DHEC says vaccine supplies too low to include certain groups
Myrtle Beach,SC (WPDE) --- Leaders with the Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) say supplies are too low to include people ages 65 or older in vaccination efforts…
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SC Statehouse closed through inauguration as threats of violence spread nationwide
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - The South Carolina Statehouse is closing for five days after the FBI warned capitols in every U.S. state could be targets for violence. Police on Friday didn't share any specific threats to the Statehouse, if there…
Governor asks SC hospitals to cut down on elective procedures
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster asked hospitals to cut down on elective procedures Friday because of staffing shortages stemming from the coronavirus pandemic. The governor said virus testing operations and increased public demand for vaccinations, plus…
DHEC: 1,845 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 93 additional deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state's latest coronavirus data as of Thursday. DHEC notes that the data currently available is lower than the actual number of cases and deaths, due to an internal systems issue. The data will be updated when the issue is fixed.
Today is the final day for those in phase 1a to schedule their coronavirus vaccine appointment
Friday marks the final day for people in phase 1a to get their COVID-19 vaccinations or schedule an appointment to receive one before vaccinations are opened to the next sub-phase.
AP: Teacher raises back in consideration in South Carolina
A South Carolina House committee has approved a bill to reinstate some teacher raises into this year's budget.
AP: South Carolina giving up on some contact tracing efforts
South Carolina's health department says it is giving up on trying to contact trace each individual coronavirus case in the state. The Department of Health and Environmental Control said Thursday that it was switching from a "containment" to a "mitigation" approach.
Health officials look into SC vaccine distribution
Myrtle Beach,SC (WPDE)--- Health officials say they're working to figure out why South Carolina doesn't appear to be getting its full allotment of vaccines. As people keep struggling to sign up for…
Jamie Harrison tapped to Chair National Democratic Committee
(CNN) -- Former South Carolina Democratic Candidate for Senate and South Carolina Democratic Party Chair Jaime Harrison is President-Elect Joe Biden's pick for the next chairman of the Democratic National Committee. Harrison…
19-year-old wanted in armed robbery, shooting case turns herself in
SUMTER, SC (WOLO) - Sumter police say a 19-year-old girl wanted in connection with an armed robbery and a shooting has turned herself in. Tykiauana…
South Carolina resident faces backlash after being in Washington during Capitol riot
People from South Carolina who were in Washington last week during the riot at the Capitol are receiving backlash at home. Some are calling for those in attendance to leave their jobs or even be arrested.
DHEC: 4,809 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 18 additional deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state's latest coronavirus numbers as of Wednesday. DHEC notes that they are still experiencing an internal systems issue that is causing the data displayed to be lower than the actual number. The department says the numbers will be updated when the issue is resolved.
DHEC, LLR announce expansion of medical professionals who can administer the COVID-19 vaccine
On Thursday, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control and the South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation (LLR) announced a joint order that expands the number of medical professionals who are able to administer the COVID-19 vaccine in the state.
Sen. Tim Scott tweets his opposition to the impeachment of President Trump
Senator Tim Scott took to Twitter to say that an impeachment vote will only lead to more hate and a deeply fractured nation.
DHEC experiencing high volume of calls for Vaccine Appointments for those 70 and up
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- South Carolina residents over 70-years-old can now register to schedule a COVID-19 vaccine appointment. DHEC's Vaccine Advisory Committee met Wednesday morning, and leaders continue to urge patience as officials work to distribute the vaccine as quickly and…
Governor McMaster delivers State of the State address to South Carolinians
Governor McMaster held his state of the state address Wednesday evening, with a focus on the state’s economy and education following an unprecedented pandemic year.
Hospitals running out of appointment slots as COVID vaccine access expands
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - People trying to schedule their COVID-19 vaccine shots inundated South Carolina health care providers with thousands of phone calls Wednesday morning. It was the first day people ages 70 and older could register to get the…
Health officials urge patience during COVID-19 vaccine rollout
Beginning Wednesday, people over 70-years-old could begin registering to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. You do not need to live in South Carolina to get your vaccine.
Horry County police officer killed in the line of duty Tuesday night
A Horry County police officer was killed in the line of duty Tuesday night. Investigators say 57-year-old Melton Gore was picking up debris on Highway 22 when he was hit by a car.
DHEC: 4,673 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 42 additional deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released the state's latest coronavirus numbers as of Tuesday. DHEC says they are still experiencing an internal systems issue that is causing the data to reflect lower numbers. The data will be updated once the issue is resolved.
