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Bires Anny
Digital Exclusives and Features, Health, Local News, Richland

$25 thousand dollar reward is still being offered in 8 year old hit and run case

8 years ago this week an area nurse was nearly killed in a hit and run that remains unsolved
ABC Columbia Staff,

Columbia, SC (WOLO)– Eight years ago this week, Columbia Police say a woman’s life was changed forever when she was struck by a car during a hit and run. Investigators say Lindsay Bires, a Nurse, was standing outside of what was then Palmetto Health Richland Hospital taking a break when she was struck by a passing car. According to police,…
Digital Exclusives and Features, Local News, Richland

Richland Co. Councilwoman to host free mask distribution

The effort is a way to continue working to prevent the spread of COVID-19 with drive through style event
ABC Columbia Staff,

Richland Co., SC (WOLO) — Richland County Councilwoman Joyce Dickerson is hosting a drive through style free COVID-19 mask giveaway to continue to the county’s efforts to reduce the spread of the virus. This event is being held at the County continues to have a mandate in place making face coverings of some type required. On August 21st, County Council…
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DHEC is answering the Coronavirus question, ‘Who should get tested?’

Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–  The South Carolina Department of Health is answering the question, ‘Who should get tested?’ LEX MED DHEC COVID drive thru testing DHEC says if you are out and about in the community, around others, or not able to socially distance or wear a mask, they recommend that you get tested at least once a month. According to…

Stay Strong
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DHEC launches ‘Stay Strong’ initiative for SC business amid Coronavirus

Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– State Health officials are asking South Carolina’s business community to further engage in the fight against COVID-19. DHEC has launched the ‘Stay SC Strong’ program. Businesses that take the program pledge will immediately receive a social media post announcing their commitment to fight COVID-19, as well as a printable poster reiterating the four major workplace safety measures…
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Outdoor concerts to be held at Gardens at Hampton-Preston

Enjoy a scenic view, and some tranquil tunes during outdoor concerts performed by SC Philharmonic
ABC Columbia Staff,

Columbia, SC (WOLO) — Grab a blanket, a lawn chair, and your face covering and enjoy an evening with some light classical pieces performed by the South Carolina Philharmonic. the musical ensemble is partnering with Historic Columbia to put on outdoor concerts in the Gardens at Hampton-Preston located at 1615 Blanding Street. Organizers say there will be two events you…

Morning Of Remembrance
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9/11 Morning of Remembrance set for Friday in Columbia

Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– The 9/11 Remembrance Foundation will pay tribute to South Carolina First Responders and Military Service members on Friday. The “9/11 Morning of Remembrance” prelude starts at 8 a-m, with the program beginning at 8-40 a-m… At the Remembrance Memorial in the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center on Lincoln Street. The program also marks the 9th Anniversary of the…
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Richland Co. 9th district seat heads to run-off

Richland County officials tell ABC Columbia Jonneika Farr and Jesica Mackey square off again in September
ABC Columbia Staff, Rebecca Ball,

image courtesy Richland County Government Richland Co., SC (WOLO) — The specially called Democratic Primary for the Richland County Council District 9 seat is heading to a runoff. According to unofficial results none of the candidates were able to pull in the majority of the votes needed which means Jonneika Farr and Jesica Mackey are set to square off again…