COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster announced his pick for the 20-19 South Carolina Chef Ambassador program. Every year, a Chef Ambassador is selected from the state’s four regions– the Upstate, Midlands, Pee Dee, and the Lowcountry. This years chefs include Brandon Carter from Blufton, Marc Collins from Charleston, Tania Harris from Greenville, and Kelley Vogelheim from Florence. Jessica…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–Get ready for some Southern treats. The 15th annual Hospitality Day at the State House is Wednesday, April 18th at the SC State House from 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. The event is hosted by the South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association. Organizers say this is a chance to thank lawmakers for their support and show the importance of foodservice, lodging and…
CHAPIN, SC (WOLO)–Democratic Gubernatorial candidate Phil Noble is on the campaign trail. On Monday night, Noble spoke at the Ballentine-Irmo-Chapin Democrats and Progressives meeting at El Pablano restaurant on Dutch Fork Road in Chapin. The candidate says he believes there is a lot of cleaning up to do at the State House. Noble will be among the SC Candidates for…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Former Lexington County State Representative Rick Quinn was sentenced Monday to two years probation and community service after he pleaded guilty to a misconduct in office charge. The sentencing was swift but it did not come without some opposition from the prosecution. Gabrielle Franklin has more from inside the courtroom. Categories: Local News, Politics, State Tags:…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– The State House will turn Garnet and Black Wednesday for Carolina Day at the Statehouse. According to USC officials, the annual, one-day event, lets lawmakers know that state support is vital for the University of South Carolina to ensure quality, access and affordability. According to University officials, among the topics they will be addressing with lawmakers, are baseline…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) – The winter weather has ended the second week of South Carolina’s legislative session early. Both the House and Senate decided to cancel their Wednesday and Thursday sessions because of snow in central and western South Carolina. A number of committee meetings have also been canceled. Categories: Local News, News, Politics Tags: SC State House
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– SC Governor Henry McMaster, First Lady Peggy McMaster, and the First Familly will host the 51st Annual Governor’s Carolighting at the South Carolina State House. It will take place Monday, November 27 at 7:00 PM. “Our family is eager to join South Carolinians from around the state in celebrating the beginning of the holiday season at our beautiful…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–The State Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services is set to present an honorary badge and certificate to Senator Katrina Shealy on Tuesday. The event will take place at the Lexington County Courthouse Tuesday afternoon. According to Probation officials, Senator Shealy will receive the award for her leadership on the Corrections and Penology Committee for passage of…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–Tuesday Democratic candidate for Governor James Smith will formally announce his run for governor. The event will be held at 701 Whaley in downtown Columbia. The State Representative announced on social media last Thursday he was putting his name in the race. One other Democrat, Phil Noble, a Charleston businessman, has announced his candidacy. Governor Henry McMaster, Catherine…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–A Richland County Councilman is joining the race for a State House seat. Seth Rose has announced his intention to run as a Democrat for a house seat. Rose says he plans to run for the House District 72 seat currently held by Democrat James Smith. Smith announced his run for governor last week. Categories: Local News, Politics,…
