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October 2022 E-Newsletter - News You Can Use

October Resident News

Quote for the Month

"The greatest discovery of all time is that a person can change his future by merely changing his attitude." - Oprah Winfrey

 

Jobs in the Area

Perdue Farms Job Fair with maintenance worker and cdl driver

Perdue Farms Maintenance and CDL Driver Job Fair 
  • Thursday, October 27th | 10 am - 3 pm at the Dillon SC Works Office (2204 Hwy 301 S.)
  • Friday, October 28th | 10 am - 3 pm at the Marion SC Works Office (2413 E. Hwy 76)
Learn about other open positions by visiting www.perduecareers.com.
 
Find additional job listings by visiting the SC Works Pee Dee website.
 

Halloween Events

  • Join the Cheraw Police Department and us on October 27th for food, fun, and some sweet treats!  Trunk or Treat is happening from 5-7 pm at the Dizzie-Gillespie Apartment Complex.  Wear your costume for a chance to win one of our six awards!  Open to Housing Authority of Cheraw residents.
The following events are happening in and around our area!
  • The Florence County Public Library has a Fall Carnival from 3:30-4:30 pm. A variety of fun carnival games will be available with other fall activities inside the library in the Joseph Stukes Meeting Room. Light refreshments and small prizes will be available while supplies last.
  • Lake City is hosting its annual Festival of Frights Monday at 6 p.m. This trick-or-treating event will be in a drive-thru format on Main Street.
  • From 6-8 pm, The Bible Temple at 195 Gause Canal Rd Coward has its Trunk or Treat, which they call a safe event for Trick or Treating on Halloween.
  • The Town of Cheraw Recreation & Leisure Services Department has its annual "Halloween Walk" from 4 pm-6 pm. The event includes trick-or-treat with some businesses, agencies, and organizations. Children and their families can stroll around downtown and Centennial Park to receive treats from community businesses.
  • At 5 pm, they will open the doors of the spooky hallways of the -Florence Center as the Haunted Hotel Invades! The free event will provide a fun and safe environment for children to trick or treat and enjoy Halloween! The Miracle League Athletes and Special Needs Children in the Pee Dee go from 4-5 pm. From 5-8 pm, the doors will be open to the general public for ages 12 and under (must be accompanied by an adult). Bring your candy buckets, bags, or pillowcases.
  • From 6-9 pm is the Trunk or Treat and Fall Festival at Kelleytown Baptist Church in Hartsville. They will have something for EVERYONE! Hayrides, inflatables, Kona Ice, food, and FUN! For more information, visit kelleytown.org.
  • From 6-7:30 pm is the Harvest Fall Festival at Mechanicsville Baptist Church in Darlington. This free event includes inflatables, games, face painting, a snow cone truck, candy, and more.
 

Halloween Safety

  • Carry glow sticks or flashlights, use reflective tape or stickers on costumes and bags, and wear light colors to help kids see and be seen by drivers.
  • Join kids under age 12 for trick-or-treating.
  • Slow down and be alert! Kids are excited on Halloween and may dart into the street. Turn on headlights early in the day to spot kids from further away.
  • Remind kids to cross the street at corners or crosswalks.
  • When selecting a costume, make sure it is the right size to prevent trips and falls. Choose face paint over masks when possible. Masks can limit children's vision.

For more information on Halloween Safety, visit the Safe Kids Worldwide website.

 

2022 New Application Dates

Public Housing Program

The Housing Authority of Cheraw will be accepting applications "ONCE" a month. Please note the following updates:

  • Location: Dizzy Gillespie Community Room
                  1345 Dizzy Gillespie Drive
                  Cheraw, South Carolina 29520

  • Date: The following Tuesdays of Every Month
    • October 11th
    • November 15th
    • December 13th
    • Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM (Sign-in by 12:15 PM)

Applications will be processed by The Housing Authority of Florence at 2640 W. Palmetto Street, Florence, SC 29501.  Please contact the Applications & Admissions Department for an appointment prior to the above dates.

If you should have any questions, please feel free to contact our Applications & Admissions Department at (843) 669-4163 extension 3340 or the Cheraw office at (843) 537-7222 Monday - Thursday from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.

Public Housing Program

The Housing & Community Redevelopment Authority of Marlboro County and Eastcrest Apartments (McColl) will be accepting applications "ONCE" a month.  Please note the following updates:

  • Location: Clio Administrative Office
                    100 Woods Avenue
                    Clio, South Carolina 29525
  • Date: The following Thursdays of Every Month
    • October 13th
    • November 17th
    • December 15th
    • Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM (Sign-in by 12:15 PM)

Applications will be processed by The Housing Authority of Florence at 2640 W. Palmetto Street, Florence, SC 29501.  Please contact the Applications & Admissions Department for an appointment prior to the above dates.

If you should have any questions, please feel free to contact our Applications & Admissions Department at (843) 669-4163 extension 3340 or our Clio office at (843) 586-2674 Monday - Thursday from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.

 

Community Reminders

  • Rent is due on or before the 1st of every month.

  • The Housing Authority is required by HUD regulations to inspect the units to ensure they are "Decent, Safe, and Sanitary."  Standard procedure is:  Pictures will be taken during Interior and/or Exterior inspections for documentation purposes of the resident's housekeeping.
  • Resident agrees and acknowledges that the premises to be occupied by Resident and members of Resident's household, as well as certain outside areas, have been designated as smoke-free.  Resident and members of Resident's household shall not smoke anywhere in the unit rented by Resident, in the building where the Resident's dwelling is located, in any of the common areas inside the building, or in any outside areas closer than 25 feet of the building(s) including sidewalks, entryways, porches, balconies, patios, and playgrounds.  Nor shall the Resident permit any guests or visitors to do so.
  • No parking on the grass or riding through the complex on the grass.  A violation fee will be applied (see Management Schedule of Charges).

  • The Resident shall assure that neither the Resident nor any persons other than those listed above and minor children which are born into the household during this tenancy shall reside in the dwelling unit for more than fourteen (14) days each year without obtaining the prior written approval of the Landlord.  Management may place guests on no-trespass if they have concerns that the tenant may be in violation of this policy.

 

Upcoming Events

  • November 4th - General Election
  • November 5th - SC Pecan Music & Food Festival
  • November 6th - Daylight Saving Time (Fall Back)

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