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Governor McMaster removes entire Richland County Election Board

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Governor Henry McMaster has removed every member of the Richland County Board of Voter Registration and elections. McMaster announced the removal Thursday, saying the decision comes as a result of continued misconduct and neglect of duty. This after it was reported that thousands of votes went unaccounted for during the November election. In a relesase, the Governor remarked…

SC Emergency Leaders Receive National Recognition

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–The South Carolina Emergency Management Division has been recognized for maintaining its National Accreditation status. SC EMD received an award from the Emergency Management Accreditation program on Thursday. South Carolina is one of 36 states with a nationally accredited emergency management program and has maintained accredited status since 2008, according to officials. The official plaque was presented to…

South Carolina lawmakers pass ban on tobacco regulations

COLUMBIA S.C. (WOLO)-  Lawmakers at the Statehouse are done with the back and fourth of  regulations surrounding cigarettes and E-cigarettes and want to propose a law that bans any additional regulations. The House has already passed a law that bans minors from entering vape shops and other business that sell electronic cigarettes. Wednesday a proposal  that prevents bans on ingredients,…

Happy Valentine’s Day! Here are some sweet ways to celebrate

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Happy Valentine’s Day from ABC Columbia. This is a day traditionally reserved for Chocolates and Roses, but there are some other sweet treats, too. Our Curtis Wilson takes a look at Valentine’s Day gift ideas from across the Midlands. We head inside a local flower shop for a look at some of the hottest gifts for your…

State Senator calls election board incompetent after intense meeting in Richland

RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)-An explosive back and forth during the Richland County Elections Board meeting Wednesday night. “Nobody trust the Richland County elective process,State Senator Dick Harpootlian said. “I don’t trust it. I came over here to find out who is apart of the solution and who is apart of the problem.” The meeting initially called to discuss how thousands…