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Sexual orientation axed from South Carolina hate crime bill

A hate crimes bill in South Carolina no longer offers protection to gay or transgender people.

DHEC Board of Directors discusses phase 1B vaccination effort and ways to improve vaccine outreach

During the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control's Board of Directors meeting Thursday, the first item on the agenda was the COVID-19 vaccination. Officials say they believe the transition to phase 1B is going smoothly.

GA's Six Flags White Water now hiring for 2021 season

If you're looking for a fun summer job, Georgia's Six Flags White Water, named one of the nation’s top water parks, is now hiring for the 2021 season! Six Flags is looking to hire team members ranging from lifeguards to security, retail and more.

Prisma Health expanding online chat tool with text line for vaccine related questions

Prisma Health is offering you the chance to chat with physicians about the COVID-19 vaccine. The medical group is offering a text line for you to ask any questions you may have about the vaccine.

DHEC: 359 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 38 additional deaths in SC

The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state's latest coronavirus data as of Wednesday.

CVS adding an additional 21 vaccination sites in SC

In a statement released Thursday morning, CVS announced that they will be adding 21 vaccination sites to South Carolina. Officials say this will bring the total number of CVS sites in the state to 54.

S.C. teachers grow more frustrated over pay

(WCCB) --- South Carolina lawmaker are taking steps to try and fend off a looming teacher shortage. Wednesday the House unanimously passed a resolution that would restore incremental pay raises. But as Drew Bollea…

Prisma Health offers Daylight Saving time tips

Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- It's that time of the year again. We are getting ready to enjoy an extra hour of daylight. What may not be as enjoyable to some is the loss of an hour that we trade that…

Restaurants to benefit from COVID-19 relief bill

NEW YORK (AP) - Restaurants devastated by the coronavirus outbreak are getting a lifeline from the pandemic relief package waiting President Joe Biden's signature. The bill that gained final congressional approval Wednesday adds money to the Paycheck Protection Program and…

Orangeburg deputies arrest man accused of 'brutal attack'

Orangeburg, SC (WOLO) -- After searching for weeks, Orangeburg Sheriff's have located and arrested 20 year old Tanarious Dash . Officials say he is accused of Domestic Violence of a High and Aggravated Nature…

Southern Living names Darius Rucker 'Southerner of the Year'

Congratulations Darius Rucker! The Hootie and the Blowfish frontman turned solo success was named Southerner of the Year by Southern Living Magazine.

Democrats question small election rule change by SC House

The South Carolina House has given key approval to a bill that would require counties across the state to follow the same rules for elections.

Wildlife officials urge temporary removal of bird feeders

The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources is urging residents who own bird feeders to remove them until next month, pointing to a rise in bird deaths that could be caused by dirty feeders.

DHEC: Vaccine appointments filling up at high rate

As phase 1B of COVID-19 vaccine distribution began in the state Monday, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control says appointments have been filling up faster than they can make them.

Prisma Health offers advice on springing forward into daylight saving time

Early Sunday morning, we will all spring forward into daylight saving time, costing us a precious hour of sleep. Prisma Health released some guidelines on ways you can help alleviate stress and adjust to daylight saving time, without all the grogginess.