Author: Rob Dew

Ambassador Haley Refutes Claim That 25th Amendment was Ever Discussed

New York, NY (WOLO, CNN)– UN Ambassador and former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley weighed in on the situation surrounding Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein Monday. Rosenstein is scheduled to meet with President Donald Trump Thursday following reports Monday that he would be fired or hand in his resignation. That came after Friday reports that Rosenstein floated the idea of…

Midlands Schools Announce Monday Plans

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)– Midlands schools announce schedules for Monday 9/17.  ABC Columbia News will update each district as they come in. The following schools will be open: Lexington One Lexington Two Lexington Three Lexington Four Lexington/Richland 5 Orangeburg Three Orangeburg Four Orangeburg Five Richland One Richland Two Sumter Co. Schools Kershaw Co. is on a 2 hour delay Bethesda Christian…

Columbia Relief Taking Donations for Florence Victims

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–One organization is putting together the relief effort right here in the Midlands. Columbia Relief has set up drop off locations across the area for items storm victims may need. The organization is working in partnership with Harvest Hope, the Red Cross, the United Way and other organizations. They’re looking for items like cleaning supplies, toiletries, clothing, food,…

Rain From Florence Continues Sunday

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–Tropical Depression Florence continues to drop rain throughout the Midlands, with continues showers and wind all afternoon.  The stop also continues to hit the NC/SC boarder very hard. Categories: Local News, News, Weather

Comet to Resume Bus Service

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)– According to a press release COMET, Central Midlands Transit, will resume limited bus service on Sunday 9/16 and full service on Monday 9/17. Service had been suspended during Tropical Storm Florence. Sunday, COMET will offer dial-a-ride service. According to the release, customers can call (803) 255-7100 for a ride starting at 11:00 a.m., at least one hour…

New Jobs Website in SC

Job seekers in South Carolina have a new resource. Tuesday the State Department of Administration launched a new recruitment web site, careers.sc.gov. The new web site allows users to search for and apply for state jobs, as well as information on living and working in the Palmetto State. A press release contained quotes from the agency’s director, “State employees provide…

CPD Investigating After Car Crashes Into House

Courtesy: @ColumbiaPDSC Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)– Columbia police say a man was sitting on his couch in his home on Slighs Ave. Monday afternoon when a car crashed through the window. Investigators say it appears that the female driver was likely speeding and lost control. According to police the man was taken to a nearby hospital for observation, charges are pending…

Lexington Coroner Hopes to Reunite Items with Loved Ones

Lexington Co., S.C. (WOLO)–The Lexington County Coroner’s Office is hoping to reunite items belonging to those who have passed away with their loved ones. Coroner Margaret Fisher says  the return of personal items, although difficult and upsetting for families, may help preserve memories and hold strong emotional meanings. The coroner’s office provided a list of those who’s personal items need…