Negotiators close on a nearly $2 trillion virus aid package
Lawmakers say they’re close on reaching a deal over the nearly $2 trillion coronavirus rescue package to help fight the virus.
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Columbia City Council approves $6 million economic stimulus plan
City of Columbia Council meeting Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–The Columbia City Council passed an emergency economic relief package it says will help businesses and residents survive the pandemic. According to Mayor Steve Benjamin the “Resilient Columbia” stimulus package will fortify small businesses, non profits and first responders. According to the mayor the relief will provide law enforcement and first responders with…
US Dept. of Ed grants SC request to waive some standardized testing
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–Students in South Carolina will not take any more standardized tests this school year. Monday state superintendent Molly Spearman announced the US Department of Education has approved the state’s assessment suspension waiver. That means the state will not administer SCREADY, SCPASS ,EOC exams, Pre-K and alternate assessments. In a news release, Spearman says, “the suspension of South Carolina’s…
Spokeswoman: Vice President Mike Pence and wife test negative for the coronavirus
(Courtesy: ABC News) Vice President Mike Pence interview on GMA WASHINGTON (AP) — Vice President Mike Pence and his wife Karen have tested negative for the coronavirus according to a spokeswoman from the VP’s office. We will update you when we have more. Categories: Local News, National News, News, Politics
Former SC Governor David Beasley tests positive for COVID-19
Former SC Governor David Beasley releases a statement to the public announcing he has tested positive for coronavirus
Image: David Beasley @Twitter Columbia, SC (WOLO) — – Now Executive Director for the World Food Program, Former South Carolina Governor David Beasley has tested positive for coronavirus (COVID-19). Beasley posted a message to the public via twitter making the announcement Thursday evening. In the post, Beasley says he began feeling ‘unwell’ last weekend, after returning home from a trip…
Senator Tim Scott worries a relief bill could have “disastrous effects” on SC
(WOLO) – US Senator Tim Scott is sharing his thoughts on the potential relief bill. He says that though the COVID-19 package is will-intended, it could have “disastrous effects on South Carolina’s small businesses and their employees.” Senator Scott says he has been involved in talks with other congress members about another measure that will bring families, workers, healthcare professionals…
Biden notches three more victories; Sanders reassessing campaign
Joe Biden swept to victory in Florida, Illinois and Arizona against Bernie Sanders by the coronavirus on Tuesday.
City of Columbia curfew goes in effect tonight at 11PM
Image: Rochelle Dean Columbia,SC (WOLO)— Just days after declaring a State of Emergency, Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin has implemented a citywide curfew that will go into effect tonight, Wednesday March 18th, 2020 from 11PM until 6AM. Under this declaration, the City of Columbia will restrict travel and all public gatherings during the hours listed above. The only exceptions will be…
S.C. Senate passes $45 million emergency funding plan to fight COVID-19
The bill is set to be taken up in the House Thursday
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) –On Tuesday, the South Carolina Senate voted to give the state’s Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) a major boost in its fight against the coronavirus. Lawmakers voted 42-0 to provide DHEC with $45 million from the state’s contingency reserve fund to address public health needs. With nearly 50 positive cases of coronavirus reported in South Carolina…
City of Columbia declares ‘State of Emergency’
the City of Columbia declares a 'State of Emergency' as case of coronavirus continue to rise, and a death is now reported
Columbia, SC (WOLO) — Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin is encouraging social distancing as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The Mayor specifically focusing on restaurants and bars within city limits as cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) continue to rise throughout the state. Mayor Benjamin issued the new ordinance Monday night. The declaration says businesses should reduce occupancy…
