GoFundMe started for Federal workers feeling the pinch
Families all over the Country are beginning to feel the effects of the Government shutdown as it hits day 32. What some are now doing to feed their families and how you can help.
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Sen. Bernie Sanders visits HBCU Benedict College
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)– Senator Bernie Sanders visited Benedict College and answered questions from many college students. During his visit, Sanders spoke about many hot button topics, from ending the government shut down, to college affordability. The crowd asked questions regarding what to do about the government shutdown and how to ensure affordable healthcare. The Republican National Committee released a statement…
In State of the State, Gov. McMaster to pitch ideas, seek alliance
When South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster gives his annual State of the State address to lawmakers, he’ll be laying out a vision for the coming year in a state where his office notably holds little unilateral power.
Bernie Sanders to visit with students at Benedict College
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Tuesday, Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders will be in Columbia to meet with students at Benedict College. Sanders will visit the college for an event called “A conversation with students.” Sanders will speak Tuesday afternoon at the David H. Swinton Center on the college campus, according to school officials, seating is limited. Sanders was in town Monday to…
King Day At The Dome brings 2020 Presidential Hopefuls to Columbia
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)– King Day at the Dome gained national attention with possible presidential candidates Sen. Bernie Sanders, D-Vermont, and Sen. Corey Booker, D-New Jersey, as speakers during the rally. Mayor Benjamin said in his remarks that the road to the White House beings in South Carolina, so it is no surprise that a few 2020 presidential hopefuls were…
Senator Bernie Sanders speaks at SC State House ‘MLK Rally’
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Among the hundreds of attendees at the 2019 Annual King Day at the Dome Monday, were politicians, ready to speak to the crowd at the State House. The MLK day event draws crowds to honor and celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr, it also draws candidates who are thinking about a potential…
A look at King Day at the Dome -Live at the State House
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–Hundreds are gathering at the South Carolina State House Monday to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The annual ‘King Day at the Dome’ event draws crowds and politicians to Columbia each year. The event starts with a prayer service and culminates with a march to the State House and a rally,. On Monday, the event also drew…
Update: United States Postal Service to implement new postage rates
The USPS to implement new postage rates COLUMBIA S.C. (WOLO)- The United States Postal Service has increased its prices for stamps along with other services. Americans will see a change in price for domestic mailing, shipping and international shipping. The Price for select mailing service products have gone up 2.5 percent. There is also a 5 cent increase in the…
Elizabeth Warren planning 1st trip to South Carolina
Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren is making her first trip to early voting South Carolina since launching her exploratory bid for a possible 2020 presidential run. Warren’s organization tells The Associated Press on Sunday that she is planning to visit Columbia on Wednesday for an organizing event at Columbia College. Warren has been visiting the early presidential primary and caucus states of New…
Bernie Sanders coming to Columbia
Image courtesy ABC News Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)– King Day at the Dome typically draws presidential candidates and this year is no exception. We already knew New Jersey Sen. Corey Booker would take place. Saturday a spokesperson for Bernie Sanders announced the senator from Vermont will attend Monday’s event. Sanders is also scheduled to visit Florence Monday evening and will return…
