Speakers set to hold “roast” of Vice President Kamala Harris at USC’s Russell House spark backlash
Two speakers scheduled for an event at the University of South Carolina’s Russell House are sparking controversy both on and off campus.
Author: Lee Williams
USC’s School of Music to celebrate its 100th birthday with special concert
The University of South Carolina’s School of Music is turning 100 years old, and they’re hoping you will join in the celebration.
Water stations installed for residents of Rapid Shelter Columbia
New water stations are now available at Rapid Shelter Columbia — providing its temporary residents with an easier way to stay hydrated.
Cybersecurity experts collaborate with state leaders at inaugural conference
Members of an organization called the SC Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity, or SC CIC (“Kick”), joined together with state leaders in West Columbia for an educational conference.
“God has his hand on this place” — First Baptist Church of Gaston celebrates its 200th anniversary
GASTON, SC (WOLO) — First Baptist Church of Gaston is celebrating its 200th anniversary — and members are hoping you’ll be a part of their special services. Pastor Brady Henderson says the church got its start in 1824 with just 21 people — most of them local sharecroppers and farmers, now buried at the church’s cemetery. In the past three…
McMaster extends Abandoned Building Tax Credit for 10 years
Governor Henry McMaster held a ceremonial signing today at Savage Craft Ale Works in West Columbia — extending the Abandoned Building Tax Credit Bill for another 10 years.
City leaders say new $20 million project will make it easier to access, enjoy riverfront
Leaders with the City of Columbia say their new Williams Street Extension Project has one primary goal — to make it easier for Columbia’s citizens and visitors to enjoy the view.
RCSD: Man arrested in connection with shooting at Kroger
Sheriff Leon Lott has announced the arrest of 50-year-old Lateef Karim Carnegie for the shooting that occurred at the Kroger grocery store on Killian Road on Sunday, Aug. 18.
Two Columbia-Richland firefighters injured on West Beltline Boulevard
According to the Columbia-Richland Fire Department, two firefighters were injured late Saturday night while fighting a massive two-alarm fire.
Sumter woman charged after man shot, killed
According to the Sumter Police Department, a local woman is charged with murder following a domestic-related shooting death Sunday morning.
