Author: Maria Szatkowski

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Local News, News, Politics, State

Rutherford defeats Richland Co. Coroner incumbent Watts

Richland Co. will soon have a new coroner. Naida Rutherford defeated incumbent Gary Watts in Tuesday's Democratic primary.
Maria Szatkowski,

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) — Richland Co. will soon have a new coroner. Naida Rutherford defeated incumbent Gary Watts in Tuesday’s Democratic primary. “I’m really just excited to use my voice and my platform to be able to help the people who need it the most,” said Naida Rutherford, Richland Co. Coroner Elect. Despite issues at polling places, voters came out…

20 States Including Sc Are Seeing An Increase In Covid 19 Cases
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Impact of coronavirus pandemic on cancer patients

It can be tough to navigate the coronavirus pandemic, and it can be even tougher if you're a cancer patient and undergoing treatments.
Maria Szatkowski,

West Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) — It can be tough to navigate the coronavirus pandemic, and it can be even tougher if you’re a cancer patient and undergoing treatments. David West lives in West Columbia. On Nov. 20, 2014, he was diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic neuroendocrine cancer. “I’m still in treatment, and my tumors have not gone away. They continue…

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Despite pandemic, SC voters head to the polls Tuesday

In what's been a first for voters, South Carolina held its primary election on Tuesday during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Maria Szatkowski,

Richland County, S.C. (WOLO) — In what’s been a first for voters, South Carolina held its primary election on Tuesday during the COVID-19 pandemic. Because of the virus, polling locations looked different this year to voters who didn’t vote absentee. “First time working an election having to wear PPE, but as everybody knows with the COVID situation going on, it’s…
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Election Protection Hotline now live for Tuesday’s primaries

On Tuesday, South Carolina will hold its primary election. For many people, they may be apprehensive about heading to the polls during a pandemic.
Maria Szatkowski,

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) — On Tuesday, South Carolina will hold its primary election. For many people, they may be apprehensive about heading to the polls during a pandemic. If you do experience any issues with voting, the Election Protection Hotline is now live and will help to ensure your opportunity to vote. One big issue they’re expecting to help people…

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Federal investigation underway after suspicious water bottles found in Columbia

Maria Szatkowski,

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) — According to a press release from the Columbia Police Department, CPD is working with the Richland County Sheriff’s Department and state and federal agencies as part of an investigation to determine the persons responsible for possessing suspicious looking water bottles during recent protests in downtown Columbia. In the area of Lincoln, Laurel and Richland Streets this weekend,…

Covid 19 Friday June 5
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DHEC: 390 new cases of COVID-19, 1 additional death

Maria Szatkowski,

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) — The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control announced 390 new cases of COVID-19 and one additional death. This brings the total number of people confirmed to have COVID-19 in South Carolina to 14,286 and those who have died to 546. The death occurred in an elderly individual from Darlington County. The number of new…

How Long Can Coronavirus Last On Various Surfaces?
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DHEC: 512 new cases of COVID, 7 more deaths

Maria Szatkowski,

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) — According to press release from the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, 512 new cases of coronavirus were announced Saturday with 7 additional deaths. This brings the total number of people confirmed to have COVID-19 in South Carolina to 13,916 and those who have died to 545. Six of the deaths occurred in elderly…

Protests And Mental Health
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Managing your mental health during pandemic and protests

There's a lot going on in our world right now, between the coronavirus pandemic, George Floyd's death and the protests all over the world.
Maria Szatkowski,

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) — There’s a lot going on in our world right now, between the coronavirus pandemic, George Floyd’s death and the protests all over the world. All of this can affect a person’s mental health. “Both of these events, COVID-19 and the current protests are big events to try and manage along with everything else that’s going on…

Protests Day 4
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People could register to vote at day 4 of Columbia protests

Tuesday brought another day of protests in downtown Columbia, as people continue to honor George Floyd and other unarmed African Americans who have been recently killed.
Maria Szatkowski,

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) — Tuesday brought another day of protests in downtown Columbia, as people continue to honor George Floyd and other unarmed African Americans who have been recently killed. Day four of protests brought even more peace, as protesters once again took to the State House. “We’re here all just to say that enough is enough. We have to…

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A look at Monday’s Protests in Columbia, peaceful protest at State House

Crysty Vaughan, Maria Szatkowski,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Tuesday, there were no planned organized events at the State House, although a few protesters took to the sidewalk, peacefully, holding signs. On Monday the scene was different, it marked the third day of organized protest in Columbia, following the death of George Floyd. ABC Columbia’s Maria Szatkowski covered the protests all weekend and into the beginning…

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