SC unemployment rate down
The South Carolina Department of Employment releases promising numbers for the State’s jobless rate.
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UPDATE: At least 17 dead after Missouri duck boat accident
Branson, MO (WOLO) — Officials are still searching for tourists they say are lost after the tourist duck boat they wer riding on was overcome by strong weather causing the boat to capsize. As of Friday night authorities say at least 17 people are confirmed dead, including children aboard the water craft. Friday, the Company issued this statement via a…
Lion cubs at Riverbanks Zoo have new names!
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) – Three lion cubs at the Riverbanks Zoo officially have names! Nearly 14,000 people voted in an online poll and the results are in. The name with the most votes was “Amara” which is Nigerian for Grace. In second place, was “Asha” meaning life or lively in Swahili. Finally, “Zari,” which is another Swahili name, meaning Golden….
Ft. Jackson introduces welcomes new Command Sgt. Major
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) – Fort Jackson officially welcomed a new Command Sergeant Major Friday (7/20). The Army training center welcomed Command Sergeant Major Jerimiah Gan in the change of responsibility ceremony. Gan’s position is similar to a chief operating officer. He will carry out policies and standards, as well as advise the “CEO” on all matters regarding the enlisted soldiers….
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Riverfront Park reopens
An area park closed for routine maintenance, reopens to the public.
Thousands of dollars of boat parts stolen from Columbia business
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) – Someone stole thousands of dollars worth of boat parts and police need your help tracking them down. Columbia Police say the person pictured above stole two boat motor parts worth more than $2,000 from Carolina Boatworks. It happened off Pontiac Center Drive back on July 13th. If you have any information please call Crimestoppers at 1-888-CRIME-SC….
USC Pigskin Poets
Members of the USC football team are getting ready to crack open a book and plenty of smiles as they get ready to encourage some area kids to enjoy the life long love of reading, even in the summer.
Wanted “armed and dangerous” fugitive on the run
The Richland County Sheriff’s Department is hoping you can help them find a man they consider armed and dangerous.
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