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Ten-year-old becomes honorary law enforcement officer

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Ten-year-old DJ Daniel dreams of being a police officer, and with help from law enforcement officers all over the state and the nation, DJ’s dream is coming true. DJ is battling both brain and spinal cancer. He set a goal to be sworn in by 100 law enforcement agencies this year. After his honorary commissioning ceremony tonight, more…

Local Living: Laser Lights and Miracle League Columbia

Local Living on ABC Columbia brought to you by MUSC Health

Local Living on ABC Columbia is brought to you by MUSC Health COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– In our look at Local Living, registration for the City of Columbia’s Miracle League Fall Baseball season is now open. The City’s Parks and Recreation Department says the baseball program provides a safe and enjoyable team sport experience for young athletes with special needs. Games…

Tax Free Weekend in SC kicks off in August

SC Sales Tax Holiday takes place Friday, August 5, through Sunday, August 7

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- If you are looking to save a little cash on back to school spending, you can check out the tax free weekend. According to the South Carolina Department of Revenue, items like school supplies, clothing and computers can be purchased tax free during South Carolina’s annual 72-hour Sales Tax Holiday. The 2022 Tax Free Weekend takes place…

A look at falling Gas Prices in SC

Prices at the pump are down again

ABC Columbia image COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–Looking to fill up at the pump this weekend? Gas prices continue to drop. According to Gas Buddy, drivers in the Midlands are paying an average of $3.85 a gallon. The state average is just a little higher at $4.05 a gallon. South Carolina ranks as one of the cheapest states in the country to…