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SC DHEC offers online resources about the Coronavirus

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– If you are looking for local updates from health officials on the Coronavirus and updates on state cases, you can check out The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control website. The site is a resource for COVID-19. Below are some links: DHEC’s COVID-19 webpage is updated daily with a map of positive cases as well…

SC Dept. of Commerce provides online resources for businesses amid Coronavirus

SC Commerce expands online resources to assist companies in navigating the impacts of coronavirus

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– As the coronavirus pandemic shuts down more and more business, there are some resources for those in South Carolina, looking for help. The South Carolina Department of Commerce says in response to the closure of non-essential businesses by the Governor, they are expanding online resources to assist companies in navigating the impacts of coronavirus.  Commerce officials say…

Effective today: Non essential businesses in SC must close under Executive Order

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–Effective today, April 1, 2020 non essential businesses, as defined by the order, must close under an executive order. South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster issued the order on Tuesday to help combat the spread of coronavirus. Per the order, this is a list of businesses that will be closed:  Entertainment venues and facilities as follows: Night clubs Bowling…

Children who require help from therapists for special needs go without during outbreak

Children living with special needs here in the Palmetto state are feeling the impact of coronavirus

(CNN) — Hundreds of children with special needs in South Carolina are feeling an indirect impact of the coronavirus outbreak. It’s not because they’re infected, but because the pandemic means their therapists are out of work.  Rob Way has the story. Categories: Local News

Walmart to start coronavirus testing employees as safety measure

Walmart is putting new safety measures in place to mske sure they keep both those who work anfd shop with them safe

(CNN) — In the time of a pandemic, the more caution that can be used in public spaces, the better. Walmart and Sam’s Club have announced plans to start screening employees for coronavirus symptoms. In an attempt to stop the spread of the virus, they’ll begin to take workers’ temperatures to check for fever. Employees will also be asked questions…