Author: Rob Dew

Authorities believe missing teen may be in Midlands

Courtesy: Center for Missing and Exploited Children Summerville, S.C. (WOLO)–Authorities say a teen missing for almost a year may be in the Midlands. According to the Center for Missing and Exploited Children Alizay’e Harley was last seen in Summerville on March 10th of 2018. Officials believe she may be in Orangeburg or Columbia or possibly the Charlotte area. If you…

Airport HS students raise money for Camp Kemo

W. Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)– Raising money with a bang. Tuesday afternoon students at Airport High School raised money by charging their classmates and teachers five dollars to hit an SUV with a sledgehammer. The event is part of a fundraiser for Camp Kemo. Students say its a fun way to get out some of the stress of school. Some of…

Firetruck hit by 18 Wheeler

Courtesy: CFD Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)– Some Columbia firefighters are lucky to be alive after their truck was hit by an 18 wheeler. It happened on I-20 Wednesday morning when the firefighters were responding to another accident. A spokesperson for the fire department tweeted pictures from the accident Wednesday afternoon. Fire officials say the crew on the truck was taken to…

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:…