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Mask wearing now optional in Lexington Richland District Five

Dozens came to Monday nights meeting to speak for and against continued mask wearing

Lexington,SC (WOLO) — Emotions rang high in and outside of the Lexington Richland meeting Monday night. Dozens of parents, teachers and students stood up for and against having to wear a mask option in school. Despite protests and various opinions on the mandate, the board ultimately voted in favor of allowing facial coverings to be optional, but strongly encourage their…

UofSC President apologizes for commencement speech oversight

President Caslen: ' I am truly sorry...I take full responsibility for this oversight.'

Columbia, SC (WOLO) — During graduation ceremonies over the past weekend, University of South Carolina President Bob Caslen spoke to students, staff and parents. Monday however, he started to get flack from some who noticed a few errors in his address Friday. President Caslen has publicly acknowledged the mishaps and issued an apology. According to U of SC, during his…