has amended its disaster declaration for Hurricane Florence to make residents in Chesterfield County eligible…Disaster Unemployment Assistance Available for Four Counties Affected by Hurricane Florence
Mon, 09/24/2018
Governor Henry McMaster and S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) Executive Director Cheryl Stanton today announced that residents in Dillon, Horry, Marion and Marlboro counties are now…Team South Carolina Emergency Response
Mon, 09/24/2018
The South Carolina Emergency Response Team is monitoring and preparing for the water levels of rivers to continue to rise. The forecast is for flood waters in portions of the Pee Dee region including…Four South Carolina Counties Approved for Individual Assistance Program
Fri, 09/21/2018
At the request of Governor Henry McMaster, the Federal Emergency Management Agency has amended its disaster declaration for Hurricane Florence to make residents in Dillon, Horry, Marion and Marlboro…Gov. Henry McMaster, UnitedHealth Group Celebrate $500,000 Donation to the One SC Fund
Fri, 09/21/2018
Governor Henry McMaster was joined today by UnitedHealth Group executives and Joanne Turnquist of the Central Carolina Community Foundation to celebrate UnitedHealth Group’s $500,000 donation to…Federal Highway Administration “Quick Release” Emergency Funds
Fri, 09/21/2018
At the request of Governor Henry McMaster and South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) Secretary Christy Hall, SCDOT has been approved for $8 million in Federal Highway Administration (…Gov. McMaster Requests Federal Support for Hurricane Florence Recovery
Thu, 09/20/2018
Governor Henry McMaster today sent a letter to South Carolina’s congressional delegation requesting their continued support as the state begins to focus on recovery efforts prior to expected flooding…Gov. Henry McMaster Suspends Fifth Circuit Solicitor Dan Johnson
Wed, 09/19/2018
Governor Henry McMaster today suspended Fifth Circuit Solicitor Dan Johnson following his indictment, and has appointed Deputy Attorney General Heather Weiss to serve in his place.Weekly Schedule: September 17, 2018
Mon, 09/17/2018
Gov. Henry McMaster’s Weekly Schedule: September 17, 2018
Columbia, S.C. – Gov. Henry McMaster’s schedule for the week of September 17th includes:Team South Carolina Continues to Respond to Florence
Mon, 09/17/2018
The South Carolina Emergency Response Team continues to remain fully staffed and dedicated to respond to what is now Tropical Depression Florence. The State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) is…President Donald J. Trump Declares Disaster for State of South Carolina and Eight Counties
Mon, 09/17/2018
In response to Governor Henry McMaster’s request, President Donald Trump declared that a major disaster exists in the state of South Carolina and approved federal reimbursement through FEMA for costs…Evacuation Orders Lifted for Horry and Georgetown Counties Tomorrow at 9AM
Sat, 09/15/2018
In coordination with local officials, Governor Henry McMaster today announced that evacuation orders for Horry and Georgetown counties will be lifted tomorrow morning, Sunday, September 16 at 9 AM.…Evacuation Orders Lifted for Charleston, Dorchester, Berkeley, and Colleton Counties
Sat, 09/15/2018
In coordination with local officials, Governor Henry McMaster announced that evacuation orders have been lifted for all residents in Charleston, Dorchester, and Berkeley counties, along with Edisto…Team South Carolina Prepares for Tropical Storm Florence
Fri, 09/14/2018
The South Carolina Emergency Response Team continues to track Tropical Storm Florence and remains fully dedicated to preparing for the storm's impact on South Carolina. Forecasters say that Florence…Team South Carolina Prepares for Hurricane Florence
Wed, 09/12/2018
The South Carolina Emergency Emergency Response Team continues to track Hurricane Florence and remains fully dedicated to preparing for the storm's potential impact on South Carolina. Forecasters say…Gov. Henry McMaster Lifts Mandatory Evacuations for Southern Coastal Counties
Tue, 09/11/2018
Residents in the southern most parts of South Carolina no longer need to evacuate due to Hurricane Florence. Due to updated predictions from the National Hurricane Center, Governor Henry McMaster, in…Gov. Henry McMaster Orders Mandatory Evacuations for Coastal Counties Effective Tomorrow, September 11 at Noon
Mon, 09/10/2018
Governor Henry McMaster, in coordination with local officials, has issued Executive Order 2018-29 (PDF), which orders the evacuation of coastal South Carolina residents for their personal safety…Gov. McMaster Requests Federal Disaster Declaration in Advance of Hurricane Florence's Potential Impact to SC
Sun, 09/09/2018
Governor Henry McMaster has submitted to President Donald Trump a request for a federal emergency declaration in anticipation of the possible impact from Hurricane Florence.S.C. Agencies, Residents Prepare for Hurricane Florence
Sun, 09/09/2018
The South Carolina Emergency Management Division continues to monitor Hurricane Florence, which forecasters say could affect the East Coast as a powerful storm. The state Emergency Operations Center…Gov. Henry McMaster Declares State of Emergency to Prepare for Potential Impact from Tropical Storm Florence
Sat, 09/08/2018
Governor Henry McMaster today issued an executive order declaring a state of emergency and, along with the S.C. Emergency Management Division, has urged South Carolinians to prepare for the…Green Tech Solution, Inc Launching New Cherokee County Operations
Thu, 09/06/2018
Green Tech Solution, Inc today announced plans to locate new recycling operations in Cherokee County. The company’s $75 million investment is projected to create approximately 200 new jobs. Green…Gov. Henry McMaster Hosts 2018 Governor’s Opioid Summit
Thu, 09/06/2018
Governor Henry McMaster today hosted the 2018 Governor’s Opioid Summit, which included roundtable discussions and exhibits from healthcare professionals, state and local agencies, members of the…Gov. Henry McMaster Announces 2018 Governor’s Opioid Summit
Wed, 09/05/2018
As part of South Carolina’s continued efforts in combatting the opioid epidemic, healthcare professionals, state and local agencies, concerned citizens and law enforcement will once again come…ShayoNano USA, Inc. Launching New Chester County Operations
Wed, 09/05/2018
ShayoNano USA, Inc., an innovative developer of advanced materials, today announced plans to construct a new manufacturing facility in Chester County. The company’s $14.7 million capital investment…JTEKT North America Expands Greenville County Headquarters
Wed, 09/05/2018
JTEKT North America (JTEKT), a subsidiary of global automotive and industrial supplier JTEKT Corporation, has completed a $5.8 million expansion of its headquarters on the campus of the Clemson…Weekly Schedule: September 4, 2018
Tue, 09/04/2018
Gov. Henry McMaster’s schedule for the week of September 3rd includes:
Wednesday, September 5th at 10:00 AM: Gov. McMaster will attend an economic development grand opening celebration, Mercedes-Benz…Southern Current Launching New Solar Project in Orangeburg County
Tue, 08/28/2018
outhern Current, a leading developer in the residential, commercial and utility-scale solar markets, is expanding its solar farm portfolio with a new facility in Orangeburg County. The company is…