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We may have the first storm of the season that has a possibility of affecting us here in Orangeburg. Remember that these are just projections and there is still a few days to go before we know what will happen but now is the perfect time to get prepared! weather.gov/wrn/hurricane-…

'Unrest in our nation': A statement by Orangeburg Mayor Michael C. Butler thetandd.com/news/local/unr… via @thetandd

Mr. Smoak has been found safe but exhausted. Thank you everyone!

We're asking for your help in locating a missing person. Harley Smoak Jr, 82 y/o male with dementia last seen at 3 PM, in the area of Longwood Plantation (Longwood Dr and Columbia Rd). Wearing dark blue jeans, blue pajama shirt, and beige shoes. Please call 803-534-2812.

SC Forestry Commission To Lift Statewide Burning Ban COLUMBIA-The South Carolina Forestry Commission will lift the statewide burning ban at 6 a.m. Tuesday. Read full release, including special requirements for storm-related debris set by SC DHEC at: bit.ly/2RT1AFw

Due to the storm this morning some traffic lights may be out. If the lights are out please treat the intersection as a four-way stop and proceed with caution.

Even though a statewide burn ban is in effect, the weather forecast the next several days presents a very high fire risk. It’s even more important to comply w/ the ban because conditions will be such that fires will escape easily & spread rapidly. (Maps courtesy of NWS Columbia)

Mayor Butler has declared a state of emergency for the City of Orangeburg. Please read the proclamation regarding a curfew starting Thursday, April 9, 2020 from 11 PM to 6 AM with certain exceptions.

Read the full text of the Governor’s Executive Order here: governor.sc.gov/sites/default/…

HAPPENING NOW: Governor Henry McMaster has ordered all South Carolinians to must remain at home or work unless visiting family, exercising, or obtaining essential goods or services. #COVID19 #SCTWEETS

SC FORESTRY COMMISSION TO ISSUE STATEWIDE BURNING BAN, EFFECTIVE TUESDAY, APRIL 7 The South Carolina Forestry Commission will declare a State Forester’s Burning Ban for all counties, effective at 6 a.m. Tuesday, April 7. LINK TO RELEASE: bit.ly/2xQnu5i

Unfortunately, due to reports of non-compliance we are expanding the list of non-essential business closures in South Carolina. New closures include: •Furniture Stores •Home Furnishing Stores •Clothing •Shoe and Clothing Accessory Stores (1/)

•Jewelry Stores •Luggage and Leather Goods Stores •Department Stores •Florists •Sporting Goods Stores •Book Stores •Craft and Music Stores (2/)

Businesses needing clarification can visit the @SCcommerce website for additional information: sccommerce.com/covid-19-non-e… (3/)

The South Carolina Forestry Commission is issuing a statewide Red Flag Fire Alert, effective immediately. Continue reading: bit.ly/2x2Zb3U

DHEC has launched a new heat map to visually represent the spread of the #COVID19 in the state. Heat map as of April 2, 2020: scdhec.gov/sites/default/…

Orangeburg police are seeking the man who assaulted a teen and ran off into a wooded area, according to Orangeburg Department of Public Safety Director Mike Adams. #utm_campaign=blox&utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">thetandd.com/news/local/cri…

Protect yourself and others from #COVID19. Stay home as much as possible, especially when you are sick. scdhec.gov/COVID19 #StayHome #StaySafe #SaveLives

I have ordered the closure of non-essential businesses, as defined by Executive Order 2020-17, throughout the state in order to combat the spread of the COVID-19 virus. governor.sc.gov/news/2020-03/g… (1/)

Beginning Wednesday, April 1, 2020, non-essential businesses throughout the state will be required to close in order to combat the spread of the #COVID19 virus. A complete list can be found at scemd.org/news/gov-henry… Contact @SCcommerce if you have questions about your business.