North Charleston, SC – Experts say we are in for a busy Hurricane Season this summer with Isaias expected to impact South Carolina over the coming days. The American Red Cross urgently needs licensed health professional volunteers to help in our community. We need these medical professionals…
Myrtle Beach, SC – Experts say we are in for a busy Hurricane Season this summer and the American Red Cross urgently needs volunteers to help in our community.
The COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic has brought hardships to citizens with mortgage or rent payments, along with citizens that are homeless or at risk of homelessness. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) manages federal programs designed to help Americans with their ho…
Protect your home-and wallet-from costly flooding
Atlantic Beach, S.C., June 29, 2020 – Disaster-trained volunteers with the American Red Cross are helping approximately 20 people after a motel fire along 31st Avenue South in Atlantic Beach Monday morning. Multiple units were damaged.
The first day of summer is June 20, but summer thunderstorms don’t wait for the solstice. Thunderstorms form quickly and lightning can be deadly. Lightning Safety Awareness Week is an effort by the National Weather Service to help increase lightning safety. It’s time to brush up on your ligh…
Conway, S.C.- American Red Cross disaster-trained volunteers are assisting a family whose home, located on Copperhead Road, was damaged by a fire this evening. The Horry County Fire Department responded to the blaze. The Red Cross is helping a family of four by providing financial assistan…
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Duke Energy and Piedmont Natural Gas today said they are adding steps to help customers who are suffering financial hardship as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Myrtle Beach, S.C., June 12, 2020 – Disaster-trained volunteers with the American Red Cross are helping approximately 20 people after an apartment fire along Greens Boulevard in Myrtle Beach Friday morning. At least 8 units were damaged.
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – As the June 1 start of hurricane season approaches, Duke Energy is preparing to respond to power outages as quickly as possible – while also adapting to the extra challenges of protecting the health and well-being of the company’s employees, customers and communities during…
Hi, there. I am your neighborhood stormwater pond. You might call me by a different name, maybe lagoon, lake, or fishing pond, but chances are if you live in a community with a pond, it’s me, your friendly stormwater pond. I have been designed by engineers to perform an important job and hel…
SC Humanities operates as a tax-exempt, non-profit corporation granting funds received from federal (National Endowment of the Humanities), corporate, state, and private sources. The Board of Directors consists of twenty-two volunteer academic and public members. New members will begin three…
Myrtle Beach, S.C., May 17, 2020 - American Red Cross disaster-trained volunteers are assisting a family whose home, located on Libra Drive, was damaged by a fire this morning. The Myrtle Beach Fire Department responded to the blaze. The Red Cross is helping three clients by providing fina…
Donations can be sent or taken to 3615 Hickson Road, Wallace, SC 29596. Gift cards, cash and checks may be mailed to P.O. Box 1351, Florence, SC 29501. Please indicate New Beginnings Transitional Shelter in the memo!
About 550 households will receive support through the Energy Neighbor Fund and Share the Warmth programs
During this pandemic we need your help more than ever before. According to National Multifamily Housing Council, as of April 5th only 69% of renters made their April rent payment. Just today, they announced that there are more than 22 million people who have lost their jobs and filed for un…
Charleston, S.C., April 13, 2020 – Disaster-trained team members with the American Red Cross of South Carolina are helping dozens of people after strong storms, several tornadoes and heavy rain ripped through parts of South Carolina on Monday.
The Census happens once every 10 years. It’s the only official population count of every person in the U.S. The Census counts people at each address—even if those people aren’t related, if they are not U.S. citizens, if they live there part time, or are only living there temporarily but have…
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With April 1 approaching soon, businesses closing, and the coronavirus pandemic showing no signs of slowing down, many tenants are worrying about how they will make their next rent payments.
As efforts to curtail the spread of COVID-19 continue to remain in the forefront across our communities, we cannot lose sight of the fact that the Red Cross MUST continue to provide our mission critical services.
Myrtle Beach, S.C., March 22, 2020 - American Red Cross disaster-trained volunteers are assisting a person whose home, located on Ocean Blvd in Myrtle Beach, was damaged by a fire last night. Horry County Fire and Rescue responded to the blaze. The Red Cross is helping one adult by providi…
Waccamaw Community Foundation is partnering with the Frances P. Bunnelle Foundation and Coastal Community Foundation to support communities in coastal South Carolina that are disproportionately affected by the COVID-19 outbreak. Please join us by donating to the COVID-19 Relief & Recover…
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FLORENCE, SC – The City of Florence announces a modified operations schedule to protect its employees and citizens by minimizing opportunities to spread COVID-19 in our community.
