RCSD asking for held identifying suspect accused of armed robbery at a Waffle House
Richland County deputies are searching for a suspect accused of an armed robbery at a Waffle House last week.
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Columbia Fire Dept. puts out house fire on Old Woodlands Road, no injuries
A Columbia home has extensive damage after it caught fire this morning.
Lexington County Coroner identifies teen found shot to death outside apartments
Lexington Police have made an arrest in connection with the shooting
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)– The Lexington County Coroner has identified a teen who was found shot to death Saturday night. According to Coroner Margaret Fisher, 15 year old Zeloni Canyus Ellison, of Lexington was pronounced dead at the scene due to multiple gunshot wounds to the upper body. Fisher says Ellison was found dead outside an apartment located in the 300…
City of Columbia hosting Lifesavers Blood Drive in February
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– The City of Columbia is doing its part to help with the severe blood shortage across the state. Right now the Red Cross says there is a critical need for blood. The City and Mayor Daniel Rickenmann are hosting the 12th annual Columbia Lifesavers Blood drive. It will take place Friday, February 11 from 9:00 to 3:00…
Lexington Police make arrest in connection with shooting death of teen
Lexington, SC (WOLO)– Lexington Police say they have made an arrest in connection with an overnight shooting death of a 15 year old male at the Town & Country Apartments. Courtesy Lexington Police According to Police, around 10:45 p.m., officers were dispatched to a shooting at 301 Roberts Street. When officers arrived, they say they found a 15-year-old victim who…
SC State University postpones celebration Parade
The parade was scheduled for Sunday, January 30
ORANGEBURG, SC (WOLO)– SC State University has postponed its Parade of Champions set for Sunday, January 30 at 12:30pm. The Parade was meant to celebrate the SC State Football Teams Championship win. The University says the parade has been postponed due to COVID-19 cases among student-athletes The University says no new date has been set. Statement from SC State University:…
DHEC hosting free COVID-19 vaccination clinics across SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– DHEC is hosting free vaccination clinics. According to State Health officials, all South Carolinians age 5* and older can now get the COVID-19 vaccine. *The Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine is approved for those 5 and older. Moderna and Janssen (Johnson & Johnson) vaccines are approved for 18 and up. DHEC Vaccination Line 1-866-365-8110 Weekdays, 8a.m.- 6p.m. To find a…
Parts of the Midlands see very light Snow
Some places woke up to a dusting of snow Saturday morning
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) — A few areas saw a very light dusting of Snow overnight. Some people in the Northeast woke up Saturday to cars lightly covered in snow. Light dusting snow Northeast This is the third weekend in a row that parts of South Carolina and Columbia, and other Midlands areas experienced winter weather. Categories: Local News Tags:…
SC Winter Weather tips
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– The South Carolina Emergency Management Division urges Midlands residents to stay off the roads for unnecessary travel if winter weather approaches. If you have to drive with ice or sleet or snow on the grounds, make sure you check your car’s fluids, battery and tires. Officials say you should insulate water pipes to prevent them from freezing,…
Local Living: “Spring Break Camp”, “Annual Black Market” and more!
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Columbia, SC (WOLO) — Here is a look at some of the events happening in your Local Living. South Carolina State Museum Spring Break Camp Although it may not seem like it with these freezing temperatures — spring break for the kids will be here before we know it. If you’re looking for some plans the South Carolina State Museum…
