South Carolina Recognizes Adoption Month, Encouraging Families to Consider Public Adoption
November 4, 2026 – Columbia, S.C. — Governor Henry McMaster has proclaimed November as Adoption Month in South Carolina. In addition, the state will observe Monday, November 23, as Adoption Day. South Carolina Chief Justice John W. Kittredge has authorized special terms of Family Court for the finalization of public adoptions in Greenville, Sumter, Charleston, and Florence Counties.
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SC DSS Honors 2026 October Employees of the Month
October 22, 2026 -- The South Carolina Department of Social Services Employee of the Month program recognizes staff whose work exemplifies our core principles: Competence, Courage, and Compassion.
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SC DSS Honors 2026 September Employees of the Month
September 17, 2026 -- The South Carolina Department of Social Services Employee of the Month program recognizes staff whose work exemplifies our core principles: Competence, Courage, and Compassion.
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DSS to Launch Healthy Food SC Pilot Program to Encourage Healthier Habits
October 28, 2026 — The South Carolina Department of Social Services (SCDSS) is launching the Healthy Food SC project, a two-year initiative designed to help households receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits make healthier food choices.
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DSS Announces New Abbeville County Director
October 19, 2026 -The South Carolina Department of Social Services is pleased to announce Crystal Glassburn as the new Abbeville County Director. She began her new position on Monday, October 19, 2026.
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DSS Comment on Justine May Case
October 16, 2026- DSS has received several inquiries regarding a potential review of the facts and circumstances in the Justine May case. In accordance with established case review protocols, the Department of Social Services (DSS) will be conducting a review in conjunction with independent community partners and stakeholders pursuant to statutory child fatality review processes, both at the local and state level, as described in the South Carolina Code of Laws.
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