Author: ABC Columbia Staff

Orangeburg Co. School District to continue remote learning through January

Jan 15, 2021 9:23 AM EST

ABC Columbia Staff,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– In a statement released Thursday, the Orangeburg County School District says they will continue with their 100% virtual learning model through the end of January. The district cites concerns over the coronavirus in the community as a reason for this extension. The district originally planned to return to a hybrid learning model on January 19. “We certainly…

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19-year-old wanted in armed robbery, shooting case turns herself in

Jan 14, 2021 8:58 PM EST

ABC Columbia Staff, Kenneil Mitchell,

SUMTER, SC (WOLO) – Sumter police say a 19-year-old girl wanted in connection with an armed robbery and a shooting has turned herself in. Tykiauana Danielle Oliver, 19, of Manning (SPD) Tykiauana Danielle Oliver, 19, of Manning (SPD) Authorities say Tykiauana Oliver, of Manning, is charged with attempted murder, attempted armed robbery and criminal conspiracy. According to investigators, a man…

Midlands Mugshots- January 13

Jan 14, 2021 10:56 AM EST

ABC Columbia Staff,

Take a look at Wednesday’s Midlands Mugshots.

Prayer vigil set for Sumter teen missing since the day after Christmas

The search for the missing teen continues as members of the community plan a prayer vigil

Jan 14, 2021 5:25 AM EST

ABC Columbia Staff,

Sumter, SC (WOLO) — The search continues in Sumter for a teen missing since the day after Christmas. A family friend says a prayer vigil will take part this Friday night January 15th at the Beacon Theatre on Broad Street beginning at six in the evening. They say volunteers will also hold another ground search the following Saturday January 16th….

Horry County police officer killed in the line of duty Tuesday night

Officer Gore served the department for two decades

Jan 13, 2021 4:49 PM EST

Mike Olson, ABC Columbia Staff,

A Horry County police officer was killed in the line of duty Tuesday night. Investigators say 57-year-old Melton Gore was picking up debris on Highway 22 when he was hit by a car.

Midlands Mugshots- January 12

Jan 13, 2021 10:46 AM EST

ABC Columbia Staff,

Check out Tuesday’s Midlands Mugshots.

COVID vaccine available for those 70 and older

Wednesday those 70 years and older can begin signing up for vaccinations

Jan 13, 2021 12:09 AM EST

ABC Columbia Staff,

Columbia, SC (WOLO) — Tuesday the Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) provided more details about how those over 70 can receive the COVID vaccine. The agency says those who qualify can schedule appointments beginning Wednesday January 13th. DHEC says they will have a map available on its Website showing where the vaccine will be available. If you do…