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‘Eskimo pie’ to rename treat after saying ‘original name was offensive’ to native arctic communities

Starting next year the ice cream bar will simply be called 'Edy's Pie'
CNN,

New York (CNN Business)Eskimo Pie has decided on a new name three months after it acknowledged its original name was offensive toward native arctic communities. Beginning early 2021, the chocolate-covered vanilla ice cream bar will be called Edy’s Pie, a nod to one of the company’s founders, Joseph Edy. It’s also a familiar name to many because its maker, Dreyer’s…

Election Deadlines
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Richland County opening satellite polling places for absentee early voting

Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Starting on Wednesday, October 7, there will be a series of satellite polling places throughout Richland County, where voters can come and cast their votes. Monday marked the first day of early voting for the November election, and thousands showed up at voting offices across the state to make their voices heard. Richland County officials say more locations…
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Tasty Tuesday: Mac, Cheese, Chicken, and Broccoli – “Just like she did.”

Tyler Ryan and Mary Ann try Tyler's Great Grandmothers recipe for the family - AND on a budget!
Tyler Ryan,

  LEXINGTON SC (WOLO)–As with many of us, the thought of our Great Grandmothers cooking creates a Pavlovian dog response, as we remember the smell and taste of her culinary chops.  Recently, Tyler Ryan came into several recopies from his Nan Nan, and decided to try and recreate of of her favorites on a Tasty Tuesday, just like she did….

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DHEC: More than 100 mobile Coronavirus test sites across SC

Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– State Health officials are urging anyone who wants to get tested for Coronavirus to check out the testing locations. COVID drive thru testing-file According to DHEC, testing for COVID-19 is essential because it helps identify people who are infected with the virus, whether they have symptoms or not. DHEC says the department is working with community partners…

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SC One stop Coronavirus website offers more information about economics of COVID-19

Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– A website created by state leaders to offer information, all in one place, is now a one stop shop for more COVID-19 information. The Governor’s office announced the Accelerate SC website will include Coronavirus statistics and many other topics, including an employment tab. According to a release,  accelerate.sc.gov, now provides South Carolinians a single place to see…

Fair Update
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South Carolina State Fair releases ‘Drive-Through’ fair details for October 2020

Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– You can still grab those tasty fair food treats, from corn dogs to funnel cakes this year, just in a different way. The South Carolina State Fair has released more details about this year’s Drive-Thru South Carolina State Fair. The free event is happening Tuesday, October 20 and Wednesday, October 21 from 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Guests will…
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City of Columbia wants feedback on outdated revision plan

City officials say the current rezoning map is more than 40 years old and needs to be streamlined
ABC Columbia Staff,

(Courtesy: City of Columbia) Columbia, SC (WOLO) — The city of Columbia wants your feedback on their plans to revise the current rezoning map that’s more than 40 years old. City officials say the the goal of this process is to make the outdated zoning plan more modern and streamline in in order to foster future growth. At the same…