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“He Was Among the Best of Us”: People Reflect on Sen. Fritz Holling’s Legacy

The Senator's body lay in repose at the State House Monday

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — Hundreds visited the State House to pay their respects to Senator Fritz Hollings as his body lay in repose Monday. Several people from all walks of life said they fondly look back at Hollings’s legacy, including Bishop Fred James, a longtime leader in the African Methodist Episcopal Church. “For fifty-five years, it was my privilege and…

Governor McMaster Calls for Trained Certified Officers in Every School

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– In the wake of the arrest of two teens in Richland county, accused of bringing an unloaded gun and ammunition on school grounds, Governor Henry McMaster is responding. The Governor wrote in a tweet…in part quote “We owe a debt of gratitude to all involved who acted so quickly and decisively.” McMaster also reiterated that he wants…

President Donald Trump to Visit SC

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–President Donald trump will be in South Carolina on Monday. Trump is headed to the Palmetto State to help lend his support to Governor Henry McMaster’s 2018 campaign. McMaster was one of the President’s first supporters. McMaster’s campaign for Governor says the President will attend a 250 dollar-a-person fundraiser and reception at 6:30pm at a Greenville Hotel. Categories:…

Governor Henry McMaster: Hurricane Irma Update

Check for a live feed from SCEMD COLUMBIA, SC  (WOLO) -Governor Henry McMaster is set to address the state, along with SC Agencies at a 2pm Friday media briefing. ABC Columbia News will broadcast the event Live. State officials are continuing to monitor the path of Hurricane Irma.  On Thursday, McMaster announced a mandatory evacuation of 143 healthcare facilities along…

700 New Jobs Coming to Richland County

RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) – A leading global provider of indoor comfort systems has announced plans to double its workforce at its operations in Richland County. Trane, a brand of Ingersoll Rand, is expanding. The business said it will invest $96 million and create 700 new jobs to keep up with growth. Currently, Trane has 600 employees in South Carolina….