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New Columbia ordinance to remove employment barriers for former inmates
The City of Columbia is the first to make a major move they hope will take the handcuffs off of former inmates, ultimately creating a level playing field when it comes to getting out of jail, and getting a job.
Number of South Carolinians working continues to grow
Columbia, SC (WOLO) — The number of working South Carolinians continues to go up. According to the states Department of Employment and Workforce more than 7- thousand jobs were added in the month of August bringing the states unemployment rate down to 3.2 % percent. The national unemployment rate remains unchanged at 3.7% percent. Categories: State Tags: State Department of…
12th annual Palmetto Peanut Boil heats things up Saturday
Image: The Animal Mission The Animal Mission is hosting the 12th Annual Palmetto Peanut Boil on Saturday September 21st on the 2900 block of Devine Street. The fun kicks off at 11AM and will run until 6PM. The annual free event features live music, entertainment for the entire family to enjoy, not to mention a visit from Cocky, and a…
Deputies: Wedgefield man charged after armed bank robbery in Sumter
A Wedgefield man is in custody after allegedly robbing the SAFE Federal Credit Union in Sumter around 9:45 a.m. on Friday, according to the Sumter Police Department.
New, more efficient child support online system is in effect
Columbia, SC (WOLO)— It’s been more than years in the works, and today Friday September 19th, the Palmetto Automated Child Support System (PACSS) and the centralized State Disbursement Unit (SDU) are fully operational statewide and federally certified. The new operational system is a better way of serving children and familes here in the Palmetto state and according to officials, will…
Florence man nabs nearly 12 foot long, 726 lb. gator
Florence, SC (WOLO) — Alligator season is underway and one hunter in Florence nabbed a big one. According to his Facebook page George Mourounas of Florence nabbed this 12 and a half foot 726 pound gator in Santee. Now, if you are thinking about running out to grab the gear to start a big boy like this, think again. The…
NAACP holds annual Freedom Fund Gala
Columbia, SC (WOLO) — The NAACP held its annual state conference to celebrate and honor the groups long standing advocacy for civil rights. The freedom fund gala recognizes those still connected with the groups first successful legal challenge in separate but equal statutes across the country. GMC’s Curtis Wilson was the emcee for this year’s event. Categories: Local News, Richland…
Jubilee Festival celebrates black history and culture in Columbia
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) – This weekend you can join Historic Columbia at its annual Jubilee Festival. The free event celebrates black history and culture. It takes place Saturday from eleven to six at the Manns Simons site on Richland Street in downtown Columbia. The event includes live music, art, food, and storytelling. Click here for more information. Categories: Entertainment News,…
