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Visitation held for Councilman “Chip” Jackson

A community says goodbye to a councilman who dedicated his life to serving others

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)– Family, friends, and members of the community said goodbye to County Councilman Calvin “Chip” Jackson Wednesday afternoon. A visitation ceremony was held at Bible Way Church of Atlas Road.Chip Jackson represented District 9 on the County Council a position he held since 2016. Councilman Jackson is survived by his wife Patricia, his mother, a brother,  two children,…

SCGOP releases statement on Biden’s nomination of Harris

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–The South Carolina Republican Party put out a statement on Sen. Kamala harris’ nomination as Joe Biden’s running mate. Chairman Drew McKissick writes, “Kamala Harris is a radical, pro-abortion democrat who wants to confiscate guns, pass medicare-for-all, let illegal immigrants in our country by the thousands, and pass AOC’s Green New Deal. She claims to be an advocate…

SC DOT set to temporarily close ramp at 1-26 West Exit 107A

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– If you are headed on 1-26 towards Augusta, there is a traffic alert you need to know about from the South Carolina Department of Transportation. SCDOT says it will temporarily close the ramp on I-26 West at Exit 107A, which provides access to I-20 West towards Augusta.  This closure, along with a signed detour, is will take…

Clear the Shelter event waives adoption fee at Columbia Animal Shelter

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Are you looking for a furry friend? As part of the Clear The Shelters event, Columbia Animal Services says they will be waiving all adoption fees on August 14, 2020 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. There are some things you need to know, due to COVID-19 restrictions. Columbia Animal Services says they have maximum capacity of…

Lexington Medical Center to offer free testing 5 days a week

West Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–Lexington Medical Center is now offering free drive-through COVID 19 testing five days a week. The screenings take place Monday through Friday from 8am until 1pm at 139 Summerplace Dr. in West Columbia. You do not need to have an appointment or any symptoms to be tested. Officials say results should be ready in around seven days….

DHEC: “Fight the Spread” campaign, wear a mask

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– DHEC officials have a message for South Carolinians, encouraging everyone to ‘Fight the Spread.’ According to state health officials, evidence is increasing about the high rates of infection in people who do not have symptoms and don’t know they are infectious. This places everyone at risk of getting the virus or unknowingly transmitting it to someone else,…