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Women to March on Inauguration Day

President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration, happening tomorrow, is creating some uncertainty and anxiety for one state official.  Portland Oregon’s mayor, Ted Wheeler, says violence and vandalism will not be tolerated from anti-Trump rioters. This warning stems back from November when a peaceful post election protest turned violent. The mayor and chief of police say they believe in the right to a…

City of Columbia to Host Water Utility Drop-in

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– The City of Columbia wants to help you get questions answered about your water utility bill. City officials say they want to hold the series of water billing drop ins to give customers a chance to ask questions, meet face to faced with representatives and learn about the water billing process. When: January 19, 2017 from 6:00…

SC Road Funding Bill Introduced

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) – South Carolina’s House leaders say their latest road-funding plan would eventually add more than $600 million yearly into roadwork. The proposal introduced Wednesday would raise the gas tax by 10 cents, to 26 cents per gallon, over five years. It would also increase the sales tax cap on vehicles, impose fees on hybrid and electric vehicles,…

Fire at Coronet Motel

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Columbia Firefighters responded to an early morning fire Wednesday at a downtown motel. Investigators say the fire at the Coronet Motel broke out around two am. Fire officials say the fire started in a room that no one was staying in. No injuries were reported. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Columbia Fire

Expert Explains What Haley’s Role Would be as U.N. Ambassador

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- Governor Haley sat before Congress as they decide whether she is the right woman for the job. Director of USC’s Walker Institute of International and Area Studies Bob Cox said the position she is up for is no small role. “The U.N. Ambassador’s job is to represent the United States at the major international organization that includes…