Politics

Democratic Presidential candidate Bernie Sanders set to make another stop in SC

Orangeburg, SC (WOLO) — Another Democratic Presidential candidate gearing for the 2020 election is making another stop in the Palmetto state. Saturday Vermont Senator, Bernie Sanders plans to hit the campaign trail to outline the policies he is touting he says will meet the needs of the communities across the South. A spokesperson for the Sanders camp says the Senator…

Former Detention Center officer charged with harassment

ABC Columbia/FILE Spartanburg, SC (WOLO) — The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) arrested a former Detention Center Officer authorities say violated an order placed on him by a Judge following a May 3rd arrest for Criminal Domestic Violence. Friday night, SLED announced the arrest of 50 year old Kelvin Odias Washington who has been charged with Second Degree Harassment….

SC Lawmakers consider special session

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ South Carolina lawmakers are considering coming back in special session to deal with the future of state-owned utility Santee Cooper and budget vetoes by the governor. The House unanimously approved Thursday a resolution allowing lawmakers to return to Columbia for three days starting May 20. The proposal narrows down what issues can be discussed when they…

Governor salutes military spouses with proclamation to honor their sacrifice

Columbia, SC (WOLO) —Governor Henry McMaster dedicated this month to honor the people who hold down the fort, staying at home while their loved ones serve in the Armed Forces. Tuesday afternoon,  Governor McMaster declared May as military spouse appreciation month in South Carolina. The proclamation notes that spouses are the backbone of military families and contribute directly to the…

Governor declares May as “Military Spouse Appreciation Month”

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) – Governor McMaster has dedicated the month of May to honor the people who hold down the fort, staying at home while their loved ones serve in the armed forces. Tuesday (5/7) morning Governor McMaster declared May as “Military Spouse Appreciation Month” in South Carolina. The proclamation notes that spouses are the backbone of military families and…