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Myrtle Beach launches initiative to encourage business owners, residents and visitors to follow the guidelines
Horry County launched a new website on Tuesday with the aim of committing business leaders, residents and visitors to do their part to reduce the spread of the coronavirus, allowing the county to remain open.
According to a statement, GreaterGrandStrandisOpen.com will serve as a resource for these three groups and will present “business reopening guidelines, current information on coronavirus and healthy hygiene practices and tips to safely support local businesses.” The site will also include a form for individuals and business owners to confirm that they are following security practices.
Companies that commit and make the Great Strand promise will receive a sticker on the window and a web badge that “identifies their commitment to following health and safety guidelines to keep employees and customers safe in their workplaces,” he said. an announcement.
McMaster, industry groups launch new restaurant security initiative in SC
The governor and restaurant industry groups on Tuesday announced a new initiative designed to create a safer restaurant experience for workers and customers amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Governor Henry McMaster, along with the South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association, SC’s Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism and SC’s Department of Health and Environmental Controls, revealed Palmetto’s Commitment to Priority at a press conference. press on Tuesday, broadcast live on the Governor’s Facebook page.
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Nearly 900 new COVID-19 cases reported in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control announced on Tuesday that 890 new cases of coronavirus have been confirmed, as well as 14 additional deaths.
The total number of confirmed cases is now 26,572, along with 673 related deaths.
Charleston County led the state with 211 new cases, followed by Horry County with 133. Greenville County reported 53 new cases.
What to know Tuesday
- The city of Greenville will require masks for everyone inside supermarkets and pharmacies starting at noon on Tuesday. The term will last 60 days, unless the city council decides to change it.
- The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control announced on Monday that 1,002 new cases of coronavirus have been confirmed, as well as six additional deaths.
- South Carolina will seek an exemption from state and federal standardized tests next year. Superintendent Molly Spearman announced on Monday that the state Department of Education was “overwhelmed” by parents and teachers who asked to eliminate the high-risk tests of the year
- Clemson employees are reporting an increase in coronavirus in the community’s wastewater. City and university officials have started testing the wastewater going to the Cochran Road Wastewater Treatment Plant, the city announced on Sunday.
- The city of Greer will continue with disconnections and late fees for those who do not pay their services on time. This occurs after a 4-month break to help clients in need during the coronavirus outbreak.