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Irmo High School names Dr. Kaaren Hampton as new principal

Mar 15, 2022 2:48 PM EDT

Mike Olson,

“It is an honor to have the opportunity to serve as the principal of Irmo High School,” Hampton said. “Irmo has a special place in my heart as an alum and I look forward to continuing the tradition of excellence.”

Authorities urge caution after reports of large cat sighting in Calhoun County

Mar 15, 2022 2:05 PM EDT

Mike Olson,

The Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office says a large cat sighting was reported in the 400 block of Valley Ridge Road.

Mental health advocates call for lawmakers to prioritize suicide prevention initiatives in SC

Mar 15, 2022 12:34 PM EDT

Mike Olson,

Mental health advocates here in South Carolina are calling on lawmakers to prioritize suicide prevention and mental health initiatives in the state.

Lexington County warns of ongoing scam

Mar 15, 2022 12:02 AM EDT

ABC Columbia Staff,

Lexington, SC (WOLO) — There’s scam alert this evening in Lexington County. Deputies say several people have received a call from someone claiming to be Lieutenant Mark Daniels. The call claims there is a warrant for their arrest that can be cleared by sending $2700 dollars on a cash card. Deputies say this is a scam. They will never ask…

Richland Co. to begin spraying to reduce mosquito population

Richland county officials say they'll begin spraying in a few months

Mar 14, 2022 11:44 PM EDT

ABC Columbia Staff,

Richland Co., SC (WOLO) — Richland County officials say they will begin spraying for mosquitoes in the coming months. Officials say when a spray truck is nearby, residents should remain indoors to allow the driver to thoroughly cover the area. you can help keep the mosquito population down by taking a few simple steps. Empty, overturn or remove water-holding containers…

SC lawmakers weigh in on conflict in Ukraine at law school roundtable

Mar 14, 2022 7:55 PM EDT

Alex Tejada,

“If Putin comes out of this standing and the Ukraine is destroyed, the world order as we know collapses,” Graham warns.

Good Morning America coming to USC

Mar 14, 2022 6:50 PM EDT

Miya Payton,

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – Good Morning America is coming to Columbia on Tuesday, March 15th. GMA’s Rise and Shine crew will be at the University of South Carolina starting at 7 a..m. The show is also a homecoming for GMA’s Kenneth Moton, Eva Pilgrim, and Sarah Messer who are all University of South Carolina alums. “Everyone knows we’re from South…

Local Living: Columbia Animal Services hosting adoption special, Keep the Midlands Beautiful hosting shoe drive and more!

Mar 14, 2022 5:56 PM EDT

Mike Olson,

Local Living: Columbia Animal Services hosting adoption special, Keep the Midlands Beautiful hosting shoe drive and more!

South Carolina fires men’s basketball coach Frank Martin

Mar 14, 2022 2:52 PM EDT

Mike Gillespie,

University of South Carolina Director of Athletics Ray Tanner announced Monday that Frank Martin is no longer the head men’s basketball coach, effective immediately.

CPD: Woman charged in connection with August 2021 fatal shooting

Mar 14, 2022 1:26 PM EDT

Mike Olson,

The Columbia Police Department says officers have charged a 29-year-old woman in connection with a fatal shooting in August 2021.

Local News

Irmo High School names Dr. Kaaren Hampton as new principal

Authorities urge caution after reports of large cat sighting in Calhoun County

Mental health advocates call for lawmakers to prioritize suicide prevention initiatives in SC

Lexington County warns of ongoing scam

Richland Co. to begin spraying to reduce mosquito population

Richland county officials say they'll begin spraying in a few months

SC lawmakers weigh in on conflict in Ukraine at law school roundtable

Good Morning America coming to USC

Local Living: Columbia Animal Services hosting adoption special, Keep the Midlands Beautiful hosting shoe drive and more!

South Carolina fires men’s basketball coach Frank Martin

CPD: Woman charged in connection with August 2021 fatal shooting

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