COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–South Carolina Democrats have some big names headed to the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia. The State Democratic parys announced the South Carolinians will be featured speakers at the convention. They include, Congressman James Clyburn, Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin, Former State Lawmakers Bakari Sellers and Current SC Democratic Party Chair Jaime Harrison. Categories: Local News, News, Politics Tags:…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– At a time when the state, country and the world are dealing with violence and turmoil, one local group is lifting their hands in prayer. Dozens gathered at the West Columbia Riverwalk for the “Down to the River” event. Sponsored by the Lexington Interfaith Services, the event gathered folks to pray and turn to GOD for help….
WASHINGTON (AP) — Hillary Clinton says she’s picked Virginia Sen. Tim Kaine to join her on the Democratic ticket as their party’s nominee for vice president. She revealed her choice this evening in a text message to supporters. Kaine is expected to join Clinton at a rally in Florida tomorrow. He’s the former governor of the battleground state of Virginia…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) – Attorneys for rural school districts say legislators’ court-ordered plan for fixing South Carolina’s education system isn’t a plan at all, but an accounting of legislative meetings and list of budget items that don’t address the problems. The response filed Thursday accuses legislators of violating state Supreme Court orders and seeks a new deadline. Justices gave legislators…
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (WOLO) – The Orangeburg County Sheriff’s Office is seeking an individual after an incident that occurred last week at the law enforcement complex. Sheriff Leroy Ravenell said that on July 12 a motorist committed a drive-by act of kindness believed to have been directed at the entire sheriff’s office. Ravenell explains that at some point during the day,…
Lexington County is launching a new 911 dispatch system on August 1.
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – Every year it’s estimated that 35 million Americans move, and summer is peak moving season. If you’re hiring movers to help get the job done, be smart about who you choose. As you’re screening potential moving companies, always ask them for their ORS number. They’re given out by the South Carolina Office of Regulatory Staff. Legitimate…
Talking to your kids about recent violence
File COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) – South Carolina’s unemployment rate has fallen to a 15-year low. The Department of Employment and Workforce said Friday that the state’s jobless rate was 5.4 percent in June. That’s down from 5.6 percent in May and is the lowest level since July 2001. In the past year, the state’s labor force has grown by more…
(WOLO)– Whether it’s lost baggage or the dreaded delay, airline passengers now have a place to air their complaints or share those experiences. It’s part of a new service by Trip Advisor giving disgruntled passengers the ability to talk about their experiences. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Airlines
