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Harvest Hope Food Bank changes procedure because of coronavirus

Harvest Hope Food Bank on Shop Road is one group that is changing how they operate during this uncertain time.
Maria Szatkowski,

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) — Organizations across the nation are making changes to try and prevent the spread of COVID-19, including groups in the Midlands. Harvest Hope Food Bank on Shop Road is one group that is changing how they operate during this uncertain time. As of Tuesday, March 17, they will be moving their emergency food pantry services outdoors. This…
Kershaw, Local News, News, Richland

General Sessions Court cancelled in Richland Co.

Rob Dew,

  (ABC Columbia/FILE) Wisconsin jury awards $450K in Sandy Hook defamation case. Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)– According to 5th Circuit Solicitor per directive of Chief Justice Beatty, effective immediately, Richland County General Sessions Court has postponed all jury trials, Transfer Courts, and first and second Appearances until further notice. A spokesperson for the solicitor’s office says the cancellations are in…
Kershaw, Lexington, Local News, News, State

DHEC announces 5 new coronavirus cases in SC

Rob Dew,

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–  DHEC announced Monday it is investigating five additional cases of coronavirus bringing the total number in the state to 33. A spokesperson for the agency says four of the new cases are in Kershaw Co. Three of those cases, according to DHEC, are middle-aged individuals who are known contacts to a previously reported case and are currently…

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Prisma Health offering limited drive-through COVID-19 testing

Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA,  SC  (WOLO)– Prisma Health officials announced Monday they are now offering limited drive-through testing for Coronavirus. The Columbia site is outside Prisma Health Richland Hospital. According to officials, testing is only for patients with electronic orders from their Prisma Health provider or from a Prisma Health Virtual Visit provider. Paper orders from physicians will not be accepted, say hospital…
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City of Columbia modifies services due to Coronavirus concerns

Access to Public buildings restricted, some services online only
Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA SC ( WOLO)– The City of Columbia announced it will modify services, until further notice, to minimize the spread COVID-19 in the community. According to City officials, a number of measures will be enacted beginning March 17, 2020. Per a release,  The City of Columbia has modified the following : Non-essential city employees will report on staggered schedules or…

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AMC Theaters to limit attendance to 50 people

AMC Theaters, the largest movie chain in North America, will limit attendance at all screenings to 50 people to adhere to the CDC's latest social distancing guidelines
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Jake Coyle, AP Film Writer NEW YORK (AP) – AMC Theaters, the largest movie chain in North America, will limit attendance at all screenings to 50 people to adhere to the CDC’s latest social distancing guidelines. Cinemas in New York City and Los Angeles on Sunday were order closed by the city’s respective mayors. Many art house theaters nationwide have…
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Prsima Health expands visitor restrictions in wake of COVID-19

Alexis Frazier,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) – Prisma Health is adding additional visitor restrictions as a precaution to safeguard patients and team members against potential COVID-19 exposure. The change will roll out Monday, March 16, at all Prisma Health hospital and long term care facilities, including: · Prisma Health Baptist Easley Hospital, Easley · Prisma Health Baptist Hospital, Columbia · Prisma Health Baptist…
Health, Lexington, Local News, News, State

Lexington Two to continue lessons through eLearning Program after school closure announcement

Alexis Frazier,

WEST COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-Lexington Two will continue lessons with eLEARNING program after Gov. McMaster announced the closure of all public schools. The program allows students to continue lessons remotely. This program was previously used in the district for a weather makeup day last fall. Families will receive more specifics shortly through their schools. Lexington Two also will provide meals to…
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All Richland County Library locations closing until further notice

Alexis Frazier,

COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)-Richland Library has announced that all locations will close, starting Monday, March 16, in the interest of public safety. Library officials say they are continuing to extend loan periods on materials, so customers do not incur lost fees until we return to full operation. Customers also have access to the following entertainment and educational opportunities: eBooks and eAudiobooks with…