Today’s Forecast
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Author: ABC Columbia Staff
Halloween curfew for registered child sex offenders now underway
This statewide curfew only involves individuals whose sex crimes involved children
Columbia, SC (WOLO) — The South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services (SCDPPPS) wants to make sure your children are safe as they venture out for sweet treats this Halloween. As an extra layer of security, every year SCDPPPS puts a curfew in place and this year is no exception. Department officials say a curfew will be strictly…
Senator Lindsey Graham, Jamie Harrison hold final debate
With just days before you hit the polls, the candidates vying for stay in or head for Capitol Hill
Columbia, SC (WOLO) — Friday night, for the second and final time, Senator Lindsey Graham and his opponent, Jamie Harrison debated eachother in hopes of proving to voters their the right choice to represent South Carolina in the nation’s Capitol. The candidates touched on various issues like police reform, health care, climate change, the economy and coronavirus. The two disagreeing…
Scare up Halloween with a spooky outdoor movie
Enjoy a night out with the family and check out an outdoor showing of 'Hocus Pocus'
Columbia, SC (WOLO) — Halloween is right around the corner, and while some may not feel comfortable allowing their children to take part in the typically door to door trick-o-treat experience because of the coronavirus, all is not lost. The Hampton – Preston Mansion and Gardens is hosting an outdoor movie night featuring the family friendly Halloween comedy ‘Hocus Pocus’….
Airport H.S. hosts annual ‘Trick or Treat Lane’
Ghouls and goblins came out a few days before Halloween to get into some scary fun
West Columbia, SC (WOLO) — Wednesday evening Airport High School held its annual ‘Trick-or Treat Lane event. Hundreds of people grabbed their goodie bags to trick-or-treat, play games and even take part in carnival activities. Due to COVID-19, some restrictions were in place to help keep everyone safe from possible exposure. One Airport High School teacher who helps organize ‘Trick-or-Treat…
University police officer fired, facing 52 child sex crime charges
ROCK HILL, S.C. (AP) – A South Carolina police officer lost his job after state investigators said he was accused of sexually abusing children. Charles Eugene Price, 48 (Lancaster County Detention Center) Winthrop University Police Officer Charles Eugene Price faces 52 counts of sex crimes, including first-degree criminal sexual conduct with a minor, incest and kidnapping. Winthrop University fired Price…
A doctor’s guide to safe trick-or-treating during the pandemic
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO) – You may not need to cancel trick-or-treating plans after all. Doctors at Lexington Medical Center recently came out with a Q&A about safely trick-or-treating during the COVID-19 pandemic. Their guidance provides suggestions and things to keep in mind so children can still have a fun night out in their costumes getting candy from neighbors. Physicians Lauren…
Sumter Fire Dept.: V.B. Williams Furniture store fire contained but not fully under control
Sumter fights fire at old V.B. Williams Furniture store
Sumter, SC (WOLO) — The Sumter Fire Department says a massive blaze at the old V.B. Furniture store along South Lafayette Drive and Fulton Street has been contained but not fully under control this morning. They say it started at the plant shortly after 10 p.m. Tuesday night. Sumter police had to shut down access to roads around Fulton Industrial…
Publix grocery stores offer veterans, military Veterans day deal
The supermarket chain is offering military personnel, veterans and their families 10% off their food bill
Image: Publix Columbia, SC (WOLO) — Publix grocery stores are offering military men and women, veterans and their families a deal at the supermarket door to honor those who have and continue to fight for our freedoms to honor them this Veterans Day. On November 11, 2020 the chain of stores will allow anyone who can provide their veteran ID…
Saluda County deputies search for missing man
Authorities say Tucker Morris may be driving a white 2012 CRV
Saluda, SC (WOLO) — Deputies in Saluda County are searching for a missing man who hasn’t been seen or heard from since leaving work. Investigators say they are ‘concerned for the safety’ of 26 year old Tucker Morris they say was last seen by co-workers at his job in the Ward community Monday, the morning of October 26th, 2020. Deputies…
