For those counting, there have been seven cases of coronavirus reported in S.C., with a fifth case reported in Camden. Source: AP
If you’re stuck on what to buy besides toilet paper for your self-quarantine, pick up shelf-stable food, water and liquids, medicine, and two weeks worth of toiletries. Source: Bluffton Today
Due in part to unease over the coronavirus and a plunge in oil prices, on Monday the S&P 500 took a nosedive and fell nearly 8 percent. Source: NY Times
Charleston City Councilman Harry Griffin is calling for the city to ban the use of all handheld devices while driving. The current law allows drivers to use phones behind the wheel and the state’s law bans texting while driving. Source: Live 5
Hospitality businesses are considering offering incentives to attract employees in a tight labor market, including health insurance, 401K matching, paid time off, and providing parking or paying for the city’s shuttle. Source: P&C
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