Governor Proposes “Palmetto Priority” Program to Battle COVID-19

DHEC reported almost 900 new COVID-19 cases yesterday and 14 more deaths. Horry County also saw another record of single-day cases. The statewide total now comes to almost 26,600 cases and 673 deaths. Yesterday, Governor McMaster addressed the state and issued a new restaurant safety initiative in effort to combat the rapid spread of the virus. The “Palmetto Priority” encourages restaurants to “complete a checklist of operational assurances” that will help ensure the safety of staff and customers. Participating businesses will receive a decal sticker they can place in their windows.