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SC Governor announces $25 Million investment in Workforce Scholarships

COLUMBIA SC (WOLO)– Governor Henry McMaster today announced an additional $25 million investment into ‘Workforce Scholarships for the Future’. It is a program which covers tuition and fees for students at the state’s 16 technical colleges. According to the Governor, it is  for any adult or recent high school graduate to pursue an industry credential or associate degree in high-demand…

Manufacturer set to bring jobs, operations to Orangeburg County

Kuntai establishing operations in Orangeburg County

COLUMBIA,  SC (WOLO)– The Governor’office announced Tuesday that an automotive parts manufacturer will invest 1.5 Million dollars in Orangeburg County for new operations. Kuntai (North Charleston) Limited Corporation (Kuntai), operations are expected to get underway by October of this year. The investment is expected to create 41 new jobs. According to officials, Kuntai specializes in car floor mats and is a…

RCSD arrests suspects in connection with arson

The early morning fire, Sunday, on Sands Street took the life of one person

RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)–  The Richland County Sheriff’s Department has charged two people with arson. According to officials, Jennifer Clifton (DOB: 8/11/84) and Leroy Chambers (12/8/63) are each charged with 1st degree arson in connection with a fire. Both have been booked into the Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center. The early morning fire, Sunday, on Sands Street took the life…

SC Gas prices down again this week at the pump

Gas Buddy says drivers in Columbia are paying an average of $3.64 a gallon

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–There is some good news for your wallet. Gas prices in the Midlands have fallen another 18 cents in the past week. Gas Buddy says drivers in Columbia are paying an average of $3.64 a gallon. We’ve seen the National average price of gas also decline for the 6th straight week , now at $4.35 a gallon. Categories:…