Archives: August 2020

President Donald Trump accepts Republican nomination during RNC

On the last night of the Republican National Convention President Trump gives re-election pitch

(ABC News) — Facing multiple crises, a hurricane, the shooting of Jacob Blake and the coronavirus pandemic. President Donald Trump making his case for re-election. Mary Moloney has more on the final night of the Republican National Convention. Categories: National News, Politics

‘One Republic Militia’ to protest while legally carrying concealed weapons

'We want to be seen, not heard' as group plans to uphold second amendment rights

Columbia, SC (WOLO) — also happening at the state house tomorrow.. a group called One Republic Militia will gather for an event they’re calling ‘SC Stands’. The organization’s leader telling ABC Columbia “we want to be seen not heard. We want to let the nation know that we are standing up against the violence and destruction going on in America.”…

Hurricane Laura in the Record Books

According to yaleclimateconnections.com, Hurricane Laura is tied for the 5th strongest hurricane to make landfall on US soil. Strength, in this case, is measured only by wind speed and not storm surge or size of hurricane or amount of rainfall. Laura also ties as the strongest hurricane to hit Louisiana. For the whole article, see: https://yaleclimateconnections.org/2020/08/devastating-laura-tied-as-fifth-strongest-hurricane-to-make-landfall-in-continental-u-s/ Categories: Weather Blog

Today’s Forecast

The steamy weather continues. Look for temperatures topping out in the low 90’s, but with the humidity it’ll feel closer to 100°. Stay cool! Categories: Todays Forecast Tags: ABC Columbia Forecast

Man accused of opening fire on several people now faces murder

Orangeburg deputies say one of the victims struck by at least one bullet during shooting has now died

Image: Jamal BrownCourtesy: Orangeburg Co. Sheriff’s Office Orangeburg, SC (WOLO) — The Orangeburg County Sheriff’s Office says a woman struck by a bullet earlier this month has now died and the man authorities say is responsible is facing new charges. According to authorities, 29 year old Jamal Brown was involved in a standoff at a Whitford Stage Road home the…

A look inside a middle school classroom during the COVID-19 pandemic

Lexington Two plans on having some students in the classroom two days a week starting September 8

WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — School districts across the state are gearing up for the start of another school year, with some having students back for face-to-face instruction. Lexington Two plans on starting the year with two options for students: a blended/hybrid model where students learn online for three days and go into the classroom for two days, or an…

Why getting a flu shot this fall is especially important

It's that time of year again when it's recommended to get your flu shot. But this year, that suggestion is even more critical as the COVID-19 pandemic continues.

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) — It’s that time of year again when it’s recommended to get your flu shot. But this year, that suggestion is even more critical as the COVID-19 pandemic continues. “Now is the right time, don’t hesitate, come in, let’s get you taken care of for the flu season,” said MinuteClinic nurse practitioner Shari Clarke. Both the flu…