Events

Watch: Law Enforcement Honors

Columbia,S.C.( WOLO) — Law enforcement officials put their lives on the line everyday to serve and protect the community. Today those who’ve paid the ultimate sacrifice are being remembered. And a Cook Out is being held for our area first responders for all the work they do in Midlands neighborhoods. We also take a look at a picture that’s gone…

The Midlands Goes Green

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — The Midlands is going green. Saturday is Richland Recycles Day. Be sure to head over to the South Carolina State Fair Grounds and drop off your recycling for free.  Richland County residents can drop off electronics, tires, used cooking oil, paint, mattresses and much more. The recycling day runs from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Last year,…

Watch: Put Guns Down Now

Columbia,S.C. (WOLO) —  A cold case in the shooting death of 14 year old Najeer Buggs has spurred community action. Dozens gathered at Lorick Park Monday to announce the Put down the Guns movement. It’s all an effort to keep kid here in Columbia safe. Authorities say Buggs was a good kid, had no gang affiliations and was shot along…

Lexington Police Dept. Raises Funds for Relay for Life

LEXINGTON, S.C. (WOLO) — You have a chance to grab a bite to eat, all while joining in on the fight to end cancer. The Lexington Police Department will be at different Chick-fil-A locations collecting donations for Relay for Life. Monday, the Lexington Police Department will be at the Chick-fil-A Saluda Pointe, located at 4295 Sunset Boulevard, from 6:30 a.m. to 9:30…

RCSD Offers Church Safety Training

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — Church safety has become a top concern following the Charleston church shooting at Emanuel AME. The Richland County Sheriff’s Department Training Division will host a free training session geared specifically for church security teams. The training session will take place Monday, May 9, from 6:00 p.m until 10:00 p.m. at the department’s training division headquarters located at 6429 Bishop Avenue….

Fort Jackson Hosts SC Special Olympics

FORT JACKSON, S.C. (AP) _ Fort Jackson is hosting 1,400 athletes during a two-day celebration of the South Carolina Special Olympics. At 6 p.m. Friday, a torch bearer begins running a 7-mile course from the South Carolina Statehouse in Columbia to Fort Jackson for the opening ceremonies. A parade of the athletes, cauldron lighting and musical entertainment follow at the…

South Carolina Celebrates Senior Citizens

Matt Perron COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — South Carolina is celebrating its senior citizens. Thursday is Senior Day at the State House.    It’s all a part of Older American’s Month. The Lieutenant Governor’s Office on Aging, in partnership with event sponsors AARP South Carolina, Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina, and Walgreens, will welcome over 600 South Carolina senior…

National Day of Prayer at the State House

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — People will gather at the State House to bow their heads and raise their hands in prayer. Thursday is the National Day of Prayer.   It happens on the first Thursday of May every year. This year’s theme is “Wake Up America.” The official observance will be held from noon until 1:00 p.m. on the North Steps…