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SacraPod Suites Launches Modular AI-Powered 'Work + Rest' Hospitality Model Across the U.S.
EIN Presswire
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July 7, 2025
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...
Biden-Harris Administration Invests in Clean, More Affordable Energy for Seven Rural Electric Cooperatives from South Carolina to Colorado as Part of Investing in America Agenda
U.S Department Of Agriculture - Washington D.C.
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October 25, 2024
More Than $3 Billion in Clean Energy Financing Will Help Lower Energy Costs and Reduce Pollution for Rural Americans Westminster, Colo., Oct. 25, 2024 – Today Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced more than $3 billion through the United...
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Increases Federal Cost Share for South Carolina
FEMA
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October 5, 2024
WASHINGTON -- FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell announced that President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. made additional disaster assistance available to the state of South Carolina to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by Hurricane Helene...
Understanding Your FEMA Determination Letter for Hurricane Helene in South Carolina
FEMA
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October 10, 2024
ATLANTA – If you applied for FEMA assistance after Hurricane Helene, you will receive a determination letter from FEMA in the mail or by email. The letter will explain your application status and how to respond. Please read it carefully. It will...
Chester, Kershaw, Orangeburg Counties Eligible for FEMA Assistance in South Carolina
FEMA
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October 10, 2024
ATLANTA – Homeowners and renters in Chester, Kershaw and Orangeburg counties who had uninsured damage or losses caused by Hurricane Helene are now eligible to apply for FEMA disaster assistance. FEMA may be able to help with serious needs,...
How can South Carolinians Apply for Fema Assistance After Hurricane Helene
FEMA
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September 30, 2024
ATLANTA - South Carolina homeowners and renters in 13 counties who had uninsured damage or losses caused by Hurricane Helene may be eligible for FEMA disaster assistance. FEMA may be able to help with serious needs, displacement, temporary...
Catawba Indian Nation, Jasper and York Counties Eligible for FEMA Assistance in South Carolina
FEMA
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October 7, 2024
ATLANTA – Homeowners and renters in Jasper and York counties and tribal members of the Catawba Indian Nation who had uninsured damage or losses caused by Hurricane Helene are now eligible to apply for FEMA disaster assistance. FEMA may be able to...
One Additional South Carolina County Eligible for FEMA Assistance
FEMA
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October 7, 2024
ATLANTA – Homeowners and renters in Hampton County who had uninsured damage or losses caused by Hurricane Helene are now eligible to apply for FEMA disaster assistance. FEMA may be able to help with serious needs, displacement, temporary lodging,...
Gov. Henry McMaster Announces Team South Carolina County Day in Greenwood
South Carolina Office of the Governor
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October 17, 2024
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Governor Henry McMaster and Lieutenant Governor Pamela S. Evette today announced that state and federal officials and representatives from nonprofits will hold an additional Team South Carolina County Day in Greenwood on Tuesday,...
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for South Carolina
FEMA
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September 30, 2024
WASHINGTON-- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of South Carolina to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by Hurricane Helene from Sept. 25, 2024 and continuing. The President's action makes...
Be Alert to Fraud After Hurricane Helene in South Carolina
FEMA
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October 5, 2024
ATLANTA - Survivors should be aware that con artists and criminals may try to obtain money or steal personal information through fraud or identity theft after Hurricane Helene. In some cases, thieves try to apply for FEMA assistance using names,...
Two Additional South Carolina Counties Eligible for FEMA Assistance
FEMA
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October 4, 2024
ATLANTA – Homeowners and renters in Abbeville and Richland counties who had uninsured damage or losses caused by Hurricane Helene are now eligible to apply for FEMA disaster assistance. FEMA may be able to help with serious needs, displacement,...
Additional South Carolina Counties Eligible for FEMA Assistance
FEMA
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October 3, 2024
ATLANTA – Homeowners and renters in Edgefield, Laurens and Union counties who had uninsured damage or losses caused by Hurricane Helene are now eligible to apply for FEMA disaster assistance. FEMA may be able to help with serious needs,...
Governor Abbott Deploys State Resources To Support South Carolina Debris Clean Up Following Hurricane Helene
Office of the Texas Governor
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October 11, 2024
TEXAS, October 11 - October 11, 2024 | Austin, Texas | Press Release Governor Abbott Deploys State Resources To Support South Carolina Debris Clean Up Following Hurricane Helene AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today deployed Texas Parks and Wildlife...
Biden-Harris Administration Continues Whole-Of-Government Response to Hurricane Helene, Over 3,500 Federal Personnel Across North Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Tennessee, South Carolina and Alabama
FEMA
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September 30, 2024
FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell is in North Carolina and Will Remain There Until the Situation Has Stabilized, As Directed by President Biden, Administrator Criswell was also in Florida and Georgia WASHINGTON – FEMA and federal, state,...
Gov. Henry McMaster Announces Three Additional Team South Carolina County Days
South Carolina Office of the Governor
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October 10, 2024
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Governor Henry McMaster and Lieutenant Governor Pamela S. Evette today announced that state and federal officials and representatives from nonprofits will hold additional Team South Carolina County Days in Clinton on Tuesday,...
Four States Join National Early Childhood and Business Advisory Council to Address Child Care Crisis
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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June 30, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C., June 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The national Early Childhood and Business Advisory Council (ECBAC) proudly announces the inclusion of Georgia, Nebraska, New Hampshire, and South Carolina as the newest members of its third...
84 Lumber grows South Carolina footprint with new operation in Clarendon County
South Carolina Office of the Governor
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October 9, 2024
COLUMBIA, S.C. – 84 Lumber, included on Forbes list of America’s largest private companies, today announced it selects Clarendon County to establish the company’s second component plant in South Carolina. The $13.4 million investment will create...
Birla Carbon selects Orangeburg County for first South Carolina operation
South Carolina Office of the Governor
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October 8, 2024
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Birla Carbon, a leading manufacturer and supplier of carbon solutions, today announced it selects Orangeburg County to establish the company’s first South Carolina operation. The $1 billion investment will create 124 new jobs....
Gov. Henry McMaster Announces Three Team South Carolina County Days for the Upstate
South Carolina Office of the Governor
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October 7, 2024
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Governor Henry McMaster and Lieutenant Governor Pamela S. Evette announced today that state and federal officials and representatives from nonprofits will hold Team South Carolina County Days in Clemson on Wednesday, October 9,...