Democrats question small election rule change by SC House
The South Carolina House has given key approval to a bill that would require counties across the state to follow the same rules for elections.
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Wildlife officials urge temporary removal of bird feeders
The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources is urging residents who own bird feeders to remove them until next month, pointing to a rise in bird deaths that could be caused by dirty feeders.
DHEC: Vaccine appointments filling up at high rate
As phase 1B of COVID-19 vaccine distribution began in the state Monday, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control says appointments have been filling up faster than they can make them.
Prisma Health offers advice on springing forward into daylight saving time
Early Sunday morning, we will all spring forward into daylight saving time, costing us a precious hour of sleep. Prisma Health released some guidelines on ways you can help alleviate stress and adjust to daylight saving time, without all the grogginess.
DHEC releases new guidelines for nursing home visitation
Governor Henry McMaster and the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released an update to the state's visitation guidelines for nursing homes and community residential facilities.
DHEC: 507 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 17 additional deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state's latest coronavirus numbers as of Tuesday.
SC Emergency Management Division Conducts statewide tornado drill Wednesday morning
The South Carolina Emergency Management Division coordinated a statewide tornado drill Wednesday. The drill is done every year. It's meant to test communication systems and safety procedures.
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Wildlife officials urge temporary removal of bird feeders
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources is urging residents who own bird feeders to remove them until next month, pointing to a rise in bird deaths that could be caused by dirty feeders. Wildlife officials…
The CDC gives guidance on travel during spring break
(CNN) -- Spring break is not that far away for most Midlands school districts, and for many it is a time to relax -- maybe take a vacation but, this year, even with…
Company coming to Midlands brings job opportunities
Clarendon County, SC (WOLO) -- A company is getting ready to set up shop in the Midlands, and along with it will come some employment opportunities. 'On Time Distribution, LLC.' announced plans to establish…
Sunset Blvd. reopens after traffic stop leads to arrest of armed robbery suspects
Lexington, SC (WOLO) ---- One lane of the outbound lanes along I-20 at Sunset Boulevard/US-178 were blocked for nearly 3 hours as police conducted a traffic stop that led them to suspects they believe are connected to an armed robbery…
Jasper Co. man accused of Criminal Sexual Conduct with children
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- The South Carolina law Enforcement Division has arrested a Jasper County man accused of conducting sexual acts with children. SLED agents arrested 59 year old Terrance Hill Tuesday and charged him with three counts of First-Degree…
DHEC calls Darlington Speedway vaccine event 'incredible success'
Darlington, SC (WOLO) -- We have an update about the largest vaccination event in the state that took place at the Darlington International Speedway Friday March 5th, 2021. According to the Department of…
Governor Henry McMaster declares March as Red Cross month in SC
The time is now to give the gift of life. On Tuesday afternoon, Governor Henry McMaster read a proclamation declaring March as Red Cross month in the state of South Carolina. McMaster says supporting the Red Cross means saving lives.
DHEC: More than 5,000 vaccinated at Darlington Speedway Friday
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control provided an update about the largest vaccination event in the state that took place at the Darlington International Speedway Friday. DHEC says more than 5,000 people were vaccinated for COVID-19 in both in phase 1A and 1B.
Governor Henry McMaster names first director of SC Office of Resilience
On Tuesday, Governor Henry McMaster named Ben Duncan as the first director of the South Carolina Office of Resilience. As Chief Resilience Officer, Duncan will be responsible for overseeing grant programs that help repair and rebuild homes damaged by extreme weather events, such as the 2015 flooding or Hurricane Florence in 2019.
Some businesses see slight increase as normal alcohol sales resume
(CNN) --- This past weekend was the first opportunity for South Carolina residents to stay out later to enjoy a beer or cocktail after the Governor lifted a restriction on the…
U.S., U.K. leadership react to Meghan and Harry interview
WASHINGTON (AP) - The White House is emphasizing America's "special partnership'' with the U.K. government in the wake of the bombshell interview in which Prince Harry and Meghan alleged racism and widespread misconduct within the royal family. White House press…
Decision to come soon on temporary block of SC abortion law
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - A federal judge said Monday that a decision will come shortly on whether to suspend a new South Carolina law banning abortions through the end of a legal challenge from Planned Parenthood. U.S. District Judge Mary…
