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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

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…

Toddler born with deformity finds ‘puppy love’ in perfect match

They are both young and dealing with looking a little different, now they have eachother

(CNN) — A Michigan boy with a birth defect finds his perfect match. The 2-year-old bonded instantly with his new dog after learning they both have cleft palates. Rachel Sweet has the heartwarming story of true puppy love. Categories: Digital Exclusives and Features, National News

DHEC: Testing for COVID-19 is essential, Mobile Test Sites across SC

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–State Health officials say testing for COVID-19 is essential. LEX MED DHEC COVID drive thru testing DHEC reports that testing for COVID-19 is essential because it helps identify people who are infected with the virus, whether or not they have symptoms, so they can isolate themselves and keep those around them from becoming infected, especially at-risk individuals who…

CVS Health and Benedict College hosting rapid Coronavirus test site

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Looking to get tested for the Coronavirus? CVS Health and Benedict College announced they are offering a rapid COVID-19 test site on the campus. Officials say the testing at Benedict College will be located at 1903 Two Notch Road. It will be open to the public by appointment. Patients will need to pre-register in advance by calling…

SC mother loses 24 year old son to COVID-19 as she fights her own battle with the virus

Athena Quierdo mother of son says: "I told him I would bring him home and I did. It's not what I expected to bring home,"

Story by Anjali Patel MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — Kyle McCarthy was a miracle from the start. His mother, Athena Querido said he barely made it through childbirth. He’s been fighting for survival his whole life, she said. He’s endured countless surgeries and illnesses. After each tribulation, he would emerge with a smile. “I tried to make his life special…

Actor Chadwick Boseman honored in his hometown of Anderson

The 43 year old who passed away Friday after a 4 year battle with colon cancer was honored Thursday night

Anderson, SC (WLOS) —The hometown of actor Chadwick Boseman held a celebration of life. Dozens coming out to bid-farewell to the man who portrayed various characters, one of the arguably most infamous ‘Black Panther’ and those who knew the on screen super hero, celebrated the man behind the mask by watching his movie. Caitlyn Penter has the story from Anderson…

UofSC postpones Davis Field coronavirus testing due to staffing shortages

Officials say they will resume testing once they are able to get ample staff to conduct COVID-19 testing

Columbia, SC (WOLO) Officials at the University of South Carolina coronavirus testing at Davis Field is cancelled due to a staffing shortage at the lab. Officials say they are postponing the saliva testing until additional resources are available. in the meantime, leaders say students experiencing symptoms should contact student health services to make an appointment. If you are exhibiting symptoms…

WATCH: Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin appears on GMA3 on ABC Columbia

New York, NY (WOLO)–Thursday Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin spoke with ABC’s Amy Robach on GMA3. The mayor addresses the increase in cases at the University of South Carolina as well as a recent incident in Five Points involving a former Columbia Police officer’s use of a racial slur. Categories: Digital Exclusives and Features, Local News, National News, News, Politics, Richland