Author: Rob Dew

SCEMD adds mask ordinance map

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–The South Carolina Emergency Management Division has created a map that shows where mask ordinances are in place and where they are not throughout the state. According to the map, South Carolina has 10 counties that have a mask ordinances and 60 municipalities. In the Midlands Orangeburg and Richland are the only counties with ordinances in place. Municipalities…

Benedict College names first woman as campus minister

Burgess will be the first female campus minister in the 150 year history of the college

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)– Benedict College has named its first female campus minister. Tuesday the college announced Reverend Doctor Lillie A. Burgess to the position. Burgess is the first woman to serve as campus minister in the school’s 150 year history. Benedict College President and CEO, Dr. Roslyn Clark Artis released a brief statement welcoming Burgess to the Tiger family saying,…

Visitation held for Councilman “Chip” Jackson

A community says goodbye to a councilman who dedicated his life to serving others

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)– Family, friends, and members of the community said goodbye to County Councilman Calvin “Chip” Jackson Wednesday afternoon. A visitation ceremony was held at Bible Way Church of Atlas Road.Chip Jackson represented District 9 on the County Council a position he held since 2016. Councilman Jackson is survived by his wife Patricia, his mother, a brother,  two children,…

SCGOP releases statement on Biden’s nomination of Harris

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–The South Carolina Republican Party put out a statement on Sen. Kamala harris’ nomination as Joe Biden’s running mate. Chairman Drew McKissick writes, “Kamala Harris is a radical, pro-abortion democrat who wants to confiscate guns, pass medicare-for-all, let illegal immigrants in our country by the thousands, and pass AOC’s Green New Deal. She claims to be an advocate…

Lexington Medical Center to offer free testing 5 days a week

West Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–Lexington Medical Center is now offering free drive-through COVID 19 testing five days a week. The screenings take place Monday through Friday from 8am until 1pm at 139 Summerplace Dr. in West Columbia. You do not need to have an appointment or any symptoms to be tested. Officials say results should be ready in around seven days….