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Local party leaders react to SCOTUS ruling on state’s witness signature requirement

Republicans consider the ruling a victory, while Democrats say it only disenfranchises voters

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — If you’re planning on voting through the mail, you now need a witness sign off on your ballot. The Supreme Court decided Monday night that South Carolina would reinstate a witness signature requirement that has been on the books for decades. Since 1953, South Carolina voters have had to have someone sign off on their ballot…

Richland County opening satellite polling places for absentee early voting

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…