SC to use VW settlement money to buy more than 200 new school buses
South Carolina will use money from the settlement of a lawsuit with Volkswagen to purchase more than 200 new school buses.
Governor Henry McMaster
Gov. McMaster issues executive order preventing unaccompanied minors at southern border being placed in SC
On Monday, Governor Henry McMaster issued an executive order that directs the South Carolina Department of Social Services to prevent the federal government from placing unaccompanied migrant minors from the U.S. southern border in South Carolina.
Governor Henry McMaster to visit U.S. southern border Friday
Friday, Governor Henry McMaster is visiting South Carolina National Guard soldiers serving on the southern border in Texas. During the governor’s visit, he’s expected to receive in-person briefings from senior military leadership in charge of federal efforts to secure the southern border.
Governor Henry McMaster reacts to Darla Moore ending her association with UofSC
Tuesday night, the University of South Carolina’s biggest donor ended her association with the university after it failed to acknowledge her mother’s passing. In a letter to the Board of Trustees, which was obtained by the Post and Courier, Moore stated, “the deepest regret of my life is the effort and resources I have expended on your behalf.”
Robert Kerr named next director of SC Department of Health and Human Services
Governor Henry McMaster named the next director of the Department of Health and Human Services. Wednesday afternoon, the governor announced Robert Kerr will take over the position he previously held between 2003-2007. Prior to that he was employed by the agency for more than 20 years.
State officials recognize April as the Month of the Military Child
State officials have recognized the month of April as the Month of the Military Child. It’s a chance to celebrate children all across the nation who make sacrifices and overcome many challenges.
ACLU sues McMaster for ordering state workers’ office return
The American Civil Liberties Union is suing South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster over an executive order requiring state agencies to fast-track employees’ return to the office during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Senator Lindsey Graham joins Governor McMaster at the Statehouse to speak out against H.R. 1
At the Statehouse Tuesday, Senator Lindsey Graham and Governor Henry McMaster held a joint news conference to speak out against H.R. 1. The bill has passed the House and is now headed to the Senate.
PGA Tour golf event coming to South Carolina’s Congaree Golf Club
By Drew Tripp
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster on Friday is joining Duane Parrish, the state’s director of Parks, Recreation and Tourism, to announce a PGA Tour FedEx Cup golf tournament will be played in South Carolina this summer.
Governor McMaster signs executive order enhancing recruitment for medical supply manufacturers in the state
When it comes to medical supplies and Personal Protective Equipment, Governor Henry McMaster wants it made in South Carolina. Thursday, the governor issued an executive order directing the Commerce Department to enhance recruitment efforts of pharmaceutical and medical supply manufacturers in the state.
