Lexington PD helping residents beat the heat through “Operation Cool Down”
If you’re looking for another way to help you cool off, “Operation Cool Down” in the Town of Lexington is in full swing.
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FDA advisers back Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine for older kids
By Mike Stobbe (AP)
The Food and Drug Administration’s outside experts voted unanimously that Moderna’s vaccine is safe and effective enough to give kids ages 6 to 17. If the FDA agrees, it would become the second option for those children, joining Pfizer’s vaccine.
DHEC: 10,035 new COVID-19 cases, five additional virus related deaths in SC last week
DHEC reports 10,035 new COVID-19 cases and five additional virus related deaths in the state’s latest weekly update.
Lexington PD offering free child car seat checks
Today and tomorrow, the Lexington Police Department says its Child Passenger Seat Technicians will offer free child car seat safety checks at Menchie’s on Sunset Boulevard.
Crowded education superintendent race highlights SC ballot
By Jeffrey Collins (AP)
Six Republicans and three Democrats are seeking their parties’ nominations for South Carolina’s open state education superintendent seat — one of the most contentious and attention-grabbing races in Tuesday’s primaries.
Governor McMaster casts his ballot in 2022 state primaries
The primary will determine whether Republican Governor Henry McMaster gets to run for a second full term and possibly become the longest-serving governor in the state’s history.
Flooding temporarily shuts down Yellowstone National Park
Unprecedented rainfall has resulted in record-setting flood levels. Other hazards, including rockslides and mud-slides, are also making it unsafe for travel.
Federal Reserve expected to increase interest rates this week
Americans are facing a triple threat to their finances, as U.S. stocks have dipped into a bear market. The Federal Reserve is expected to increase interest rates Wednesday, and, some economists say a recession is likely.
3 Democratic women run to take on US Sen Scott in S Carolina
By Jeffrey Collins (AP)
Three women are competing for the Democratic nomination to take on U.S. Sen. Tim Scott, who said this will be his last term if he is reelected. Scott has no Republican opposition and has raised $44 million for his pursuit of a second full six-year term.
Voters head to the polls for SC Primary
Election Day
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) — It is Election day in South Carolina. Voters are heading to the polls for the state Primary. Polls are open from 7am- 7pm. You can find your polling location and more by visiting scvotes.sc.gov. Count on ABC COLUMBIA News for coverage. Click here for more information on the candidates https://www.abccolumbia.com/2022/06/10/2022-state-primary-election-takes-place-june-14/ Categories: Local News, Politics Tags: ElectionDay,…
