Jim Clyburn

Rep. Jim Clyburn’s Fish Fry brings 2020 election fever to Columbia

Some voters say the event helps them narrow down who they want to vote for in the primary

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — Hundreds waited for hours not only to get their hands on some fresh fried fish, but some say they also wanted to get a better idea of who they want to rally behind in February’s primary. As part of Rep. Jim Clyburn’s (D-SC) annual “World Famous Fish Fry”, most of the 24 candidates made an appearance…

Passion, resilience drive small business owners to succeed in Columbia

There are more than 16,000 small businesses in Richland County

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — It’s no secret that small businesses are a major part of several communities across the Midlands. As one of hundreds of small business owners who set up shop in Columbia, Tzima Brown says the best way to build longevity is to put passion at the forefront. “You have to have that resilience, you have to have that…

Members of Congress to Make Civil Rights Pilgrimage to SC

CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — As many as three dozen members of Congress are expected in South Carolina next month to explore the role the state has played in the fight for civil rights. The Faith and Politics Institute announced Thursday that the three-day event will be held the weekend of March 18th. It will be hosted by U.S. Rep. Jim…