Republicans leap to reopen economy; Democrats more cautious
Announcing plans to begin reopening his state, South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster cited the ongoing economic damage from the coronavirus.
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Gov. McMaster leads first meeting of "accelerateSC", aims to reopen economy soon
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --Gov. Henry McMaster (R-SC) brought together several business, education, and community leaders in Columbia to discuss ways to revitalize the state’s economy. The group “accelerateSC” is focused on finding a quick…
Mayor Benjamin: "Data, not dates" will drive city's response to COVID-19
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin says now is not the time to slow down the city’s approach towards fighting the coronavirus. He says city staff is looking at new ways to prevent…
Lexington Police looking for $20k bank fraud suspect
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO) - Lexington Police hope you can help find the person who recently got away with nearly $20,000 from a bank in Lexington. Wednesday night LPD released a photo of the person in question saying he was involved…
Community DHEC says has high COVID-19 cases get layer of protection
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- While the City of Columbia remains under a curfew in an attempt to reduce the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19), health officials say some communities are still reporting rampant…
DHEC: Five new deaths, 160 new cases of Coronavirus in SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control on Wednesday, announced 160 new cases of the coronavirus and five additional deaths. DHEC says this brings the total number of people confirmed to have COVID-19 in South Carolina…
Canadian police say at least 22 victims died after rampage in Nova Scotia
Canadian police said there are at least 22 victims after a rampage across rural communities in Nova Scotia.
Several small businesses welcome back customers for first time in weeks
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- For the first time after the coronavirus pandemic forced some businesses to close, several people had a chance to visit some of their favorite local businesses. Tuesday marked the first day several…
Publix, Kroger requiring employees to wear masks in age of coronavirus
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) (video CNN)-- Employees at Kroger stores in South Carolina will now be wearing masks. In a release, the Kroger Atlanta Division, says it is adding the new safety measures to help…
DHEC: 11 new deaths, 172 additional cases of coronavirus in SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control Tuesday, announced 172 new cases of the novel coronavirus and 11 additional deaths. DHEC says this brings the total number of people confirmed to have COVID-19 in South Carolina…
Providers continue caring for people with intellectual disabilities despite pandemic
West Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- Across the country, workers who provide essential services for people with intellectual disabilities continue to do so during the pandemic. But they're not being included in financial distributions or receiving any help to get Personal…
Two murder victims killed Monday identified as 76 & 28-year-old relatives
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Two women killed in a Monday night shooting in lower Richland have been identified by the coroner. Sarah Mae Richbow, 76, and Kiara Richbow, 28, both died from gunshot wounds to the upper body. Richland County…
Some governors fear they don't have the resources to reopen the economy
(CNN) - It's been three months since the United States confirmed its first case of the coronavirus. Now, more than 41,000 people have died…
Gov. McMaster allows certain small retailers to open doors, but with certain restrictions
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --Gov. Henry McMaster (R-SC) announced the latest step towards reopening the South Carolina economy in response to the coronavirus pandemic. His newest executive orders allows public beach access, giving the…
Double shooting investigation: 2 women shot in lower Richland
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) – The Richland County Sheriff’s Department is investigation a double shooting Monday night. RCSD says they got a call around 8:40 to the 2500 block of South Partridge Circle. When they got there they found two women…
Shandon Baptist holds weekly 'curbside collections' to help local families
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- Shandon Baptist Church has been helping families in Richland School Districts One and Two, by holding 'curbside collections' where people can drop off donations of food or items. On Monday,…
Report: McMaster plans to have retail stores reopen Tuesday
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - The Post and Courier says that South Carolina retail stores and public beach access points will be allowed to reopen on Tuesday. Gov. Henry McMaster's chief of staff told the newspaper that the governor will issue…
Major street in SC's capital closed to fix railroad crossing
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - A major street in South Carolina's capital will be closed this week as crews do maintenance and repairs to a railroad crossing. Norfolk Southern says Assembly Street in Columbia south of the Statehouse will be closed…
1 more death, 136 additional cases of COVID-19 in S.C.
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- On Sunday, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control announced 136 new cases of COVID-19 and one additional death. This now brings the state's total confirmed to…
More than 10% of SC labor force jobless during outbreak
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - For the fourth straight week, the number of people who live or work in South Carolina saying they lost their jobs because of the coronavirus outbreak has gone…
