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Your Voice, Your Vote: Sen. Mike Fanning faces challenger Everett Stubbs in District 17

CHESTER, SC (WOLO) — According to the latest census data, each South Carolina state senator represents around 110,000 residents. On Election Day, all 46 state senate seats will be up for grabs. Many incumbents face close races, including here in several Midlands districts. One of those is Senate District 17, represented by Democrat Mike Fanning. Fanning won by 1,600 votes…

Newberry deputies arrest woman reportedly seen chasing a man while shooting at him

Newberry Co., SC (WOLO) — The Newbery County Sheriff’s Office spent several hours searching for a woman they say was involved in a shooting that took place Tuesday evening. After searching the immediate area, deputies say they received a tip from a witness and were able to locate the the suspect identified as Marshanna Anderson. Deputies say they located her…

SCANG to conduct night flying exercises

Hopkins, SC (WOLO)– Officials with the SC Air National Guard say to not be alarmed if you see military aircraft in the skies over the Midlands this week. According to a news relaese the 169th Fighter Wing will conduct night flying exercises over the next few days. The SC Air National Guard has trained and drilled in the Midlands since…