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Governor McMaster to lead Public health Committee meeting to discuss Coronavirus

McMaster will lead meeting of the S.C. Public Health Emergency Plan Committee to discuss state’s preparedness for potential impact of Coronavirus
Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Governor Henry McMaster is scheduled to lead a meeting, on Monday,  to discuss the Coronavirus. According to officials,  Mcmaster will head the S.C. Public Health Emergency Plan Committee to discuss the state’s preparedness for the potential impact of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-2019) to South Carolinians. According to Mcmaster’s office, the Committee consists of “representatives of all…

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Vote 2020: SC Presidential Primary Day General Questions

Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-  As voters head to the Polls Saturday for the South Carolina Democratic Presidential Primary, there may be some questions about polling places, and even questions about who can vote. Many voters are wondering who can cast a ballot in this primary. According to state election officials,  South Carolina does not have voters registration by party. The Presidential…
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COMET offers free rides to the polls for Democratic primary

A local transportation service wants to make sure everyone is able to cast their ballot whether they have a ride to the polls or not
ABC Columbia Staff,

ABC Columbia image Richland/Lexington, SC (WOLO)—The COMET wants to make sure you can cast your ballot  in the South Carolina Democratic primary Saturday February 29th, without having to worry about finding a way to get there. According to COMET Executive Director and CEO, John Andoh studies reveal that the lack of transportation plays a role for many people who do…

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
Tim Scott,

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…

Local Living 2/28
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Local Living: Weekend concert Post Malone, Battle at Bull Street and more

Crysty Vaughan takes a look at some of the weekend happenings in Local Living
Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– If you are looking for a concert or even a sporting event, Crysty Vaughan has your weekend events in Local Living. Friday Night, Feb. 28 Dancing with the Stars: Live! the – 2020 tour hits the stage at the Township Auditorium at 8pm.  Saturday: Post Malone extends the Runaway Tour with a stop in Columbia on Saturday, February 29…

Fifth Quarter Cafe
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Curtis Wilson talks with Brookland Baptist about plans for teen cafe

Curtis Wilson Live at Brookland Baptist Church
Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)_- ABC Columbia’s Curtis Wilson headed out the Young Adult Christian Learning center, run by Brookland Baptist Church. Curtis is giving us a look at the facility and some of its programs. You can check out the interview here.   Categories: Digital Exclusives and Features Tags: brookland baptist, Curtis Wilson

Clydesdales At St Pats
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Legendary Budweiser Clydesdale horses to appear at St. Pats in Five Points

Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–A few special guests will make an appearance in Five Points for the annual St Pats festival this year. A group of ten legendary Clydesdale horses will deliver the opening ceremony, ahead of the St Pats in Five Points parade. The annual festival attracts nearly 40,000 visitors each year, say organizers. Musical acts will include ‘Band of Horses’…
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Vote 2020: What is a Presidential Primary and who is on the ballot

South Carolina voters head to the polls Saturday for the 'First in the South' Presidential Primary
Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–South Carolina voters head to the polls Saturday for the ‘First in the South’ Presidential Primary. According to the South Carolina Election commission , here are some general questions and answers about Saturday’s Democratic Presidential Primary. Per SC VOTES.ORG Q.  What is a Presidential Preference Primary (PPP)? A.   A PPP, commonly referred to simply as a “Presidential Primary,” is a…
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Today is the deadline for absentee voting

ABC Columbia Staff,

Columbia, SC (WOLO) —  The countdown is on, and if you are not able to make it to the polls Saturday  for the South Carolina Democratic presidential primary, today is your last chance to vote absentee. Here’s how you know if you are eligible. If you meet the following criteria you will be able to vote absentee, but the deadline…