Author: ABC Columbia Staff

Airman dies at Shaw Air Force Base

SUMTER, SC (WOLO) — Officials at Shaw air force base say an airman died yesterday. At this point, officials are not sharing much information surrounding the death including what may had led to it, but are asking the community to pull together during this difficult time,  and be kind to one another. While the Air Force Base has not had…

Democratic Presidential candidate Bernie Sanders returns to Columbia

ABC News Columbia, SC (WOLO) — Senator Bernie Sanders plan to make a return trip to the Palmetto state this weekend. The Massachusetts Senator is expected to discuss various topic among his Presidential platform including the economy, race, social and environmental justice for all. Senator Sanders has a list of stops he is planning to make during his return visit…

Sober or Slammer initiative gets in full gear ahead of Labor day

(Image: South Carolina Department of Safety) COLUMBIA – We are coming up on the unofficial end to the fun in the sun and as many of you rush to get in that last summer getaway, the South Carolina Department of Public Safety is getting ready to kick off its “Drink. Drive. Die.” Sober or Slammer! campaign. from today August August 14th,…

Head of Catholic Church in SC calls sexual abuse allegations “provably false”

Bishop Guglielmone (Diocese of Charleston) CHARLESTON, SC (WOLO) – The leader of the Catholic Church in South Carolina has responded to a lawsuit accusing him of sexually abusing a minor. The lawsuit filed in State Court in Nassau County, New York by Timothy Powers, alleges that Bishop Robert Guglielmone sexually abused him in 1978-1979, while serving as a priest at…

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…