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Governor Orders Coastal Evacuations Wednesday

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO )– Governor Nikki Haley has ordered Coastal evacuations, starting Wednesday for all coastal communities ahead of Hurricane Mathew. Governor Haley says the expected evacuation time is set for 3pm, but that will be reevaluated Wednesday morning.  Haley says evacuations are starting tomorrow to ensure safety. Lane Reversals will be activated along 1-26 Wednesday  at 3pm according to officials….

Flood Memorial Plaque Dedication

ABC News— On the one-year anniversary of the devastating October 2015 flood, a dedication ceremony will be held for a memorial plaque that recognizes flood victims. Richland County Council members will remember the flood victims whose names are on the plaque, as well as recognize first responders and volunteers and the resiliency of residents to move forward from tragedy. The ceremony is taking…

Annual Ceremony Recognizes Domestic Violence Victims

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) – South Carolina’s top prosecutor is hosting a somber ceremony to honor those killed by domestic violence in the state. Attorney General Alan Wilson is holding the 19th annual Silent Witness Domestic Violence ceremony on Tuesday on the Statehouse steps. Relatives, friends and advocates will hold up life-sized silhouettes representing last year’s known victims. One silhouette will…