Weekend Forecast
Categories: Todays Forecast
Author: ABC Columbia Staff
Prisma Health cancels Columbia, Greenville COVID-19 testing this weekend
Health officials say they were forced to cancel the planned testing due to inclement weather
Columbia, SC (WOLO) — Free COVID-19 testing that Prisma Health was planning to host this weekend August 24, has been canceled. Health officials say they had to cancel the coronavirus testing events in Columbia, Simpsonville, and Greenville due to inclement weather that came from the remnants of Hurricane Laura. All hospital-based drive-through testing sites in the Upstate also will be…
Sixth UofSC Greek Village housing quarantined after more positive COVID-19 cases
Two weeks after the University resumed classes, another is on quarantine
Columbia, SC (WOLO) — The University of South Carolina says another Greek Village house is in quarentine after more cases of coronavirus are detected. This is now the sixth Greek Village residence for Fraternities and Sororities to live that have been placed under quarantine since classes resumed at the University two weeks ago. ABC Columbia News has learned, students residing…
Woman accused of pointing gun at Killian Walmart employee arrested
The 36 year old mother is charged with presenting a firearm, unlawful conduct toward a child
Image: RCSD Columbia,SC (WOLO) —- The Richland County Sheriff’s Department has arrested a woman accused of pulling a firearm out in a busy Walmart store. 36 year old Latea Mitchell was arrested at her home Friday morning, nearly a month after the August 1st incident. Officials say Mitchell, who RCSD had her toddler in the shopping cart at the time,…
Area law enforcement gear up State House rallies
Several groups plan to hit the State house Friday and Saturday
Columbia,SC ( WOLO) — There are several groups of protesters who plan to converge at the State House Friday and Saturday. After peaceful protests in May turned violent in the Capital City. While, all groups have various messages about what they are protesting, the common theme is the same, to have their voices seen and in ithe in some cases…
‘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.”…
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…
Former teacher charged with soliciting a minor sentenced to 5 years in prison
Authorities say McWilliams was a middle school teacher accused of having cintacting minor on FB, sending nude photos
(AP/File) Jail cell Columbia, SC (WOLO) —A now former teacher pleaded guilty to Criminal Solicitation of a Minor and was sentenced to ten years in prison Monday. According to Leary McKenzie, the attorney representing Kenneth McWilliams, says his client pleaded guilty during an appearance in appeals court in Florence County. Investigators say between the April 7 and April 10, of…
Governor recognizes Darlington Raceway for contributions made to SC
Nascar expects to welcome 8,000 fans back to the stands September 6th
Governor Henry McMaster spent Wednesday recognizing the Darlington Raceway for its contributions to the state of South Carolina. Dalington Raceway was the first venue to hold a live sporting event following mass cancellations of professional sports because of the pandemic. After starting the racing season without fans, Darlington raceway president Kerry Tharp says he’s excited to be able to welcome…
Sumter needs help finding 14 year old ‘runaway’ missing for days
The teen was last seen 3 days ago after leaving his home around midnight
Image: Sumter Police Sumter, SC (WOLO) — Sumter county is hoping members of the public can help them locate a teenager who has been missing for more than two days. Authorities are asking for your help finding a sumter county teen they say ran away from home. 14-year-old semeon spikes was last seen at his home sunday, according to Sumter…
