Author: Rob Dew
Local News, News, Richland

Richland Deputies Seeking Stalking Suspect

Rob Dew,

Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)–Deputies in Richland County are looking for Antwon Boatwright. Investigators say he is wanted for stalking. According to deputies they responded on January 26th to a call in reference to Boatwright making numerous recorded threats to the victim dating back to September of last year. Deputies say the victim issued a no-contact letter in November. If you…
Local News, News, State

FBI: LA Sex Assault Suspect Could Be In Area

Rob Dew,

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–The FBI says a man wanted in a series of sexual assaults in California may be in the Midlands. This afternoon the bureau’s Columbia field office tweeted out a picture of Greg Carlson. They say he is wanted in connection with multiple sexual assaults in Los Angeles. If you see Carlson or know where he is call police….
Lexington, Local News, News

UPDATE: Airport HS assistant principal fired, investigated for alleged “unprofessional relationship with a student”

Rob Dew, ABC Columbia Staff,

Photo Courtesy:ahs.lex2.org UPDATE (5:00 p.m.) – The Lexington School District Two revealed that Diimler was terminated by the Board of Trustees after the district’s investigation into allegations that she might be involved in an unprofessional relationship with a student. According to a news release sent Tuesday (2/13), during that investigation, the district became aware of facts indicating the possibility of…
News, State

Gov. McMaster Tours Damage, Reception Site

Rob Dew,

A spokesperson with the governor’s office says Governor Henry McMaster will hold a media briefing with state and local emergency response officials today, Sunday, February 4 at approximately 10:00 AM. The governor will update the public on the Pine Ridge train incident.
Lexington, Local News, News, State

Amtrak Officials Briefing Passengers Following Crash

Rob Dew,

Photo Courtesy: @LCSD_News   Lexington Co., S.C. (WOLO)–Deputies with the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department say Michael Jerew from the Amtrak Raleigh office is now briefing the passengers of the Amtrak crash who are at the reception site. Deputies say officials are working to clear the train of all luggage and belongings and get those items to the rightful owners. Deputies…

CPD Searching for Stolen Pit Bull

Rob Dew,

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–Investigators with the Columbia Police Department are searching for two suspects they say stole a pit bull from the Columbia Animal Shelter on Humane Lane. Police Say the suspects were caught on camera.   If you have any information on where the dog may be call the Columbia Police Department or Crimestoppers at 1-888-CRIME-SC.
News, State

Gov. Declares Feb. Vulnerable Adult Awareness Month

Rob Dew,

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–  February 2018 is officially Vulnerable Adult Awareness month in South Carolina. A spokesperson for the Department of Social Services says the governor’s declaration gives the agency a chance to highlight its Adult Advocacy Division. According to DSS a vulnerable adult is,  “a person 18 or older who has a physical or mental condition which prevents the individual…
News, State, Sumter

Shaw Pilots to Fly Over Super Bowl LII

Rob Dew,

Shaw Air Force Base, S.C. (WOLO)–  A spokesperson for Shaw Air Force Base says the Air Combat Command F-16 Viper Demonstration Team will fly over the Super Bowl this Sunday in Minneapolis. Air Force officials say they team is capable of performing precision areal maneuvers to show off the capabilities of the F-16 Fighting Falcon. A Shaw Spokesperson adds, that…
News, State

Officials: Lottery Funds for State Not Affected by Glitch

Associated Press, Rob Dew,

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ South Carolina lottery officials say the money they give the state for school buses and college scholarships won’t be affected this year by a Christmas Day glitch that left the lottery potentially owing $33 million to players. But interim South Carolina Education Lottery Executive Director Hogan Brown says it depends on an investigation and probable lawsuits…
Local News, News, Politics, State

Governor Urges SC Residents to Stand During Anthem

Rob Dew, ABC Columbia Staff,

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–The Super Bowl is this Sunday and Gov. Henry McMaster wants to make sure you take time to honor our nation’s flag. Tuesday afternoon the governor issued a proclamation urging South Carolinians to stand when Pink sings the national anthem before Sunday’s game. The request follows a season of controversy surrounding the anthem at NFL games where some…

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