October marks Disability Employment Awareness Month in South Carolina. In honor of that, an annual summit was held on Wednesday for employers about how to build a more inclusive workplace.
October brings attention to breast cancer, by raising awareness of treatment, research and prevention. One local company is going a step above the rest, by offering a free home cleaning to a patient undergoing treatment.
Gilbert, S.C. (WOLO) — A Lexington teen is making a difference in the Gilbert community, by building a box and filling it with items to bless anyone who may be in need. Rightfully named, the ‘Blessing Box’ is in Gilbert where it’s maintained and stocked daily. “There is love in the community, and they will help to make sure…
More than $15,000 has been raised in just days for one local veteran who lost his leg after being hit by an alleged drunk driver.
On Thursday, an elderly woman in Columbia had her window replaced free of charge after a bullet went through it earlier this year.
Lexington, S.C. (WOLO) — Playing with a pet can have a huge impact on a senior citizen’s well-being. If they’re dealing with loneliness, that animal can become family. Having a pet can help senior citizens who might be dealing with depression or feel lonely. “They’ve brought us so much joy. Gives us a lot of reasons to smile and…
Chapin, S.C. (WOLO) — Tuesday marks an important milestone for one Chapin couple, as they celebrate 70 years of marriage. Harold and Susie Hoffman were married 70 years ago on Sept. 24 in a small town in Illinois. After living in Pittsburgh for most of their marriage, they moved to South Carolina about 30 years ago. But it all…
Officers are working to identify a suspect after two people were shot early Friday morning at South Carolina State University. School police said they first responded to reports of shots fired at about 2 a.m.
Fairfield Co., S.C. (WOLO) — It’s been almost two years, and there’s still no leads in a Fairfield Co. hit and run that left one man dead. Authorities are asking for the public’s help, as they continue to search for the suspect who drove away. A memorial now marks the spot where Tavares March was found. On Nov. 19,…
It’s considered the worst hurricane to hit South Carolina in modern history, and it happened 30 years ago this week. Even the Midlands were impacted by Hurricane Hugo.