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(COLUMBIA, S.C.) – March 13, 2020 – President Donald Trump’s declaration of a national emergency Friday and Gov. Henry McMaster’s declaration of a state of emergency mean that South Carolina’s law against price gouging is now in effect. Either declaration would have put the state’s law in effect. State law (SC §39-5-145) says that it is unlawful to “rent or sell or offer to rent or sell a commodity at an unconscionable price.” The law remains in effect until the declaration expires or is terminated. It’s important to keep in mind that normal changes in the prices of goods and...
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Myrtle Beach, S.C., March 12, 2020 - American Red Cross disaster-trained volunteers are assisting a family whose home, located on Brighton Ave in Myrtle Beach, was damaged by a fire early this morning. Horry County Fire and Rescue responded to the blaze. The Red Cross is helping two adults…
FLORENCE, S.C. (March 5, 2020) – HopeHealth will host the 25th Annual 50+ Senior Life Expo, sponsored by the Medical University of South Carolina - Florence Medical Center. Taking place on April 2-3 at the Florence Center, this premier event focuses on entertaining and educating retirees and…
Columbia, S.C., March 6, 2020– Two additional disaster volunteers from the Palmetto SC Region of the American Red Cross will deploy to Tennessee as the community works to recover after severe storms and at least one tornado touched down earlier this week
South Carolina Humanities is pleased to announce that nominations for the Governor’s Awards in the Humanities and the Fresh Voices in the Humanities Award are now being accepted through April 15, 2020.
Myrtle Beach, S.C. February 25, 2020 - American Red Cross disaster-trained volunteers are assisting a family whose home, located on Westhaven Dr in Myrtle Beach, was damaged by a fire yesterday afternoon. Horry County Fire and Rescue responded to the blaze. The Red Cross is helping six peo…
Conway, S.C. February 20, 2020 - American Red Cross disaster-trained volunteers are assisting a family whose home, located on Orangewood Ct in Conway, was damaged by flooding late yesterday morning. The Horry County Fire and Rescue responded to assist. The Red Cross is helping two people b…
The Doctors Bruce and Lee Foundation Library, partnering with South Carolina Legal Services, will host a program on Renting and Landlord Law on Tuesday, March 17, 2020 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. In this free informational session, attendees will be informed about renting and landlord laws.
North Charleston, S.C., February 14, 2020– Disaster-workers from the Palmetto SC Region of the American Red Cross deployed to Mississippi and Kentucky as several communities work to recover from flooding due to recent storms.
To prevent heart disease avoid or limit processed foods, fats, sugar and sodium in your daily diet.
McLeod Cardiologist Anne Everman, MD, offers tips on the good, bad and avoidable when it comes to your food choices.
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YOUR CO-OP IS BUILT on a strong foundation. In addition to the Seven Co-op Principles, we hold ourselves to the four Touchstone Energy Cooperative values of integrity, accountability, innovation, and commitment to community. These values represent the cooperative difference. We strive to dem…
Nichols, S.C. February 3, 2020 - American Red Cross disaster-trained volunteers are assisting a family whose home, located on Oak Grove Church Road, was damaged by a fire this morning. The Horry County Fire Department responded to the blaze. The Red Cross is helping a family of one by prov…
North Charleston, S.C., February 2, 2020– A Disaster volunteer from the Palmetto SC Region of the American Red Cross deployed to Puerto Rico as thousands of people remain in the government-run shelters or are staying outside because of the fear that another tremor will hit.
Mullins, S.C., January 20, 2020 - American Red Cross disaster-trained volunteers are assisting a person whose home, located on Will Reaves Road, was damaged by a fire this morning. The Mullins Fire and Rescue responded to the blaze. The Red Cross is helping a person by providing financial as…
SC 2-1-1 is available for Florence County Residents. The United Way of Florence County is excited to offer the services of SC 2-1-1 to all of the residents in the Florence County community. By contacting 211 by phone, through the app, or by going online, individuals in need of assistance can…
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