Hundreds mourn St. Louis police officer shot in line of duty
Hundreds of mourners have gathered to lay to rest a Missouri police officer who was fatally shot in the line of duty.
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Man accused of a drive-by shooting at a house in Helena arrested
Newberry County deputies say a man accused of a drive-by shooting at a house in Helena last week has been arrested.
Health experts worry Labor Day travel could drive COVID-19 cases up
Medical experts hope Labor Day celebrations won't mean more coronavirus cases
TSA is reporting record air travel for the pandemic era as Americans soak up what’s left of summer on this Labor day holiday. As holiday travelers gathered in large crowds on beaches and at parties, health experts worry this weekend could result in another coronavirus surge. Whitney Wild reports. Categories: Health, National News Tags: Coronavirus, Labor day
SCEA head: Current COVID-19 numbers in S.C. schools making some teachers anxious
DHEC said, as of Monday, there were 158 cases among teachers and students
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — As several school districts get ready to start the new year Tuesday, some teachers are growing more concerned about the presence of COVID-19 in the classroom. However, on top of all the other factors that go into preparing for a new year, South Carolina Education Association President Sherry East says more teachers are worrying about one…
Toddler born with deformity finds ‘puppy love’ in perfect match
They are both young and dealing with looking a little different, now they have eachother
(CNN) — A Michigan boy with a birth defect finds his perfect match. The 2-year-old bonded instantly with his new dog after learning they both have cleft palates. Rachel Sweet has the heartwarming story of true puppy love. Categories: Digital Exclusives and Features, National News
RCDP holds Labor Day food drive, voter registration event
On Labor Day, the Richland County Democratic Party (RCDP) held a Drive-Thru Democracy Food Drive. It was a chance for people to give back to their community, and register to vote.
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) — On Labor Day, the Richland County Democratic Party (RCDP) held a Drive-Thru Democracy Food Drive. It was a chance for people to give back to their community, and register to vote. “Things are very, very hard for a lot of people right now and I just do whatever I can,” said Martha Thomas, who donated nonperishables…
Fire destroys Low Country church
Courtesy:WCIV Huger, S.C. (WCIV)–State police are investigating a fire overnight Monday that destroyed a church in the Huger area of Berkeley County. The New Hope United Methodist Church on Cainhoy Road was reduced largely to smoldering rubble by the time the sun rose Monday. Some of the church’s facade and brick understory remained standing, but the roof and walls had…
Troopers on the roads this Labor Day urge driver safety
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– If you are headed back home from vacation for the Labor Day holiday, travelers are not the only ones on the road in South Carolina. Local Law Enforcement are ramping up efforts to keep you safe. The South Carolina Highway Patrol is reminding everyone to buckle up this holiday. Troopers say there will be a strong emphasis…
DHEC: 590 new confirmed Coronavirus cases, 19 additional deaths in SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, on Monday, reported 590 new confirmed cases of Coronavirus COVID-19 and 19 additional confirmed deaths. According to DHEC records, one of those deaths was a Pediatric death, 17 years of age or younger. SCDHEC/TwitterDHEC says this brings the total number of confirmed cases to 123,552, and confirmed deaths…
DHEC: Testing for COVID-19 is essential, Mobile Test Sites across SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–State Health officials say testing for COVID-19 is essential. LEX MED DHEC COVID drive thru testing DHEC reports that testing for COVID-19 is essential because it helps identify people who are infected with the virus, whether or not they have symptoms, so they can isolate themselves and keep those around them from becoming infected, especially at-risk individuals who…
