What does the governor’s education proposal include and how does it affect school districts?
McMaster says all districts will see an increase in funds through the proposal.
Gov. Henry McMaster
McMaster files for re-election as African-American senator officially joins governor race
Henry McMaster has lived in the governor’s mansion for more than five years and is hoping to stay for four more. However, today a Democratic challenger submitted her name for the race.
PAY INCREASE: Gov. McMaster proposes raises for state law enforcement officers
“We extensively and comprehensively measured the pay of our officers and found in many cases that it was inadequate,” McMaster said.
A Tree for the Fallen ceremony held at the S.C. State House
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – Dozens gather to light a tree for the fallen at the South Carolina State House today. Three families of South Carolina’s fallen service members joined Governor Henry McMaster to remember and honor the Gold Star men and women who died during active duty. According to the South Carolina National Guards Survivor Outreach more than 600 Gold Stars…
South Carolinians opposed to vaccine and mask mandates rally at State Capitol
Currently, just over 50 percent of South Carolina residents are fully vaccinated with 59 percent having received at least one dose of vaccine.
SC Governor attends Accelerate SC meeting to discuss ‘American Rescue Plan’
Meeting discussion on the more than eight billion dollars coming to SC as part of the Biden Administration's "American Rescue Plan
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster convened the Accelerate SC Committee Tuesday. Originally, the group was formed to manage the state’s response to COVID-19. On Tuesday, the purpose was initial discussion of the more than eight billion dollars coming to South Carolina as part of the Biden Administration’s “American Rescue Plan.” The group will meet again on July 22,…
Gov. McMaster, state officials participate in virtual hurricane drills, State Guard to conduct drill Saturday
Today, Governor Henry McMaster and state officials met virtually for hurricane drills to prepare for hurricane season. Tomorrow, the South Carolina State Guard says they will conduct a “Hurricane Preparedness Exercise.”
Gov. McMaster endorsed by former President Trump in his bid for re-election
(AP): Former President Donald Trump has endorsed South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster’s bid for a second full term in 2022. Governor McMaster took to Twitter Friday to share the news. Source: Gov. Henry McMaster Twitter The move continues the years long alliance between the two leaders and aims to strengthen Trump’s ties with the early-voting state he won twice. Trump’s…
Gov. McMaster expands vaccine distribution to Phase 1B beginning Monday
COLUMBIA (WOLO): Governor McMaster and the Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) Tuesday said due to an increase in vaccine supply and the hard work of South Carolinians, on Monday, March 8th, those aged 55 years and older, people with high risk medical conditions, and even our teachers and school staff can begin scheduling their appointments. Governor Henry McMaster said,…
SC Gov. McMaster on vaccines: this will not be a fast process
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster updated the state Wednesday on Coronavirus efforts. During the address, McMaster discussed his desire to keep students in the classroom as much as possible, the governor saying he does not have the authority to force schools to open five days a week, saying if he had that power, he would have done…
