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Aug 1, 2021 8:32 PM EDT

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UofSC will once again require masks inside campus buildings

Jul 30, 2021 9:23 PM EDT

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COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) – The University of South Carolina announced Friday it would immediately begin requiring face coverings inside campus buildings. The University cited low vaccine uptake statewide and high disease transmission rates in Richland County as reason for the renewed requirement. The order is effectively immediately. DHEC officials reiterated their support for the CDC’s updated recommendation that everyone wear…

Orangeburg residents react after police officer was fired for use of force this week

Jul 30, 2021 6:23 PM EDT

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An officer with the Orangeburg Department of Public Safety was relieved of his duties, following an accusation of excessive force this week. ABC Columbia’s Alex Tejada spoke with residents in Orangeburg on how they feel about law enforcement’s presence in the city.

Midlands Mugshots- July 29

Jul 30, 2021 10:59 AM EDT

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Check out Thursday’s Midlands Mugshots.

McMaster sued after turning down federal unemployment aid

Jul 29, 2021 9:44 PM EDT

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COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) – Four jobless South Carolinians have sued Gov. Henry McMaster over his decision to exit the federal unemployment programs providing extra money to jobless residents earlier this summer. The residents said in lawsuit filed in state court Wednesday that they are still struggling to make ends meet and have been unable to find work despite extensive job…

Residents try to beat the heat as the Midlands deals with high temperatures

Jul 29, 2021 7:11 PM EDT

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In downtown Columbia, a high concentration of buildings in urban areas can make it warmer than surrounding areas, but there are times of the day it’s better to be outdoors than others. No matter where you are from, keeping yourself cool is important.