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Primary 2020: Warren, Steyer make last pitch to voters before polls close Saturday

Both candidates were in Columbia Saturday morning
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COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — As voters made their way out to the polls to take part in the South Carolina Democratic Presidential Primary, several candidates spoke to prospective voters and encouraged them to make their voices heard. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Massachusetts) and businessman Tom Steyer were both in the Capital City Saturday morning, talking with voters and encouraging volunteers to…

Social Media Impact
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Does social media impact the way college students casts votes in the primary?

The University of South Carolina Social Media Insights Lab measures social media activity across the state
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COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) –With voters trying to make up their mind for the Democratic Presidential primary, some choose their candidate based on what they see at their fingertips, say analysts. Several students at UofSC say they see social media posts about presidential candidates often on their timelines, and some say seeing those posts makes them think. “When it comes to…
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A look at how the African American Vote could shape the SC Presidential Primary

Vote 2020 Presidential Primary coverage
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COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) –During the South Carolina Democratic Presidential Primary, one group that could make a difference at the polls Saturday are African American voters. As candidates continue to travel the state to make their case for the White House, some say the diverse makeup of South Carolina’s voters will shape more outcomes beyond what happens on…

Is Sc Ready For Primary Day
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Local election officials say they are ready for Saturday’s Democratic primary

The State Election Commission says their voting method has been used hundreds of times
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COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) –As voters get ready to go to the polls Saturday, election officials say they are confident people won’t have too many hassles when casting their vote in the 2020 Democratic presidential preference primary. ABC Columbia image SC Voters ready for primary   The South Carolina State Election Commission says their voting system have been used more than…

Social Media Impact
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College voters weigh in on how social media impacts their primary vote

The University of South Carolina Social Media Insights Lab measures social media activity across the state
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COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) –With voters make up their mind ahead of the Democratic primary, some choose their candidate based on what they see at their fingertips. Several students here at USC say they see social media posts about presidential candidates often on their timelines, and some say seeing those posts makes them think. “When it comes to people our age,…

Primary Bills
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Proposed bills could alter voter participation in future presidential primaries

Some bills would require voters to register with a particular party if they want to vote
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COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) –South Carolina lawmakers are coming forward with legislation that aims to restrict voters registered with other parties from taking part in the opposite party’s presidential primary election. With the South Carolina Democratic Presidential Primary just days away, some Republican voters plan on crossing party lines and vote in the Democratic primary Saturday. “This is the first time…
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Chair of Democratic Black Caucus stresses importance of African American vote in primary

The South Carolina Democratic Presidential Primary is set to take place February 29
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COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) –With the South Carolina Democratic Presidential Primary just five days away, one group that is set to make a difference at the polls Saturday are African American voters. As candidates continue to travel the state to make their case for the White House, some say the diverse makeup of South Carolina’s voters will shape more outcomes beyond…
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“She loved everything and everyone”: Faye Swetlik’s mother reflects on her daughter’s life

Several people gathered in Cayce to honor the fallen six-year-old
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CAYCE, S.C. (WOLO) –Several members of the community came together at Trinity Baptist Church to celebrate the life of six-year-old Faye Swetlik. Throughout Trinity Baptist Church, dozens of people wore pink and purple, Faye’s favorite colors, to celebrate the impact she had on their lives. While reading a eulogy from her mother Selena, Pastor Eddie Coakley of Trinity Baptist Church…
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Midlands school district gives students new tool to anonymously report incidents

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CHAPIN, S.C. (WOLO) –One Midlands school district is rolling out new technology that allows students, teachers, and staff to report incidents anonymously.  Starting this week, Lexington Richland School District Five has installed the STOPit app on student-issued Chromebooks. It also can be downloaded by students and staff who have smartphones. Some students might be scared to come forward about incidents…
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City facing fines following Allen Benedict deaths, evacuations

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Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–A judge has fined Columbia Housing more than $11,000 for safety violations that took place at Allen Benedict Court in January of 2019. Columbia Housing faced 26 citations Wednesday in municipal court, and chose to plead guilty to 24, resulting in a $470 fine for each ticket. Columbia Fire Chief Aubrey Jenkins says the new leadership team has…

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