The number of states in which at least 35% of residents are obese has nearly doubled since 2018 – and disparities persist – according to new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.Up from nine states in 2018 and 12 in 2019, the 2020 Adult Obesity Prevalence Maps show that 1…
Hunger Action Month inspires the local community to take action to help the 61,500 individuals facing hunger across nine Pee Dee counties
United Way of Florence County It's official..... our 30th Annual Day of Caring is set for Friday, September 17th, 2021!
The Senior Citizens Association will distribute 800 Emergency Non-Perishable Food Boxes to Florence County Senior Citizens who are experiencing health issues and/or limitations. To register, please call the listed telephone number below, based on your city/town location before September 15, 2021.
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DARLINGTON, S.C. – The Darlington County School District (DCSD) is providing breakfast and lunch for any child 0-18 years of age in Darlington County throughout the summer.
INDEPENDENCE DAY CURBSIDE MEAL DISTRIBUTION: We will distribute meals on Thursday, July 1, at our current school locations. Due to the upcoming holiday, middle schools will resume curbside meal distributions on Monday, July 5, and elementary schools will resume on Tuesday, July 6. Also, due …
The Senior Citizens Association (SCA) in Florence County received 125 Emergency radios from the Duke Energy Foundation. These radios will be distributed to Florence County Home Bound Seniors/Meals on Wheels of Florence County clients. SCA is extremely appreciative for Duke Energy’s generous …
Florence, SC DSS Farmers’ Market Voucher Program has been postponed. Vouchers will not be distributed during the week of Monday, June 14 to Thursday, June 17, 2021. Please stay tuned for further information about the rescheduling date from SCA. For more information visit our website at www…
“I’m just pouring from an empty cup.” This widespread feeling continues to be shared among adults as they reemerge from a year defined by loss, routine changes, stress and anxiety. The COVID-19 pandemic has left its mark on everyone, but adults connected to infants and young children have th…
Early this spring, I was honored to be chosen as the next Chief Executive Officer for Harvest Hope. After previously serving on the Board since 2015, I know what big shoes I am stepping in to fill. Throughout my volunteer time with Harvest Hope, it was incredible to watch the team serve thei…
For seventeen years, the Dorothy Blackwell Luncheon has been raising funds, and increasing awareness for senior hunger and other needs of Florence County senior citizens. The Dorothy Blackwell fundraiser/luncheon is the Senior Citizens Association’s (SCA) primary annual philanthropic event. …
Florence, S.C.- The Mayor’s Coalition’s No One Unsheltered Committee will host its third “Blessings To Go” event to provide meals for the homeless community on Wednesday, May 19 t at the corner of Cashua Drive and Darlington Street from 11 am to 1 pm.
COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina’s Women, Infant and Children Nutrition Program (WIC) is making it easier for program participants to purchase more healthy produce by temporarily increasing the Cash Value Benefit (CVB) for fruit and vegetable purchases beginning June 1, 2021.
Senior Farmers Market Voucher Program will start taking applications May 1, 2021 through June 1, 2021.
Florence SC - Three hundred and fifty (350) shelf stable meals will be available to the Florence County Senior Community (*SCA non clients) experiencing health issues and/or limitations. To register, please call the listed telephone number below, based on your pickup location before May 5, …
Mary Chellis Ellington, a Freshman at Trinity Collegiate School and the SCJCL 2nd Vice President, organized a can drive as a SCJCL Community Service Project.
In honor of Women in History Month, the Doctors Bruce and Lee Foundation Library turns the spotlight on another community profile: Nicole Echols, Executive Director for Harvest Hope Food Bank of the Pee Dee, interviewed by Information Services Manager, Deborah Bartell. This virtual program i…
It is important to keep your refrigerator, range, and oven clean. Regular cleaning of the refrigerator cuts down on spoiled food odors. Defrosting the freezer section as needed gives you more space for storage and cuts down the electric bills. The refrigerator should be cleaned on a monthly …
Horry County, S.C. March 11, 2021 - American Red Cross disaster-trained volunteers are assisting a family whose home, located on Acline Ave, Myrtle Beach, SC, was damaged by a fire this morning. The Red Cross is helping two peopleby providing financial assistance for immediate needs such as …
The Doctors Bruce and Lee Foundation Library presents a two-part virtual tea program that includes The Charleston Tea Plantation: Exploring the World of Tea, presented by the Bigelow Tea Company. The video explores the history of tea, as well as the early years of growing tea on Wadmalaw Isl…
Managed by the U.S. Department of Labor, COBRA allows for healthcare benefits to temporarily continue for workers and families during times of transition, job loss, and more. The time period of this extended coverage varies and depends on the reason for the loss of healthcare coverage.
