Author: Rob Dew
Local News, News, Politics, Richland

No new curfew for Columbia…for now

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Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–The City of Columbia will not institute a new curfew, for now. The possible new emergency management curfew was on the agenda for Tuesday afternoon’s council meeting. Ultimately the council wanted the governor to extend his current ban on bars and restaurants selling alcohol after 11pm. The council is also instituting a house party ordinance. The measure would…
Local News, News, State

Another day with low new COVID 19 case, testing numbers

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Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–The number of new coronavirus cases continues to be low but so too do the number of tests. Tuesday DHEC reported 691 new positive cases and 47 additional deaths. The number of tests processed Monday continues to be among the lowest since the agency began testing with 3,716 samples tested. The positivity rate was up significantly from yesterday…
Local News, National News, News, Politics, State

Congressman Clyburn visits Midlands post office

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Photo: Rich Wandover Eastover, S.C. (WOLO)–Fresh off of his appearance during the opening night of the Democratic National Convention, Congressman Jim Clyburn was in the Midlands Tuesday afternoon. Clyburn visited the Eastover post office to meet with Postmaster Lee Chorey to discuss the services the post office provides to the local community. The visit comes as lawmakers in Washington are…
Local News, News, Richland

Clear the Shelters event a howling success

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Courtesy: Columbia Animal Services Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)– This year’s Clear the Shelters event was a big success. According to Columbia Animal Services, 46 pets were adopted last Friday. But there are still plenty of forever friends available for you to take home. If you are interested the shelter is located at 127 humane lane. You can also find more information…
Local News, News, Richland

VA to host blood drive Wednesday

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Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–The VA is partnering with the Red Cross to host a blood drive Wednesday at the Dorn VA Medical Center on Garners Ferry Rd. The Share Your Health, Roll Up Your Sleeves” blood drive is part a nationwide effort to respond to the ongoing need for blood during the coronavirus public health emergency. If you are interested donating…
Local News, Newberry, News

New jobs coming to Midlands

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Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–57 new jobs are on their way to the Midlands. Tuesday the governor’s office announced KRA Operations is establishing a new facility in Newberry County. In addition to the jobs, the company is investing more than $11 million. KRA Operations performs metal stamping and injection molding. The facility is located in the Mid-Carolina Commerce Park and is already…
News, Politics, State

State flags at half-staff in memory of former state representative

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Photo:Legacy.com Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–Flags flew at half-staff across the state Tuesday to honor a former state representative. Governor Henry McMaster’s office says the flags were lowered in honor of Floyd Breeland. After serving in the US Army and spending decades as an educator, Breeland represented Charleston in the House of Representative for 16 years. Representative Breeland passed away August 11th….
Entertainment News, News, State

SC man accused of stalking, attempted kidnapping of wrestling star

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Courtesy:WJXX Tampa, FL (WOLO)–A Low Country man is in custody in Florida accused of attempting to kidnap a professional wrestler. Phillip Thomas of Cordesville was arrested early Sunday in Tampa and charged with aggravated stalking, armed burglary, attempted armed kidnapping, and criminal mischief. Deputies say Thomas was obsessed with 26 year old wrestling star Sonya Deville. According to investigators, Thomas…

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