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SC Pension System Proposal

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) – Legislators are advancing a proposal aimed at shoring up South Carolina’s pension system for current employees. But they warn additional fixes are coming that may drastically alter benefits offered to future employees. A House panel advanced a bill Tuesday that increases employers’ contribution rates by 7 percentage points over the next six years, requiring them to…

Construction Underway to Repair Rockyford Lake Dam

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-After 16 months of living in the aftermath of the October flood some Richland County homeowners are taxing themselves to have their private dam fixed. It’s been a long time coming but the wait is finally over for residents who live by the Rockyford Lake Dam, which is one of the many destroyed during the historic October 2015 flood….

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham Reacts to Flynn Resignation

WASHINGTON, (CNN)– US Senator Lindsey Graham is reacting to the resignation of Michael Flynn. Flynn resigned Monday night following reports he had misled officials about his contact with Russian officials. Monday afternoon Graham reacted. Here’s what he had to say on CNN.   Categories: National News, News, Politics Tags: Lindsey Graham

Michael Slager’s Attorneys Seek Dismissal of Federal Charges

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) – Lawyers for a white former South Carolina police officer charged with killing an unarmed black man running away from a traffic stop are seeking dismissal of his federal charges. The request filed Monday by attorneys for Michael Slager contends that forcing the former officer to defend himself against simultaneous state and federal charges in the death…

Center Dedicated to Better Educating Black Children Comes to USC

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- A new center at USC is dedicated to making sure students of every background have equal opportunities to learn in the classroom. Some students may find it difficult to relate to subjects being taught in school. Dr. Gloria Boutté of USC says the Center for Education and Equity of African American students may bring solutions. “Our is…

Pastors Converge on the State House

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Tuesday pastors from across the state gathered at the State House for the first “Pastor’s Day at the State House” event. Dozens of pastors started the day  at the Baptist Collegiate Ministry Building before heading to talk with Lawmakers. Organizers say their goal was to connect with lawmakers and offer spiritual support. South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster was…