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SCGOP releases statement on Biden’s nomination of Harris

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–The South Carolina Republican Party put out a statement on Sen. Kamala harris’ nomination as Joe Biden’s running mate. Chairman Drew McKissick writes, “Kamala Harris is a radical, pro-abortion democrat who wants to confiscate guns, pass medicare-for-all, let illegal immigrants in our country by the thousands, and pass AOC’s Green New Deal. She claims to be an advocate…

SC DOT set to temporarily close ramp at 1-26 West Exit 107A

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– If you are headed on 1-26 towards Augusta, there is a traffic alert you need to know about from the South Carolina Department of Transportation. SCDOT says it will temporarily close the ramp on I-26 West at Exit 107A, which provides access to I-20 West towards Augusta.  This closure, along with a signed detour, is will take…

Clear the Shelter event waives adoption fee at Columbia Animal Shelter

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Are you looking for a furry friend? As part of the Clear The Shelters event, Columbia Animal Services says they will be waiving all adoption fees on August 14, 2020 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. There are some things you need to know, due to COVID-19 restrictions. Columbia Animal Services says they have maximum capacity of…

Lexington Medical Center to offer free testing 5 days a week

West Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–Lexington Medical Center is now offering free drive-through COVID 19 testing five days a week. The screenings take place Monday through Friday from 8am until 1pm at 139 Summerplace Dr. in West Columbia. You do not need to have an appointment or any symptoms to be tested. Officials say results should be ready in around seven days….

DHEC: “Fight the Spread” campaign, wear a mask

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– DHEC officials have a message for South Carolinians, encouraging everyone to ‘Fight the Spread.’ According to state health officials, evidence is increasing about the high rates of infection in people who do not have symptoms and don’t know they are infectious. This places everyone at risk of getting the virus or unknowingly transmitting it to someone else,…

Sumter Police search for man missing for two weeks

Officials say the missing man was last seen July 28, 2020

Image: Sumter Police Department Sumter, SC (WOLO) — The Sumter Police are asking for you help locating a man who has been missing for 2 weeks. Officials say 30 year old Lorenzo Jones of Stratton Court has not been seen since July 28, 2020. Family members say Jones does not have any known medical conditions, but say for him to…