Ford’s new robot can deliver packages to your doorstep
The human-like robot, Digit, is integrated with Ford’s autonomous vehicles and can walk up stairs to deliver your packages right to your front door all by itself.
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Fort Jackson set to host Memorial Day ceremony
Columbia, SC (WOLO) — Fort Jackson National Cemetery is getting ready to host a Memorial Day ceremony to honor all of the men and women who paid the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country. Members of the public are invited to commemorate the Federal holiday remembering all branches of the military who died while on active duty in all wars….
AAA Reminder to never leave children, animals in hot cars
Columbia, SC (WOLO) — The Midlands are experience the hottest temperatures we’ve seen so far this year. While summer is still several weeks away, but it sure doesn’t feel like it. With the weather being so steamy, AAA Carolinas wanted to sent out a warning to remind drivers to never leave your children or your animals in the car on…
Click It or Ticket It nationwide campaign underway
Lexington, SC (WOLO) — The Lexington Police Department, in conjunction with law enforcement agencies across the country, have kicked off the beginning of the Click It or Ticket It campaign. The initiative that encourages people to buckle up as we get ready to head in to the memorial day weekend. Click It or Ticket It starts today Monday May 20th,…
Local author, James D. McCallister to discuss new series at event Tuesday
Local author, James McCallister will discuss his new series “Dixiana” at an event Tuesday.
Internet sensation Grumpy Cat who entertained millions, dies at age 7
Grumpy Cat, whose sourpuss expression entertained millions on the internet and spawned hundreds of memes, national television commercials and even a movie, died at age 7.
Fill the Red Truck fundraiser to help Midlands furry friends
NOTE: Dog in image is NOT for adoption Columbia, SC (WOLO) — It’s time for the 11th annual Fill the Red Truck fundraiser aimed at helping raise donations for area dogs and cats. The annual supply drive kicks off Saturday May 18th, 2019 and runs through Sunday May 19th, 2019 from 9AM-5PM both days. Organizers say this is one of…
Free child seat check helps parents click in to proper safety
Lexington, SC (WOLO) — The Lexington Police Department is teaming up with Panera bread for a child seat check event they hope with help you keep your precious cargo safe. Saturday May 18th, 2019 from 11AM until 1 PM, you can stop by the Panera Bread at 5416 Sunset Boulevard in Lexington and make sure the child seat you strap…
College Board to assign “Adversity Score” to test takers SAT results
CNN —The nonprofit group that administers the SAT said Thursday it will assign a score to students who take the test to reflect their social and economic backgrounds. The new score — first reported by the Wall Street Journal — comes amid heightened scrutiny that colleges are facing over the admissions process and the diversity of their student bodies. The…
Free Summer Movies kick off June 7 at Earlewood Park
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Get ready for a free movie under the stars as the City of Columbia’s Summer Movies Series returns Friday, June 7. This year the Summer Movies will take place at Earlewood Park. According to organizers, movies will be shown every other Friday night from June 7 through August 2 in the amphitheater at Earlewood Park located at 1113…
