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Proposed bills could alter voter participation in future presidential primaries

Some bills would require voters to register with a particular party if they want to vote
Tim Scott,

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) –South Carolina lawmakers are coming forward with legislation that aims to restrict voters registered with other parties from taking part in the opposite party’s presidential primary election. With the South Carolina Democratic Presidential Primary just days away, some Republican voters plan on crossing party lines and vote in the Democratic primary Saturday. “This is the first time…

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Local Living: Post Malone hits the stage, plus, Fanfest at Segra Park

Crysty Vaughan takes a look at some of the concerts and events in Local Living
Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–Legendary artist Diana Ross will hit the stage tonight in Columbia. Ross is set to appear at the Township Auditorium at 7:30pm. She’s considered one of the most successful recording artists and entertainers of all time. tickets are still on sale. For ticket information click here  https://www1.ticketmaster.com/event/2D00576FC6D5A1A4   Post Malone extends the Runaway Tour with a stop in Columbia on Saturday,…

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John Legend joins Elizabeth Warren at rally in Orangeburg

On Wednesday, Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Elizabeth Warren held a 'Get Out The Vote' rally at South Carolina State University.
Maria Szatkowski,

Orangeburg, S.C. (WOLO) — On Wednesday, Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Elizabeth Warren held a ‘Get Out The Vote’ rally at South Carolina State University. She was joined by special guest, musician John Legend. “I hope you will join me, I hope you will vote to make Elizabeth Warren the next president of the United States,” said Legend. Warren and Legend…
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Public Meeting for lane changes on Millwood Avenue set for tonight

SC DOT and City of Columbia to host community meeting to share plans for a lane reconfiguration of Millwood Ave
Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Do you travel on Millwood Avenue ? The SC Dot and the City of Columbia want to hear from you. Wednesday, The South Carolina Department of Transportation and the City of Columbia will host a community meeting to share plans for a lane reconfiguration of Millwood Avenue from Gervais Street to Devine Street. The meeting is 5:30 p.m….
Local News, Politics

SC Debate wrap up ahead of South Carolina’s ‘First in the South’ Presidential Primary

Crysty Vaughan,

Charleston, SC (WOLO)  — South Carolina voters will head to the polls Saturday for the ‘First in the South’ Presidential Primary. Ahead of the big day, the candidates hit the stage in Charleston for a debate. Our Alexis Frazier has a wrap up. The gloves were off at the SC Democratic debate. Democratic front runner Bernie Sanders took most of…
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Democratic presidential candidates converge in SC for final debate before primary

Alexis Frazier,

Charleston, SC (WOLO)  — South Carolina voters will head to the polls Saturday for the ‘First in the South’ Primary. Ahead of the big day, the candidates hit the stage in Charleston for a debate. Our Alexis Frazier has a wrap up. The gloves were off at the SC Democratic debate. Democratic front runner Bernie Sanders took most of the…
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Stocks take big hit as fears grow over potential coronavirus pandemic

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(CNN) – Stocks took another hit on Wall Street as the World Health Organization says it’s preparing for a potential coronavirus pandemic. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says it’s not a question of if we have an outbreak in the US, but when. Tuesday the Dow fell nearly 880 points. That’s on top of the more than one…