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Hurricane season preparation media briefing scheduled by Governor McMaster and emergency management officials
Governor Henry McMaster, Emergency Management Officials to Hold Hurricane Season Preparation Media Briefing
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Governor of South Carolina Seeks Federal Aid for York County Storm Aftermath
Governor Henry McMaster Requests Disaster Declaration Following April 20 York County Storms
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Gov. Henry McMaster and Lt. Gov. Pamela S. Evette's Weekly Schedules
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Gov. Henry McMaster, Lt. Gov. Pamela S. Evette, and First Lady Peggy McMaster’s schedules for the week of May 6, 2024, have been released.Lt. Gov. Evette's week began on Monday, May 6, with her attendance at the Ignite Women’s Brunch at the Myrtle Beach Classic hosted by the Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce. The event took place at the Dunes Golf and Beach Club in Myrtle Beach.On Tuesday, May 7, Lt. Gov. Evette is scheduled to attend the 10th-anniversary event for Precise Welding Services in Cheraw, S.C. The following day, Wednesday, May 8, she will...
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Lt. Gov. Pamela S. Evette's Schedule for May 6, 2024
Lt. Gov. Pamela S. Evette's schedule for Monday, May 6, 2024, includes attending the Ignite Women’s Brunch at the Myrtle Beach Classic hosted by Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce. The event will take place at the Dunes Golf and Beach Club, 9000 N. Ocean Boulevard, Myrtle Beach, S.C.According to Lt. Gov. Evette, she will be present at the event to support and engage with the attendees at the Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce's initiative.This event is part of Lt. Gov. Evette's agenda for the day, where she will participate in activities geared towards empowering and...
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Governor Henry McMaster Attending Nucor Steel Berkeley's Groundbreaking Event
Governor Henry McMaster's schedule for Thursday, May 2, includes the following event: "Thursday, May 2 at 10:30 AM: Gov. McMaster will attend the groundbreaking for Nucor Steel Berkeley's second galvanizing production line, Nucor Berkeley, 1305 S. Steel Circle, Huger, S.C."
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Gov. McMaster, Lt. Gov. Evette, and First Lady McMaster's Weekly Schedules for April 29, 2024
Gov. Henry McMaster, Lt. Gov. Pamela S. Evette, and First Lady Peggy McMaster have a busy schedule lined up for the week of April 29, 2024.On Tuesday, April 30, Gov. McMaster will be attending Small Business Day at the State House in Columbia, S.C., followed by the 2024 South Carolina Governor's Opioid & Addiction Summit Awards Luncheon at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center.Lt. Gov. Evette will also be active on Wednesday, May 1, as she joins the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce for a press conference at the Charleston Area Convention...
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Tradd Advisory Company Expands Operations in Charleston County, Creating 100 New Jobs
Tradd Advisory Company has announced its expansion in Charleston County, with an $88,800 investment set to create 100 new jobs over the next five years. The company, established in 2018, specializes in freight transportation services and operates as a third-party logistics provider. Tradd works with a vast network of carriers and recently opened its first official office at the Harbor Entrepreneur Center in Mount Pleasant.Tradd Advisory Company Owner and CEO, Stephen Scates, expressed his enthusiasm about the expansion, stating, "It is exciting to have a footprint in...
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Governor Henry McMaster to Hold Ceremonial Bill Signing
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Governor Henry McMaster is set to hold a ceremonial bill signing event tomorrow, where he will be joined by various dignitaries including Commissioner of Agriculture Hugh Weathers and members of the General Assembly.The event, which will take place at Cottle Farms in Hopkins, S.C., will mark the signing of H. 3951, the Working Agricultural Lands Preservation Act. The bill aims to preserve agricultural lands in the state and is seen as a significant step towards promoting sustainable agriculture.The ceremony is scheduled for 10:30 AM on Tuesday, April...
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Gov. Henry McMaster and Lt. Gov. Pamela S. Evette's Upcoming Weekly Schedule Unveiled
Gov. Henry McMaster and Lt. Gov. Pamela S. Evette, along with First Lady Peggy McMaster, have a busy week ahead as per their schedules for the week of April 22, 2024.On Tuesday, April 23, Gov. McMaster will be participating in a ceremonial bill signing for H. 3951, the Working Agricultural Lands Preservation Act, at Cottle Farms in Hopkins, S.C. Following this, he will provide the keynote address at the 2024 South Carolina Hospitality Conference in Columbia.Meanwhile, Lt. Gov. Evette is set to host and attend the National Lieutenant Governors Association’s Spring...
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Master Steel, LLC expanding Jasper County operations
Master Steel, LLC (Master Steel) has announced its expansion in Jasper County with a $10 million investment that will result in the creation of 14 new jobs. The company, specializing in structural and miscellaneous steel fabrication, is set to enhance its operations with the addition of new facilities and equipment.President and CEO of Master Steel, Priscilla Stephens, expressed the company's deep-rooted values and faith, stating, "We named our business Master Steel because we work for our Master, the Lord Jesus Christ. He has been good to us through these many years in...
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Governor McMaster and Republican Governors Oppose UAW Unionization Campaign
Governor Henry McMaster and several other Republican governors have come together to voice their opposition to the United Auto Workers (UAW) unionization campaign. In a joint statement released today, the governors expressed their concerns about the impact of unionization on jobs and the economy in their states.According to the statement, the governors of Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas are worried about the unionization campaign led by the UAW, which they believe is fueled by misinformation and scare tactics. Governor McMaster and his...
