Author: Rob Dew

Ft. Jackson Police arrest suspect wanted in Fairfield Co.

Courtesy: ASG Detention Center Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)– A spokesperson for Fort Jackson says a woman wanted in Fairfield County was arrested trying to get on the base Tuesday night. Investigators say Jazzmine Thompson, 21,  was wanted for possession of a weapon during a violent crime and shooting into a building. A base spokesperson says the woman was pepper sprayed and…

Downed trees, power lines reported throughout Midlands

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–Powerful storms and possible tornadoes blew through the Midlands early Sunday night. Agencies across Richland and Lexington Counties reported trees and power lines down. Columbia police reported downed trees and blocked roads on Price St, Lincoln St., and Betsy Dr. As well as Saluda River Rd., Timothy Rd., and Jacob Rd. Lexington Co. also reported storm damage: There…

Harvest Hope announces first female board chair

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)– Tuesday Harvest Hope announced it has elected its first female board chair. The food bank announced that Bank of America Assistant Vice President Erinn Rowe will take over the position. Harvest Hope began its mission back in 1981. According to the organization harvest hope distributed more than 22 million meals in 2018. Categories: Local News, News, State

Deputies searching for missing man

Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)–Richland Co. Deputies are searching for a missing man. Investigators say Alex Williams, 43, was last seen at his care facility on Hardscrabble Rd. on the night of February 23rd. He is 5’5″ and weighs approximately 175 lbs. Deputies say Mr. Williams has a medical condition that needs attention. If you know where he is call the…

Dabo Swinney addresses state lawmakers

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)– State lawmakers had a special visitor Tuesday afternoon. Clemson Head Football Coach Dabo Swinney addressed a joint session of the house and senate. The legislature recognized Clemson’s second national championship in three years. Coach Swinney urged lawmakers to work together despite their differences. Swinney also addressed the legislature when the Tigers won the title in 2017. Categories:…

Residents report strange odor in NE Richland Co.

Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)–  Some folks in Northeast Richland County awoke to a strange odor Tuesday morning. The Columbia Fire Department says they received several calls. A spokesperson for the department says with the wind blowing the way it was Tuesday morning, it was likely the odor from nearby landfills. Categories: Local News, News, Richland

Hootie and the Blowfish add third Columbia Show on upcoming tour

Hootie and the Blowfish Tour Logo 2019, image courtesy Hootie/Twitter image from CLA Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–Due to what Colonial Life Arena calls “overwhelming demand”  Hootie and the Blowfish have added a third Columbia appearance to their Group Therapy tour. Darius Rucker and co. will appear at CLA on Wednesday, Sept. 11. The group is also performing at the arena on…