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DHEC: 539 new cases of COVID-19, 11 deaths reported

The total number of cases in SC is more than 157 thousand, along with more than 3 thousand deaths

Columbia, SC (WOLO) — Monday October 19, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) released the latest numbers of confirmed coronavirus cases in the state of South Carolina. According to health officials from the most recent numbers released there are 539 new cases of COVID-19. 11 more South Carolians have died from the virus. This brings the…

Columbia, Richland County leaders promise swift action against voter intimidation, harassment

Columbia Police Department, Richland Co. Sheriff's Department say officers will be on hand to address any concerns on Election Day

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — As thousands of voters line up to make their voices heard leading to the general election November 3, agencies in both Columbia and Richland County promised voters they will do their part to make sure everyone’s vote is protected from intimidation. Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott said at a press conference Monday afternoon there are no…