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Gov. Henry McMaster and Lt. Gov. Pamela S. Evette's Upcoming Engagements
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Gov. Henry McMaster and Lt. Gov. Pamela S. Evette have a busy schedule for the upcoming week of April 15, 2024.Lt. Gov. Evette will be actively engaged in various events throughout the week. On Tuesday, April 16, she is set to speak at the International Network of Michelin Cities Conference in Anderson, followed by a tour of Calder Brothers Corporation in Taylors, and attendance at the Carolina Pregnancy Center 2024 Spring Gala in Spartanburg.Governor McMaster, on the other hand, will be speaking at the South Carolina State Firefighters Association...
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Gov. Henry McMaster, Lt. Gov. Pamela S. Evette, and First Lady Peggy McMaster's Weekly Schedule Highlights
Gov. Henry McMaster, Lt. Gov. Pamela S. Evette, and First Lady Peggy McMaster have a busy week ahead with a series of engagements scheduled for the week of April 8, 2024. Lt. Gov. Evette will be actively participating in various events throughout the week, showcasing her commitment to the community.On Tuesday, April 9, Lt. Gov. Evette will be speaking at Higher Education Day at the State House in Columbia, S.C., followed by an appearance at the 26th Annual South Carolina Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service on Wednesday, April 10. Additionally, Lt. Gov. Evette will be...
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Gov. Henry McMaster Appoints Colleton County Clerk of Court
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Governor Henry McMaster has appointed Patricia C. Grant as the new Colleton County Clerk of Court following the resignation of former Clerk of Court Rebecca Hill. Grant, a resident of Walterboro, S.C., previously served as the Colleton County Clerk of Court for 20 years before retiring in 2020. The appointment, as per Executive Order 2024-07, is effective immediately, and Grant will hold the position until the next general election or until a successor qualifies as provided by law.Grant's appointment comes in accordance with state law, which dictates that...
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Delta Children’s Products to Establish First South Carolina Operations in Orangeburg County
Delta Children’s Products has announced its decision to select Orangeburg County for the establishment of its first South Carolina operations, with a $33.1 million investment that will create 123 new jobs. The company, known for designing, manufacturing, and selling innovative children’s furnishings, will be constructing a 400,000-square-foot manufacturing and distribution facility on Millenium Drive in Orangeburg. Operations are expected to be online by 2026.In response to the news, Delta Children’s Products expressed their enthusiasm for the project, stating, “We at...
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Gov. Henry McMaster and Lt. Gov. Pamela S. Evette's Upcoming Schedules
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Gov. Henry McMaster, Lt. Gov. Pamela S. Evette, and First Lady Peggy McMaster's weekly schedules have been outlined for the upcoming week.Lt. Gov. Pamela S. Evette is set to participate in the Collegiate Recovery Day event on Tuesday, April 2 at 11:00 AM at the State House in Columbia, S.C. Following that, on Wednesday, April 3 at 10:00 AM, she will speak at the PalmettoPride Zero Tolerance for Litter Day event at the same location.In a previous schedule for Gov. Henry McMaster on March 25, 2024, various engagements were highlighted. This included a...
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Gov. Henry McMaster Appoints Retired Judge Dennis Shedd as Chairman of State Election Commission
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Governor Henry McMaster has announced the appointment of retired federal appellate judge Dennis W. Shedd of Irmo as the chairman of the South Carolina State Election Commission. The appointment comes following the resignation of former chairman John Wells of Lugoff, who served for five years.In a statement, Governor McMaster emphasized the importance of election integrity, stating, "Maintaining the public's confidence in the integrity of our elections is of the utmost importance." He expressed confidence in Judge Shedd's abilities, highlighting, "As one...
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AESC grows Florence County operations with second expansion in 4 months
AESC CEO, Shoichi Matsumoto, expressed the company's commitment to creating high-value jobs in South Carolina through the latest expansion, stating, "South Carolina is a crucial part of our strategy to power next generation electric vehicles for customers across the U.S. by manufacturing high-performance, longer-range EV batteries locally." The $1.5 billion investment will result in the creation of 1,080 new jobs, adding to the total investment of $3.12 billion and supporting 2,700 new jobs across the local community.Governor Henry McMaster hailed AESC's second expansion...
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Gov. Henry McMaster to Hold Ceremonial Bill Signing
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Governor Henry McMaster is set to hold a ceremonial bill signing event tomorrow, Wednesday, March 27, at 10:00 AM. The event will take place at JD Lever Elementary in Aiken, S.C. Governor McMaster will be joined by S.C. Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver, members of the General Assembly, teachers, and students.The ceremony will mark the signing of S. 418, Read to Succeed. The event aims to highlight the importance of the bill and its impact on education in South Carolina.In attendance will be Governor McMaster, Superintendent Weaver, members of...
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SBA Approves Gov. Henry McMaster's Request for Disaster Assistance
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has approved Governor Henry McMaster's request for disaster assistance following the January 9 tornadoes that affected several counties in South Carolina. The declaration covers Bamberg County and the adjacent counties of Allendale, Barnwell, Colleton, Hampton, and Orangeburg.According to SBA’s South Carolina District Director Richard White, "Businesses and private nonprofit organizations may borrow up to $2 million to repair or replace disaster-damaged or destroyed real estate, machinery and equipment, inventory, and other...