Democrats will roll into South Carolina Monday, October 17th as part of the “Forward Together” nationwide bus tour with stops at events in Columbia and Orangeburg. The “Forward Together” tour is the driving force behind Democrats closing argument to voters in the final days of the 2016 election. Democratic officials, community leaders, celebrities, activists, and hard-working Americans will travel on two…
ABC News– The Richland County Voter Registration & Elections office satellite absentee precincts will open, Monday, October 17, 2017 for absentee voting for the November 8, 2016 General Election. Absentee voting is available Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm. The satellite precinct locations are listed below: Garners Ferry Road Adult Activity Center 8620 Garners Ferry Road Hopkins, SC 29061…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Getting help to the people who need it, that’s the focus of the ONE SC Fund set up in South Carolina. Monday, Governor Nikki Haley, South Carolina Electric & Gas Company and leaders from the Central Carolina Community Foundation will discuss the importance of the One SC Fund’s ongoing relief efforts during a press conference at 2:00…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO )– Hit the Midway at the South Carolina State Fair through Sunday for rides and games. You can also catch some free entertainment with the Roving acts. ABC Columbia News is broadcasting LI’ve each week night at the Fair from our tent near the Ellison Building. Our Dave Aiken caught up with a roving act of musicians….
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– The State Emergency Response Team has lowered its emergency status from Operation Three to OPCON Four. However, Emergency officials continue to monitor and provide aid and relief as the state recovers from Hurricane Mathew. State officials say flooding in some counties remain a major concern. Officials are closely monitoring the Waccamaw, Little Pee Dee and Lumber rivers. Forecasters…
NEW YORK (AP) _ Amazon.com is adding 120,000 seasonal workers in an effort to meet an expected spike in demand during the holidays. The seasonal positions will be created at fulfillment centers, sorting centers and customer service sites in 27 states. The move marks a 20 percent boost from the 100,000 seasonal hires a year ago. The e-commerce giant saw…
ABC NEWS– In a new study, researchers take a look at the use of smartphones by both parents and kids. What are the impacts? Here’s ABC’S Dr. Timothy Johnson. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Smartphone
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO )–Individual aid is now available to residents in Marion and Orangeburg counties affected by Hurricane Matthew. According to Officials, residents are eligible for the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Individual Assistance program. SC EMD says survivors who sustained losses in these two designated counties can apply for federal assistance by registering online at DisasterAssistance.gov or by calling 800-621-3362. Assistance can include money for temporary…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–Looking to give aid to the Hurricane Mathew Victims and Flood victims? Here’s how you can help. The One SC Fund helps South Carolinians recover from natural disasters, it’s first project was to aid Flood Victims in the Historic Floods last October. According to officials, One SC has distributed $2,000,000 in grants to nonprofit organizations supporting flood recovery…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Ready to sample tasty treats? Restaurant Week is underway in Columbia through next Sunday. The ten day celebration of South Carolina cuisine features hundreds of restaurants. It is time to get your grub on! Restaurant Week Columbia is here! Visit restaurantweekcolumbia.com for participating restaurants, special menus, make reservations and get directions. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Restaurant Week
