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911 Centers get more than $2 million dollars to upgrade current state system

Columbia, SC (WOLO) —9-1-1 call centers in the state may soon have much needed improvement headed their way. The U.S Department of Commerce and the U.S. Transportation Department announced South Carolina has received a more than $2.3 million dollar grant to upgrade 9-1-1 call centers throughout the state. A spokesperson for the Departments says the funds will allow for new…

Beer brewing company offers to pay one year of rent for fans

(CNN) Keystone Light is offering to pay your rent for one year. The Molson Coors product is kicking off a new marketing campaign to give a years rent to 13 Keystone light fans. The company says it’s trying to win over young drinkers who likely need financial security. Sweepstakes winners will get the free rent in the form of a…

Cases of the measles nationwide continues growing

Columbia, SC (WOLO) —The measles outbreak in the United States is showing no signs of letting up. As of Friday, The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said the number of cases has now reached 1,182. While we had been seeing an increase in cases being reported this year, that latest number is still  an increase with an average…

South Carolina ranked third worst state to have a baby

Columbia, SC (WOLO) — South Carolina is not making the grade when it comes to expanding your family. According to a study published by http://www.wallethub.com/‎ , South Carolina is the third worst state to have a baby. The study was based on numbers like, low birth weights, Obgyn’s per capita, and infant mortality rates. Only Mississippi and Alabama scored lower….