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Reaction: Governor Haley Seeking to Remove Richland Rec Commission Members

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–Thursday Governor Nikki Haley issued an Executive order in regards to the Richland County Recreation Commission Board Members. In the Executive Order from the Governor, it states,  I hereby provide written notice to all members of the Richland County Rec Commission of the specific charges brought against them showing cause for removal from office. I hereby provide reasonable…

Wildfires in GA, NC Causing Smokey Haze in Midlands

Anderson, S.C. (WOLO) — If you noticed a smokey haze covering the Midlands again Friday you were not alone. The Forestry Commission says the heavy smoke is being caused by wildfires burning in parts of Georgia and North Carolina. Officials say dry conditions and winds led to the spread of the fires and the smoke it created. Those wildfires have…

Rep. Gowdy to Speak at Service Remembering Fallen Officers

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – U.S. Rep. Trey Gowdy is the special guest speaker at an annual remembrance of fallen South Carolina law enforcement officers. The South Carolina chapter of the Fraternal Order of Police has scheduled a service for 6:30 p.m. Friday at the Law Enforcement Monument on the Statehouse grounds in Columbia. The monument was dedicated in 2005. Categories: Local…

EdVenture Museum in Columbia Holds Military Appreciation Day

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – EdVenture children’s museum in Columbia is holding a military appreciation day to honor those who serve in uniform on Veterans Day. All military members and their families are being granted free admission to the museum on Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Guests are invited to explore the museum, participate in patriotic activities and leave…