Author: ABC Columbia Staff

Ford recalls brand new Explorer, Lincoln Aviator that may roll when in park

Ford has issued a recall for some of its brand new vehicles that were made in Chicago, citing safety concerns. The automaker warned consumers that it needs to fix 2020 models of the Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator. According to Ford officials, the vehicles are missing a part that could cause them to roll while in park. The recalled cars…

Carolina Panther cheerleaders, mascot lift spirits at the Dorn VA

Columbia, SC (WOLO) — Football season is right around the corner and today the patients at the Dorn Veterans Administration Hospital held a pep rally of their own. Tuesday morning the Carolina Panthers cheerleaders,  known as the Top Cats along with their mascot Sir Purr stopped by to visit with the hospital’s patients and staff. The folks at the Dorn…

Body of missing swimmer found near Wacca Wache Landing

Horry/Georgetown Co.,(WOLO)—  SCDNR Aquatic Investigations and Recovery (A.I.R.) dive team has located the body of a swimmer that’s been missing since this weekend. SCDNR officials say they recovered the body around 8PM Monday at night after two days of searching. Officials say the body of the 21-year-old man from Pawleys Island man’s body was located in the same area witnesses…

12 year old CEO, entrepreneur joins 1 Million Cups meet and greet at Richland library

(Image: GabbyBows.com) Columbia,SC (WOLO) —- This Wednesday August 19th the company, 1Million Cups campain are hosting an event where you’ll get the chance to meet and learn from a young lady who already has her head in bows and business. 12 year old Gabby Goodwin has found her niche’. After suffering with low self esteem she decided to find a…

911 Centers get more than $2 million dollars to upgrade current state system

Columbia, SC (WOLO) —9-1-1 call centers in the state may soon have much needed improvement headed their way. The U.S Department of Commerce and the U.S. Transportation Department announced South Carolina has received a more than $2.3 million dollar grant to upgrade 9-1-1 call centers throughout the state. A spokesperson for the Departments says the funds will allow for new…

Cases of the measles nationwide continues growing

Columbia, SC (WOLO) —The measles outbreak in the United States is showing no signs of letting up. As of Friday, The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said the number of cases has now reached 1,182. While we had been seeing an increase in cases being reported this year, that latest number is still  an increase with an average…

South Carolina ranked third worst state to have a baby

Columbia, SC (WOLO) — South Carolina is not making the grade when it comes to expanding your family. According to a study published by http://www.wallethub.com/‎ , South Carolina is the third worst state to have a baby. The study was based on numbers like, low birth weights, Obgyn’s per capita, and infant mortality rates. Only Mississippi and Alabama scored lower….

Columbia City Hall glows orange today for gun violence prevention

Columbia, SC (WOLO) — The beige City Hall structure along Main street downtown Columbia (1737 Main Street, Columbia, SC) is going to look just a little bit different tonight. Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin requested the building be illuminated in the color orange. The move is to recognize what city leaders call a gun violence epidemic happening in 0ur community and…