Pelosi forecasts House OK of Senate’s $2.2T virus aid plan
The House of Representatives will give final approval Friday to the massive $2.2 trillion economic rescue bill for the coronavirus.
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Prisma Health suspends COVID-19 related patient payments
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- Prisma Health announces changes to statements and billing during the COVID-19 global pandemic. Prisma Health officials have suspended all COVID-19 related patient payments. A spokesperson…
How long can coronavirus last on various surfaces?
(CNN) - By now you know the coronavirus can survive on surfaces, but do you know for how long? The video above sheds light on that very question.
The US now has more cases of coronavirus than any country in the world
(CNN) - The United States now has the most coronavirus cases of any country in the world with more than 82,000 cases.…
2 arrested in deadly shooting after "ambush robbery" in Orangeburg County
HOLLY HILL, SC (WOLO) - Two men have been arrested for a deadly shooting that happened just outside of Holly Hill Monday morning. Raynard Gardner, Jr., 21, and Daniel Bell, 24, both of Holly Hill, face a murder charge…
Joann Fabrics working to combat mask shortage with 'mask kits'
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- Joann Fabrics nationwide are helping to fight the mask shortage for health care workers with a take-home mask kit. “Thank you. Thank you from the bottom of my…
DHEC announces two more deaths related to COVID-19, 32 additional cases
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- On Thursday, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control announced two additional deaths related to coronavirus. DHEC say this brings the state’s total number of deaths to nine. DHEC…
SC Governor Henry McMaster: I have great faith in the people of our state
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Thursday South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster addressed the state with a Coronavirus update. McMaster says at this time, there is no 'shelter in place'. The Governor went on to say, if…
SC Senators say stimulus deal encourages unemployment
(CNN) --- The White House and lawmakers have agreed on a stimulus deal, but not everyone is in support of it. Some Senate Republicans are now pushing for a vote on an amendment…
Prisma Health experts develop prototype for ventilators to treat 4 patients at once
(WOLO) - A ventilator prototype has been developed by Prisma Health experts that could give hospitals the ability to treat more COVID-19 patients…
Conagree Elementary teachers connect from safe distance during parade
SOUTH CONGAREE (WOLO)- Dozens of teachers and staff from Congaree Elementary lined the streets of their students for a teacher parade. "All of us really miss our kids, and we love them," Victoria…
US has deadliest day since coronavirus outbreak began as death toll surpasses 1000
(CNN) - The number of coronavirus cases in the United States now stands at more than 68,000. The daily death toll also reached a new high with at least 185…
Local company selling 'Palmetto Strong' shirts to help nurses fighting COVID-19
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- A local business is doing what it can to help nurses fighting coronavirus, by selling t-shirts and donating a portion of the proceeds. Palmetto Shirt Company, of Columbia, is selling…
DHEC: SC has 82 additional cases of Coronavirus
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Wednesday The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control announced it is investigating 82 additional cases of coronavirus. DHEC says this brings the total number statewide to 424 cases in 39…
“At last, we have a deal”: Federal leaders reach agreement over $2 trillion aid package
The White House and Senate leaders of both parties struck an agreement late Tuesday on a sweeping $2 trillion COVID proposal.
City of Charleston passes 'Stay at Home' ordinance
CHARLESTON, SC (WCIV) — Charleston City Council voted, 9-4, Tuesday night to approve an emergency order for residents to remain in their homes, unless necessary to leave, for a period of 14 days in an attempt to limit the spread…
Local teen's 'Adios Corona' song gives people something to smile about
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- A Midlands teen has written and performed a song that captures a feeling we all probably have: coronavirus, you're not wanted here. It's a performance that's gone…
DHEC: SC has 44 additional cases of Coronavirus
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Tuesday, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control announced it is investigating 44 additional cases of coronavirus. DHEC says this brings the total number statewide to 342 cases in 36…
SC schools closed through April
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Students will not return to South Carolina classrooms until at least the end of April. Tuesday Governor Henry McMaster and State Superintendent Molly Spearman released a joint statement. It reads in part, …
Columbia seeking input from small businesses
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- City officials say they are extremely concerned about the impact of the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic on small businesses. The Office of Business Opportunities is offering this survey, https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/COVID-19COCbizsurvey , to determine the best way the…
