Author: Rob Dew
Local News, News, State

Citadel cadets, students to return to campus in August

Rob Dew,

Charleston, S.C. (WOLO)– The Citadel is joining a list of South Carolina colleges and universities planning returns to in-person instruction in the fall. Tuesday Citadel President Gen. Glenn M. Walters USMC (ret.) announced that the military college is planning to reopen campus in August to begin the 2020-2021 academic year. Gen. Walters added that there is a need for flexibility…
Lexington, Local News, News, State

Man dies following police chase

Rob Dew,

Lexington Co., S.C. (WOLO)–The Lexington Co. Coroner’s Office says a man died while trying to evade law enforcement. Coroner Margaret Fisher says Quinton Nunn, 26, of Blythewood attempted to avoid a traffic stop by the SC Highway Patrol which lead to a brief pursuit. Fisher says Nunn lost control of his vehicle and ran off the road on 12th St….

Assistant Teacher Windsor Elementary
Local News, News, Richland

Teaching assistant accused of giving pill to 6-year old

An assistant teacher with Windsro Elementary school is charged with unlawful neglect of a child
Rob Dew, ABC Columbia Staff,

Image: Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)– Richland Co. Deputies say a teaching assistant at Windsor Elementary School is charged with unlawful neglect  of a child. Investigators say, Anna Howard, 35, gave the 6 year old victim an unknown pill while at school. According to deputies the child’s mother says he is not on any medication. Authorities…
Kershaw, Local News, News

Camden man shot, killed

Rob Dew,

Camden, S.C. (WOLO)–Police in Camden are investigating after a man was found dead early Friday morning. The Kershaw County Coroner’s Office says Lawrence Reed, 65, was found shot to death in his home around four am. The coroner says the window in the door was broken out. We have reached out to the Camden Police Department for more information Categories:…
Local News, News, Richland

Deputies: Nail salon owner cited for operating illegally

Rob Dew,

Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)–Richland Co. deputies say they responded to AM Nail Bar Salon on Two Notch Rd. Wednesday afternoon after it was reported that it was open for business. Establishments like nail salons and other close-contact businesses are supposed to be closed under the governor’s current executive order. Upon arrival, deputies say the front door was locked but they…
Local News, News, Richland

Dorn VA to hold emergency blood drive

Rob Dew,

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–The coronavirus has put a strain on blood banks making the need for donors more crucial. Friday Dorn VA will hold a blood drive in partnership with the American Red Cross. The event takes place from 10am-4pm in the auditorium at the VA’s Garners Ferry Rd location. To make an appointment go www.redcrossblood.org and use Sponsor Code “SCVeterans,”…

Teacher Appreciation
Local News, News, Richland

W.A. Perry Middle School holds drive-through teacher appreciation celebration

Rob Dew,

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–This is National Teacher Appreciation Week, and one Midlands school was not going to let the coronavirus keep them from showing their teachers a little love. Wednesday afternoon a drive through celebration was held at W.A. Perry Middle School. Teachers received gifts of appreciation as they drove through the parking lot. Teachers have been conducting their classes on-line…
Local News, News, Orangeburg

Seven counties designated for individual federal assistance

Rob Dew,

(ABC Columbia) Columbia, SC (WOLO)– Assistance is available for those who experienced damage following the storms and tornadoes on April 12th and 13th. FEMA says residents of Aiken, Colleton, Hampton, Marlboro, Oconee, Orangeburg and Pickens counties are now eligible for federal disaster assistance. The agency provided the following to assist in applying; You can register for assistance in one of…
Local News, News, Orangeburg, Richland

Red Cross assists tornado victims

Rob Dew,

Courtesy: Red Cross Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–The Palmetto SC region of the Red Cross says it assisted more than 660 people following the strong storms and tornados that hit on April 13th. A spokesperson for the organization says it helped place survivors in overnight shelters. Officials with the Red Cross say they also distributed thousands of meals and provided disaster health…

Senior Resources Meals For Elderly
Calhoun, Fairfield, Kershaw, Local News, Newberry, News, Orangeburg, State

Senior Resources to provide meals for seniors in 16 counties

Some of our most vulnuerable residents get some better access to food during the pandemic
Rob Dew,

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)– Senior citizens across the state will have better access to food. Monday Senior Resources announced it is partnering with Blue Cross and Blue Shield to provide emergency food assistance in 16 counties including; Calhoun, Fairfield, Kershaw, Newberry, and Orangeburg in the Midlands. For more information on how to participate go to www.seniorresourcesinc.org Categories: Calhoun, Fairfield, Kershaw, Local…

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