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S.C. State University celebrates 125 years

The university was founded in 1896 as one of the first HBCU's in the state
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Orangeburg,SC (WOLO) — A major milestone this week for one South Carolina University. South Carolina State University is celebrating 125 years of education. The University plans to host a commemoration ceremony and campaign tomorrow afternoon. The event will take place at 1:25pm inside of the Fune Arts Building on S.C. State University’s campus. S.C. State was founded back in 1896 as…
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Man accused of using kayak in larceny

Rob Dew,

Source: LCSD Lexington Co., S.C. (WOLO)– Lexington Co. deputies say a man used a kayak to steal thousands in electronics on Lake Murray. Investigators say this past Saturday, Eric Nickels paddled his kayak up to a boat docked at Able Harmon Ln. and took $5,000 in electronics and boating equipment. Deputies say he loaded it all onto a second kayak…
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Second teen charged in death of Midlands teacher

Rob Dew,

Source: OCSD Orangeburg, S.C. (WOLO)– A second person is in custody accused in the murder of a popular Midlands teacher. Deputies in Orangeburg County say 18 year old Calik Guinyard of Pelion was extradited back from Florida to Orangeburg Tuesday. Investigators say he is charged with murder in the 2020 death of Karl Williams. Aloysius Green, also 18, was also…

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Columbia Police searching for “armed and dangerous” murder suspect

Police say murder arrest warrants have been filed for 31-year-old Sherrod Joyner
Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Columbia Police say they are searching for a suspect considered armed and dangerous. Police say murder arrest warrants have been filed for 31-year-old Sherrod Joyner. According to police, Joyner is wanted in connection with a deadly apartment shooting earlier this month. Joyner faces charges of murder and domestic violence. Columbia Police say around Midnight on August 11,…

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Governor McMaster holds Accelerate SC meeting to discuss American Rescue Plan

South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster and Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette held a meeting with members of Accelerate SC Tuesday
Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster and Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette held a meeting with members of Accelerate SC Tuesday. The group was formed last year to manage the state’s response to COVID-19. Tuesday afternoon the group issued its final report and recommendations for how the state should invest the more than eight billion dollars coming to South Carolina…
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CAE to offer COVID-19 testing

Rob Dew,

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)– Starting Monday August 30th, Columbia Metropolitan Airport will offer COVID-19 testing in its cell phone parking lot. The tests will be available on a first come first serve basis from 9am until 6pm. Results will take approximately 24 hours. Officials say the tests are open to the public and not just travelers using the airport. Categories: Lexington,…
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SCDMV changes policies due to spike in COVID cases

Rob Dew,

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)– The spike in cases of covid-19 is impacting how the d-m-v does business. According to the agency, starting Wednesday August 25th, masks will be required for all road and skill tests. Then as of this coming Monday August 30th, skills test for a regular drivers license will be available by appointment only. For more information go scdmvonline.com…
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City of Columbia urging residents to get Free COVID-19 Vaccination

City officials are hosting free Coronavirus vaccine clinics
Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– The City of Columbia wants to get shots in arms. City officials are hosting free Coronavirus vaccine clinics. You can get your free shot Wednesday, August 25, 2021, Woodland Park, 6500 Olde Knight Parkway. The clinic will be open from 1pm-5pm. Officials say DHEC will distribute all three vaccinations, Moderna, Pfizer and Johnson & Johnson To stay…
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ACLU sues over South Carolina ban on school mask mandates

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(AP) – The American Civil Liberties Union has filed a federal lawsuit over a South Carolina law that bans school districts from imposing mask mandates. The lawsuit argues the ban effectively excludes vulnerable students from public schools and disproportionately impacts students with underlying health conditions or disabilities, who are at risk of becoming seriously ill if they contract COVID-19. South…
Lexington, Local News

Rabid Dog discovered in Lexington County according to DHEC

DHEC says a dog found near Old Charleston Road and Crout Pond Way in Gilbert has tested positive for rabies
Crysty Vaughan,

LEXINGTON, CO SC (WOLO)– DHEC says a dog found near Old Charleston Road and Crout Pond Way in Gilbert has tested positive for rabies. According to State Health officials, no people or pets are known to have been exposed at this time. DHEC says the dog was submitted to the laboratory for testing on August 21 and was confirmed to…