(WOLO) – US Senator Tim Scott is sharing his thoughts on the potential relief bill. He says that though the COVID-19 package is will-intended, it could have “disastrous effects on South Carolina’s small businesses and their employees.” Senator Scott says he has been involved in talks with other congress members about another measure that will bring families, workers, healthcare professionals…
Image: Rochelle Dean Columbia,SC (WOLO)— The City of Columbia is officially under a curfew. Less than a week after declaring a State of Emergency, Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin has implemented a citywide curfew that began tonight, Wednesday March 18th, 2020 at 11PM and will run through 6AM everyday for the next 3 months. Just a few hours before the ordinance…
Image: The COMET /ABC FILE Columbia, SC (WOLO) — There are endless circumstances that have changed, and continue to do so, as the coronavirus global pandemic forces people around the world, and here in the Midlands adjust to a new normal. One of those changes involve how you get from place to place on a daily basis. Beginning Thursday March…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) –One group of people who might be at risk of not getting swift treatment for the coronavirus are the homeless. However, some groups in the Midlands are doing their part to make sure they are safe and get the treatment they need. The staff at both Oliver Gospel Mission and Transitions Homeless Center in Columbia are exercising…
Photo: LPD Lexington, S.C. (WOLO)–Lexington police say they have arrested a suspect in a violent armed robbery. Investigators say Joseph Drafts, 46 of Greenwood was arrested at his home Wednesday. Police say on March 2nd Drafts gave the victim a ride to Kettle Ct. off of W. Main St. Once there, authorities say he began assaulting the victim while also…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Wednesday, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control announced it is investigating 13 additional cases of coronavirus. DHEC says this brings the total number statewide to 60 cases in 14 counties. Per a release from SC DHEC: “We emphasize the importance of practicing disease prevention measures and following recommendations for social distancing to protect our…
Cayce, S.C. (WOLO) — The community continues to take things day by day, as the situation with coronavirus in the Midlands is constantly changing. But one community member is offering to help neighbors who may need assistance getting groceries. “The whole world is just so crazy right now, and I just want to be able to make someone’s day a…
SUMTER, SC (WOLO)– Sumter County Council declared a State of Emergency on Wednesday. According to officials, Sumter County Council held an Emergency Meeting to discuss an Emergency Ordinance regarding the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) and its impact on Sumter County. County Council voted unanimously to approve the ordinance, which officials say authorizes Sumter County Administrator Gary Mixon to take any necessary actions…
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Image: Rochelle Dean Columbia,SC (WOLO)— Just days after declaring a State of Emergency, Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin has implemented a citywide curfew that will go into effect tonight, Wednesday March 18th, 2020 from 11PM until 6AM. Under this declaration, the City of Columbia will restrict travel and all public gatherings during the hours listed above. The only exceptions will be…
