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Child Care Assistance Is Available for South Carolinians Affected by Hurricane Helene
South Carolinians affected by Hurricane Helene may be eligible for FEMA Child Care Assistance even if they did not have property damage. FEMA may award payment for Child Care Assistance under its Other Needs Assistance program to those with...

Verifying Your Identity for FEMA Assistance in South Carolina After Hurricane Helene
You do not need identification to start the application process for FEMA assistance if you were affected by Hurricane Helene. However, FEMA may need proof of identity, residence and other documentation before assistance can be paid. If FEMA is...

South Carolina Tracking Partners with Benedict College for World Environmental Health Day Observance
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Sept. 26, 2024 COLUMBIA, S.C. – In observation of World Environmental Health Day, the South Carolina Department of Public Health’s (DPH) South Carolina Tracking Program is partnering with Benedict College faculty and...

30 Days After Hurricane Helene, Recovery Continues in South Carolina
Hurricane Helene made landfall on Sept. 26, bringing destructive winds, flooding, tornadoes, and extensive damage to utility infrastructure and homes in South Carolina that evening into the following day. Since then, FEMA has deployed more than...

Public Assistance Available for 31 Counties and the Catawba Indian Nation in South Carolina
Governmental agencies and certain nonprofits (including faith-based organizations) in South Carolina that were affected by Hurricane Helene may be eligible for FEMA Public Assistance. This assistance can help cover costs for debris removal,...

Filming Without Borders: ArtistOnTheGo’s Global Roadmap
ArtistOnTheGo travels the world to film artists in their own spaces. A cinematic series created by Viviana Puello and Alan Grimandi, launching Sept 1 NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 7, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- What if a film crew didn’t pull...

Damaged Vehicle Assistance Available for South Carolinians After Hurricane Helene
In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, some South Carolinians are grappling with storm-damaged vehicles. If your insurance doesn’t cover all of your storm-related vehicle damage, FEMA may be able to provide financial assistance to help fill the...

FEMA Administrator Meets Officials and Survivors in South Carolina and Checks on Helene Recovery Efforts as Assistance to Survivors Surpasses $1 Billion
WASHINGTON – FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell traveled to South Carolina to meet with local and state officials today and check-in on long-term recovery efforts. She surveyed areas affected by Hurricane Helene in Aiken, South Carolina. Criswell,...

First Watch to Acquire 16 Franchise Restaurants in North and South Carolina
BRADENTON, Fla., Nov. 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- First Watch Restaurant Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: FWRG) (together with its subsidiaries “First Watch” or the “Company”), the leading Daytime Dining concept serving breakfast, brunch and lunch, today...

How To Prepare for FEMA Home Inspection in South Carolina After Hurricane Helene
After South Carolinians apply for FEMA assistance following Hurricane Helene, a home inspection may be needed to verify disaster-caused damage and determine whether the home is safe, sanitary and livable. These inspections are carried out by...

FEMA Personal Property Assistance for South Carolinians Affected by Hurricane Helene
South Carolinians who suffered property losses due to Hurricane Helene may be eligible for FEMA Personal Property Assistance. Insurance coverage is the best way to recover after a disaster, but FEMA assistance may be available if you are uninsured...

Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. Reminds Investors That Class Action Lawsuits Have Been Filed Against Hims & Hers, Sarepta, and Petco and Encourages Investors to Contact the Firm
NEW YORK, July 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C., a nationally recognized shareholder rights law firm, reminds investors that class actions have been commenced on behalf of stockholders of Hims & Hers Health, Inc. (NYSE:...

Payroll Service Provider Helps U.S. Manufacturers Navigate Complex Labor Laws
Trusted payroll service provider IBN Technologies supports USA businesses in managing complex payroll operations. MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, July 4, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- With payroll requirements becoming increasingly detailed,...

FEMA Assistance for Hurricane Helene in South Carolina Tops $150M
As of Oct. 19, FEMA has approved more than $154 million in federal disaster assistance to help more than 211,047 South Carolina households recover from Hurricane Helene. This includes: More than $11 million in housing grants to help pay for home...

Jennifer Wolfenbarger Joins Franklin Electric as Chief Financial Officer, Bringing Extensive Financial Leadership in Global Operations
FORT WAYNE, Ind., July 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Franklin Electric Co., Inc. (NASDAQ: FELE) announced today that Jennifer Wolfenbarger has been appointed Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Chief Accounting Officer. As a core member of the...

Georgia-Based Shed Builder, Oakland Structures, Joins ShedHub
WAYNESBORO, GA, UNITED STATES, July 7, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Oakland Structures, a Georgia-based manufacturer of custom portable buildings, has joined ShedHub, an online platform that connects shed buyers with manufacturers and dealers...

SacraPod Suites Launches Modular AI-Powered 'Work + Rest' Hospitality Model Across the U.S.
Transforming idle U.S. motels into smart, modular “Work + Rest” suites for hybrid professionals, universities, and corporate teams. SPARTANBURG, SC, UNITED STATES, July 7, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- SacraPod Suites by Sacra Analytics Redefines...

American Bar Association Offers Free Legal Aid to Hurricane Helene Survivors in South Carolina
Free legal assistance is available to disaster survivors in Abbeville, Aiken, Allendale, Anderson, Bamberg, Barnwell, Beaufort, Cherokee, Chester, Edgefield, Fairfield, Greenville, Greenwood, Hampton, Jasper, Kershaw, Laurens, Lexington,...

Clean and Sanitize Assistance Available in South Carolina After Hurricane Helene
If your home was damaged due to Hurricane Helene but you can still live in it safely, you may qualify for Clean and Sanitize Assistance from FEMA. Eligible applicants may receive up to $300 to help with cleanup efforts, even if the work is already...

Columbia Concrete Offers Professional Concrete Deck Services Across South Carolina
Columbia Concrete Delivers Expert Concrete Deck Services Throughout South Carolina BLYTHEWOOD, SC, UNITED STATES, October 16, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Columbia Concrete, a trusted name in concrete construction, now provides comprehensive...