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Betsy DeVos looks to bridge gap between classroom and the workforce

Several local companies signed the President's Pledge for America's Workers in West Columbia Thursday
Tim Scott,

WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — Betsy DeVos told several business and education leaders that one of her goals as the U.S. Secretary of Education is to have several businesses build from within. Devos visited West Columbia Thursday to see how companies look to incorporate younger people into full-time jobs. When walking around the grounds of Nephron Pharmaceuticals, Betsy DeVos says…
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Orangeburg man accused of shooting man trying to break up a July 4th fight

ABC Columbia Staff,

ORANGEBURG, SC (WOLO) — The Orangeburg County Sheriff’s department says they have arrested 46 year old Bobby Anthony II and have charged him with a Fourth of July shooting that send one person to the hospital. Orangeburg County deputies say they learned of the alleged incident when they were called to the regional Medical Center after reports of a shooting…
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2 Dead, 2 injured after building collapses at Pickens County construction site

ABC Columbia Staff,

(photo: Pickens Co Emergency Management) Sunset, SC (WOLO) —- The Pickens County Emergency Management tells ABC Columbia News , Pickens County took a 911 call in reference to a possible structure collapse at residential units located along Water Lake Drive in Sunset, SC. When officials arrived on the scene they report seeing observed a multi-story residence under construction, which had…
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Lexington PD urging drivers to put down cell phones, responding to 100+ collisions per month

Lexington Police are asking drivers to be cautious and pay attention on the roads, as more than 100 collisions are reported each month.
Maria Szatkowski,

Town of Lexington, S.C. (WOLO) — Lexington Police are asking drivers to be cautious and pay attention on the roads, as more than 100 collisions are reported each month. “Last month we had 122 collisions. In recent months we’ve had as many as 170 collisions. So the 12-month average is about 135 collisions,” said Cpl. Cameron Mortenson of the Lexington…
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LCSD looking for break-in suspect seen wearing ski mask

ABC Columbia Staff,

LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO) – A masked burglar has been breaking into cars in Swansea. The Lexington County Sheriff’s Department released the above picture, hoping someone could help identify him. LCSD says the man pictured, along with a friend, is believed to have been involved in several vehicle break-ins & burglaries in the Graceland Ct area. If you know who he…
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Lane Closures, delays on Clemson Road due to Construction

Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– If your commute takes you on Clemson Road, traffic officials are urging you to look for an alternate route. According to Richland County, drivers are encouraged to find alternate routes to avoid daylong lane closures related to construction this week on Clemson Road. Significant traffic delays are anticipated Thursday, July 18 and Friday, July 19 as crews work…
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City of Columbia Misting stations operating during extreme heat

Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– The City of Columbia announced it will operate misting stations in several of the City’s parks to help guests stay cool on days when the heat index reaches 90 degrees or higher. According to city officials, Misting stations will operate from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., For a list of Misting stations click here http://columbiasc.net/headlines/07-03-2019/misting-stations Categories: Local…
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USC Board of Trustees releases agenda for Friday’s meeting

Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– The University of South Carolina Board of Trustees has released the agenda for Friday’s meeting. https://www.sc.edu/about/offices_and_divisions/board_of_trustees/meetings/index.php Agendas The University of South Carolina Board of Trustees will meet at 10 a.m. Friday, July 19, 2019, in the C. Edward Floyd Boardroom at the Pastides Alumni Center,900 Senate Street, Columbia, S.C. The agenda follows: Open Session Call to Order Faculty/Student Comments on…
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Former Columbia police chief in custody

Rob Dew,

(image: Lexington County Detention Center) Lexington, S.C. (WOLO)– Jail records show that former Columbia Police Chief Randall Scott is in custody at the Lexington Co. Detention Center being held for the US Marshals Service. According to a report in the State Newspaper, a federal judge issued a warrant for Scott’s arrest after he failed a drug test. Scott was arrested…