COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)-The NCAA tournament could be bringing a lot of madness to the capitol city this weekend and city officials say they’re prepared for it. The court is set for some of the best teams in the country to ball out during March Madness. “We’re putting forward our best southern hospitality and using this as a platform to promote Columbia…
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- The NCAA tournament is expected to be the champion for revenue in the capitol city this weekend. “It’s drawing in interest beyond the scope of just basketball fans,” Stephen Shapiro, USC Associate professor said. The NCAA men’s basketball tournament is bringing in sports fans from across the globe to the Columbia. “The amount of exposure that you’re getting across…
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- For the first time in nearly 50 years the NCAA tournament returns to Columbia. On Sunday night fans gathered at Tin Roof in downtown to see which teams will compete in the first and second rounds of the NCAA mans basketball tournament. Some Gamecock fans weren’t too excited to see their team didn’t make it,while others are hype…
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Former U.S. Housing Secretary and now presidential candidate Julián Castro campaigned in the capital city Sunday. Castro held a meet and greet at the Charles Boykins Law Office, where he talked about issues that he feels needs to be addressed and changed. Among the topics he discussed, healthcare, gun control and affordable housing. Categories: Local News, National News,…
A number of Louisiana residents unhappy with their tax return are about to get even more mad. The state announced that a computer error earlier this week accidentally gave some people double the refund they expected. And no, they will not get to keep it. Louisiana officials have already begun recouping what amounted to $26 million in duplicate refunds. (STOCK PHOTO/Getty Images) A…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-State lawmakers met with Carolina Panthers owners on Monday to discuss bringing training facilities and headquarters to South Carolina. “Team South Carolina is a phrase we’ve been using for a number of years, but it really is a reality,” Governor Henry McMaster said at a press conference.”We’re moving as fast as we can without making any mistakes.” McMaster…
LEXINGTON,SC (WOLO)- Lexington Police are advising residents to be aware when parking at local businesses after a string of car break-ins. “If they can see the purse then they’re going to break the window and they’re going to grab it,” Cameron Moretenson with the Lexington Police Department said. The thieves, hide in plain sight. “We’re finding video where we see…
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- SCE&G customers who were feeling skeptical about the Dominion Energy merger finally had a chance to end their curiosity at a meet and greet Monday evening. Customers were concerned when they found out the company wasn’t going to follow through on the promise to give them $1,000 reimbursement check. instead the energy giant decided to reduce your bill…
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)-Police are investigating a shooting in Columbia. The incident happened around 2p.m. in the 1500 block of Carousel Circle. Witnesses tell police that two male acquaintances were arguing before the shooting occurred. One victims was injured in the upper and lower body. Police have not given an update on the victim’s condition. Police say they’re working on strong leads. Anyone…
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- An investigation is underway after a cyclist was hit and killed by a car Saturday night in Richland county. The incident happened at 10:30p.m. in the 6700 block of Lower Richland Boulevard in Hopkins. Richland County Coroner Gary Watts identified the victim as Marcus Anderson, 30, of Columbia. Anderson was transported from the scene by Richland County…