Are you considering enrolling in Medicaid or the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP)? In this article, you will learn about the differences between each program, how to check your eligibility on Benefits.gov, and how and where to apply.
We all know it’s important to drink enough water. And while the cooler months may make it seem like it’s not an issue, it’s just as easy to become dehydrated in the winter as it is during the summer.
(Florence, SC) Lighthouse Ministries has paid off the mortgage on their building, The Patterson Building, located at 1416 W. Evans St. In late 2017, the local non-profit relocated to this building from its original location on 201 W. Elm St.
It is with great sadness Harvest Hope Food Bank is establishing the Wendy Broderick Memorial Fund to honor our CEO and 20+-year nonprofit veteran. Wendy led Harvest Hope and its three regional locations since May 2019. During her time as CEO, Wendy transformed the organization, gracefully l…
About half of Americans make a New Year’s Resolution to lose weight or get fit, and by the third week of January, the majority give up and then feel like a failure. Want to make a change that will stick this year instead?Changing habits is not an easy thing. Habits include a trigger, an acti…
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The following jurisdictions passed a referendum to allow the possession, sale, and consumption of alcoholic liquors by the drink on Sundays and to allow the sale of beer and wine regardless of the day and hour of sale:● Abbeville County ● Chesterfield County● Williamsburg County● Dillon (cit…
From fine art to unique hand-crafted goods and objects, the Makers Market will showcase the work of Southeastern artists and artisans. Visitors will have the opportunity to interact with the makers and purchase their creations. Makers Market will take place during the first weekend of ArtFie…
Harvest Hope looks to the local community to help stuff stockings with non-perishable food
Florence, SC – The Senior Citizens Association in Florence County celebrated the annual Thanksgiving Blessing, despite the obstacles. First held in 2008, the Thanksgiving Blessing was founded by former Florence City Councilman William “Bill” Bradham and local businessman Bubby Floyd in respo…
After a hard-hit summer, Harvest Hope needs help restocking shelves
Florence, S.C.- The Mayor’s Coalition’s No One Unsheltered Committee will host “Blessings and Burgers,” an outdoor event to feed the local homeless community, on November 17 at 10:30 am at the Salvation Army on 1611 S Irby Street in Florence.
COLUMBIA, S.C. – The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) today offered recommendations for a safer Thanksgiving during the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19 has affected all of us and if you have diabetes it’s more important than ever to take care of yourself to keep your immune system healthy and strong. These 10 tips can help you take the best care of yourself during the pandemic:Check your Sugar! Those who do not take insulin should …
Columbia, South Carolina - The South Carolina Hospital Association (SCHA) is pleased to announce the distribution of $100k in grants directly to frontline healthcare staff in the state’s hospitals and health systems impacted by COVID-19.
ROME – The awarding of the Nobel Peace Prize to the World Food Programme (WFP) is a humbling, moving recognition of the work of WFP staff who lay their lives on the line every day to bring food and assistance for close to 100 million hungry children, women and men across the world. People wh…
Florence, S.C. – Harris Teeter and Piggly Wiggly grocery stores in Florence, SC have teamed up with the United Way of Florence County to host round up campaigns to benefit our local community.
Florence, S.C. – In honor of Hunger Action Month and the Darlington Southern 500, Unilever has teamed up with Food Lion Feeds to donate $500,000 worth of food to Harvest Hope’s Pee Dee branch to help fill tables in the local community.
North Charleston, S.C.– Disaster-workers from the Palmetto SC Region of the American Red Cross continue to deploy and support recovery in both the Gulf after Hurricane Laura and out West as several states deal with historic wildfires.
The Darlington Downtown Revitalization Association (DDRA) presented the cash prizes to winners of the Eat Local contest on Tuesday, September 8, at the City Administration Building in Darlington. Pictured from left are Wally Boatwright, Faye Dixon, and Jean Tyner.
On Benefits.gov, we aim to increase citizen access to government benefit information. Throughout the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic, we’ve received requests for more information on Economic Impact Payments and how they may help during this difficult time. In this article, you will learn abo…
We want you to join us for our virtual Good Neighbor Gala but if you don't remember your Facebook login information it may make it hard for you to attend. Follow these simple steps below so you can enjoy the Gala: Click on your Facebook App Click on the Search Button Type in Lighthouse Mi…
You may be home quarantining or working from home; however, that does not necessarily mean you desire to cook three meals a day with breakfast, lunch, and dinner. August is National Sandwich Month, and sandwiches can be a delicious, nutrient-rich, and quick meal to help save time in the kitchen.
The City Center Market rent-by-the-hour commercial kitchen is OPEN!
Kids will explore new foods and adopt healthier eating habits with this week’s 4‑H at Home activities on food and nutrition! Visit the links to learn more about the activity and check back every Monday for new ideas and hands-on, educational resources for all young people.
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