Trump announces US will halt WHO funding over alleged mishandling of COVID-19 pandemic
(ABC NEWS) - The coronavirus pandemic has now killed more than 25,000 Americans and infected at least 600,000 more. It's a grim milestone…
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Midlands nurse reflects on challenges of caring for patients with COVID-19
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --Thousands of nurses across the state are on the front lines each day taking care of coronavirus patients that come into their care. One nurse, Bradley Quarles, says it’s not…
Recent nursing grad ready to head to the front lines and help treat COVID-19 patients
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- As the coronavirus pandemic continues, nurses, right now, are needed more than ever. For recent nursing grads, they're heading to the front lines to care for patients with the virus.…
DHEC: 10 additional deaths, 115 new cases of Coronavirus in SC
COLUMBIA, (SC)-- The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control announced Tuesday, 10 additional deaths related to the coronavirus. DHEC also reported 115 new cases of the novel coronavirus COVID-19. DHEC says this brings the…
State Parks invite you to South Carolina Virtual Campout
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Looking to head outdoors and camp in a state park? You can, virtually. According to the South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism, you can join park rangers from the National Park Service, US Forest Service and…
Former Gamecock, 2018 World Series MVP Steve Pearce says he's retired
Gamecock great and 2018 World Series MVP Steve Pearce said he has retired after a 13-year major league career.
Tour de France called off amid virus, no new dates set
After weeks of holding out hope the Tour de France would be able to go ahead as planned despite the coronavirus pandemic, the world’s most famous cycling race was finally added to the list of sporting events called off.
"It's devastating": Orangeburg County residents react to Monday's tornado
ORANGEBURG COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) --The large surge of storms Monday morning left a path of destruction in rural Orangeburg County. Several homes were destroyed and the Orangeburg County Coroner’s Office says two people…
Peralta Woodworks manufacturing intubation boxes to help protect health care workers
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- Businesses across the country are doing what they can to help fight COVID-19. That includes local manufacturer Peralta Woodworks, Inc., which is producing intubation boxes…
Coroner: Two killed in Orangeburg Co. tornado
Orangeburg, Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- The Orangeburg Co. Coroner's Office tells ABC Columbia News two people died as a result of a tornado that ripped through the Neeses area early this morning. Coroner…
SC Governor tweets message to state on Easter Sunday
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster tweeted a message to the state on Easter Sunday. In the tweet Mcmaster said:http://@henrymcmaster "Easter Sunday gives us the opportunity to reflect on the sacrifice made for us and to celebrate the…
Seasonal allergies or Coronavirus: A breakdown of some symptoms
CNN--Spring is in the air and so are allergies. But during this time of COVID-19 many people are asking do I have the Coronavirus? Experts have some tips to help you know what you…
US Attorney launches SC COVID Strike Team to curb fraud, price gouging
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- The U.S. Attorney for the District of South Carolina has announced a Strike Team to combat COVID-19 fraud schemes. Federal, state and local law enforcement agencies are part…
USPS says it will run out of money by September if congress doesn't help
(CNN) - The United States Postal Service says it will run out of money by September if congress doesn't step in to…
Local restaurants helping healthcare workers
Columbia, S.C., (WOLO)-- Locally owned businesses and restaurants are giving back to those on the front line in the fight against COVID 19. The Village Love initiative allows the businesses to provide meals…
COVID-19 shutdown may force AMC Theaters to file for bankruptcy
(CNN, WOLO) - With locations in South Carolina and across the country closed because of the COVID-19 shutdown, financial analysts think the world's largest movie theater…
"We can recover if we all pull together": Small businesses adjust amidst pandemic
SUMTER, S.C. (WOLO) --Several small businesses have had to close their doors to customers as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. In the past two weeks, Governor Henry McMaster (R-SC) has ordered most non-essential…
DHEC announces 274 new cases of COVID 19
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Friday the state Department of Health and Environmental Control announced 274 additional cases of COVID 19 in South Carolina as well as five additional deaths. The new cases bring the state total to…
Columbia's extended citywide curfew goes into effect tonight
Columbia City Council and Mayor Steve Benjamin will extend the citywide curfew starting tonight amid the coronavirus pandemic.
SC mayor: Governor creating headaches with special waivers
Expressing frustration that police officers - charged with enforcing Gov. Henry McMaster’s stay-at-home order during the coronavirus outbreak - are not being told which businesses have been granted permission to stay open, the mayor of South Carolina’s capital city said he was pursuing an open-records request to obtain the information.
