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Cobb-Hunter wins with 61 percent
June 10, 2008 - State Rep. Gilda Cobb-Hunter, D-Orangeburg, beat back a strongly financed challenge from political newcomer Priscilla Glover-Robinson, garnering 61 percent of the vote to close out a heated primary race.
State Rep. Gilda Cobb-Hunter and the partnership to fight chronic disease and health disparities
May 26, 2008 -State Rep. Gilda Cobb-Hunter joined the Partnership to Fight Chronic Disease (PFCD) in celebrating the PFCD’s first anniversary.
Five entities sign contracts with Lake Marion Regional Water Agency
November 06, 2007 - Teamwork is the favorite word of the chairman of the Lake Marion Regional Water Agency.
New regional water treatment plant dedicated
April 29, 2008 - The Lake Marion Regional Water Agency is poised to meet its goal of improving the health, economic development and public safety of residents along the Interstate 95 corridor with the completion of a $35 million water treatment plant as the first of a three-phase $118 million regional water system.
S.C. BlueCross Expands Coverage for Preventive Colonoscopy Screening
February 28, 2008 -In advance of National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in March, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina announced today that it has expanded coverage of preventive colonoscopy screening in a bid to help reduce colorectal cancer.
Lawmaker honored by MUSC for service to district, state
August 11, 2007 - She’s been called a whole lot of things throughout her long political career, but outspoken District 66 Rep. Gilda Cobb-Hunter can now add “doctor” to the list.
Lawmaker takes lead vs. kidney disease
May 03, 2008 - Rep. Gilda Cobb-Hunter is a strong advocate for her constituents and works tirelessly to serve the citizens of Orangeburg County.
Area uninsured learn of health care assistance during dinner
May 18, 2008 - A free health awareness dinner drew approximately 200 people Thursday evening in Santee.
Prevention is goal with colorectal cancer
March 26, 2008 - March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and the American Cancer Society has just released the "Cancer Facts and Figures 2008."
"I Think We Can Carve Out $22 Million for Poor Children"
March 13, 2007 - An expansion of the State Children's Health Insurance Program (S-CHIP) is scheduled for this summer, however, the program has only received funding for the upcoming fiscal year.
'CLEARLY UNACCEPTABLE': Study says area women experienced static life expectancy rates in recent years
July 01, 2008 - Life expectancy for women in The T&D Region was stagnant between 1983 and 1999, pointing to the nation's continuing problems with chronic disease and health disparities, a study revealed.
Santee Indians honor legislator for support of state's native people
May 2, 2008 -I’m writing this letter to the Times and Democrat to let Janie Johnson know what Gilda Cobb-Hunter has done for me and my family.
Coming to the aid of crime victims
May 2, 2008 -I’m writing this letter to the Times and Democrat to let Janie Johnson know what Gilda Cobb-Hunter has done for me and my family.
Lawmaker takes lead vs. kidney disease
May 3, 2008 - Rep. Gilda Cobb-Hunter is a strong advocate for her constituents and works tirelessly to serve the citizens of Orangeburg County. My life and that of my family has been enriched by her passion and commitment on behalf of people impacted by Chronic Kidney Disease.
New full-service DMV office opens in Santee
January 16, 2008 - Residents of the Santee area now have a full-service South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles office to serve their needs.
Domestic cases pose great risk for law officers
May 7, 2008 - Orangeburg County has lost another law enforcement officer in the line of duty, with sheriff’s Deputy William Howell being the victim of a senseless shooting. This time the killing is not related to the county’s geography.
Rep. Cobb-Hunter is visionary leader
May 2, 2008 - I have the privilege of interacting with many of our state’s elected officials. Especially in tight financial times, we are grateful to have leaders who can see past the immediate fiscal challenges to the long-term needs of the citizens of our state. One such individual is Rep. Gilda Cobb-Hunter.
Cobb-Hunter has helped hundreds
May 2, 2008 - This letter is to set the record straight. I was born in Orangeburg County over 50 years ago. During that time I have seen lots of politicians come and go. They make promises and don’t deliver.
Cobb-Hunter has served Santee well
May 2, 2008 - I take issue with Janie Johnson’s letter in which she claims that Rep. Gilda Cobb-Hunter neglects her constituency and is “entrenched in the politics of South Carolina government.”
House District 66 IS in S.C.
May 2, 2008 - In response to the editorial from Janie Johnson, (T&D, April 27) regarding Rep. Gilda Cobb-Hunter’s focus on S.C. politics rather than her commitment to the constituents in her district, I’d say that is an oxymoron.
Area Democratic legislators say Clinton should remain in race
May 12, 2008 - Many pundits say now is the time for Clinton to graciously bow out, effectively ceding the nomination to her rival, Sen. Barack Obama, who leads in both delegates and the popular vote.
Stamp Out Hunger: Local letter carriers will collect food for needy Saturday
May 6, 2008 - Regional postal carriers will be looking for more besides letters at mailboxes this weekend
Locals among delegates to Democratic Convention
February 15, 2008 - South Carolina Democratic Party officials certified a list of 54 delegates and seven alternates -- including six people from The T&D Region -- to 2008 Democratic National Convention with the Democratic National Committee.
Life of a superdelegate pretty hectic right now
May 2, 2008 - State Rep. Gilda Cobb-Hunter, a Democrat who has represented her Orangeburg County district since 1992, has been a superdelegate for four years. The group of 796 superdelegates could play a pivotal role in deciding whether Clinton, a senator from New York, or Illinois Sen. Barack Obama becomes the party's nominee.
Rebel With a Cause: An interview with Gilda Cobb-Hunter
For nearly 20 years Cobb-Hunter has worked at CASA/Family Systems, a nonprofit agency in Orangeburg that serves survivors of sexual abuse and domestic violence. She was first elected to the House in 1992.
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