Author: ABC Columbia Staff

Benedict College student one of only 10 across the country to get full scholarship to study abroad

(photo: Benedict College) Columbia, SC (WOLO) — Benedict College student is one of ten students from across the country chosen to earn the prestigious Frederick Douglas Global Fellowship. 2022 graduate, Henry Seyu is the first Benedict College student to be awarded the honor that will give Seyu a full scholarship to study abroad in London, England this summer. While across…

Columbia police arrest man accused of shooting at friend along busy road

(Photo: CPD) Columbia, SC (WOLO ) —  The Columbia police department has arrested 30 year old Javaris Hammonds Blanks accused of shooting a man riding with him in the car following an argument between the two.  According to police Blanks turned himself into authorities Tuesday April 16th, 2019 without incident. Officials say Blanks has been charged with attempted murder. According…

Easter comes early at the Governor’s mansion

Columbia, SC (WOLO) —Easter weekend came early Tuesday afternoon for some special kids at the Governors Mansion. Patients from Palmetto Health Children’s Hospital took part in the Governor’s annual Easter egg hunt. families we spoke with say today’s event was a great way to get a break from the hospital. The Easter egg hunt was first organized back in 1986…