Author: ABC Columbia Staff

John Warren election night watch party

Greenville, SC (WOLO) —– The polls have officially closed and the ballots are being counted. Meanwhile both Candidates vying to be the next Governor of South Carolina are watching and waiting. ABC Columbia’s Angela Rogers is following Republican Candidate John Warren who has just arrived at his Greenville watch party. .@votejohnwarren arrives at his watch party only 30 minutes after…

Wilson and Atwater

Columbia, SC (WOLO) — Taking place in Tuesday’s runoff is the battle between Republican Attorney General Alan Wilson and Republican State Representative Todd Atwater. We caught up with Alan Wilson today as he met with potential voters. Wilson spent much of the day greeting residents in Lexington County. Wilson is holding an election night watch party at The Aloft in…

ECPI Family Graduation

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–A nursing graduation is turning into a family affair at the ECPI Columbia campus. A brother, sister, and father are preparing to become nurses. Michael Capers was the first of the trio to enroll at E-C-P-I University. Shortly after, his father decided to do the same. Seven months later Michael’s sister Michaella, decided to join them. Just a…

ABC Columbia News Update

Columbia, SC (WOLO)  We have live team coverage with ABC Columbia Anchor Josh Berry and Anchor Alexis Frazier of President Donald Trump’s visit Monday evening. Plus, Chief Meteorologist John Farley has an update on the forecast.  We will see you on ABC Columbia News at 6. Categories: ABC Columbia News Update (First Row), Local News, National News, News, Politics

USC football player arrested for assault, accused of pushing woman down stairs

Lexington, S.C. (WOLO) – A USC football player is facing assault charges after an incident last weekend. Lexington County Sheriff’s Department says 22-year-old Gamecock safety Javon Charleston was arrested on Sunday (6/17) and now faces charges of assault and battery and breaking and entering. According to the incident report Charleston tried to contact a female acquaintance but when she did…

Piano festival hosts national competition at USC

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) – Music filled the capital city Friday (6/22) as the Southeastern Piano Festival came to town at USC. The Arthur Fraser International Piano Competition also took place. Each summer, the festival brings performers and young piano talent from across the country to the school of music. The festival continues Saturday at 7:30 p.m with the winner’s recital….