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Should the age to buy tobacco and nicotine products be raised to 21?

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – Should South Carolina raise the age limit to buy tobacco and nicotine products? Richland County Representative Todd Rutherford introduced a constitutional referendum last week raising the age to 21. The measure is being reviewed by the House Judiciary Committee. E-cigarettes and vaping material would be covered under the amendment, if it passes the general assembly and…

MADD rally pushes for stricter penalties for first time DUI offenders

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) – Mother’s Against Drunk Driving rallied on the steps of the Sstate House Tuesday (2/12). Governor Henry McMaster was on hand for the ‘MADD’ event. the governor addressed a number of issues including the push for tougher measures. those include the installation of ignition interlock devices for first time DUI offenders with levels of blood alcohol above…

Former Governor, former Ambassador Haley to Chair Original Six Foundation in SC

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)— A South Carolina organization has announced that former South Carolina Governor and Ambassador to the Uited Nations, Nikki Haley, will serve as chair. The Original Six Foundation says Haley will return to serve as chair for the organization. It is a role Haley is familiar with, in 2011, as Governor, Haley founded the group. The Original Six…

Live: MADD rally at State House

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Live look at the South Carolina State House Tuesday afternoon as the MADD rally takes place. Mothers Against Drunk Driving  is hosting the event in front of the State House. Governor Henry McMmaster is set to speak at the rally. Categories: Local News, State Tags: MADD