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Man arrested, Accused of Sexually Assaulting 6-year-old Girl

KERSHAW COUNTY, SC (WOLO) – Kershaw County deputies say they’ve arrested a man accused of sexually assaulting a six-year-old girl. Authorities say Timothy Witkop, 31, confessed to having “inappropriate sexual activity” with the child since she was five. Witkop is facing criminal sexual conduct charges. Categories: Local News, News Tags: SCNews

Santee Cooper Chairman files lawsuit challenging Governor’s push for removal

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) – The Chairman of Santee Cooper is fighting for his job in court. Leighton Lord filed a lawsuit Wednesday (12/14) challenging Governor Henry McMaster’s effort to have him removed. Lord also wrote that the Governor had falsely claimed he withheld important documents and resisted efforts to investigate the VC Summer failure. A spokesperson for the Governor says…

Health Minute: Holiday Travel Health

Columbia,SC. (WOLO) —- If your holiday plans include traveling to see family and friends, you may need to pack more than just a bag of luggage. Experts suggest you do some homework before celebrating away from home,  especially of your going put of the Country. Find out more tips and tricks in this Medical Minute. Categories: Health, National News, News

National Guard Celebrates 381st Birthday

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) – Happy birthday to the National Guard. Wednesday (12/13) afternoon, the South Carolina Guard celebrated the National Guard’s 381st birthday at the South Carolina Military Museum. Major General Robert Livingston was on hand for the official ceremony. The first unit of the National Guard was formed in the colony of Massachusetts way back in 1636. There are…