Michael Leach, director of South Carolina's Department of Social Services (DSS), announced on Tuesday, Oct. 22, that he would be stepping down from that position after just over five years on the job.

“I believe I was destined to be here in South Carolina at DSS during a chaotic time when people needed help more than ever. I am proud of the work we have done and the positive impact we’ve ...

The South Carolina Department of Social Services (SCDSS) announced the Military Child Care in Your Neighborhood- PLUS plan on Thursday. The plan was established by the Department of Defense (DoD).

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster announced that the S.C. Department of Social Services Director (DSS) Michael Leach will step down after serving for more than five years.

Reports of fraud can be made to the South Carolina Department of Social Services, Office of Inspector General, online at dss.sc.gov/about/fraud/ or by calling 1-800-694-8518.

“I believe I was destined to be here in South Carolina at DSS during a chaotic time when people needed help more than ever,” Leach said in a news release. “I am proud of the work we have ...