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Police investigating Fatal Shooting near apartments in Sumter

One man was shot as he was walking near Hannah Street

SUMTER, SC (WOLO)– Sumter Police are investigating a fatal shooting Sunday off Hannah Street. Police say the Sumter County Coroner identified the victim as 31 year old Bryan Myers. Police say Myers was shot after he was approached by at least two people while he was walking away from an apartment complex. Officers are working to identify those involved. Police…

SC Dept. of Corrections Investigating Inmate hostage situation over weekend

An inmate at Broad River held his cellmate hostage for about 20 minutes Saturday, say Corrections officials

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Charges are pending for an inmate accused of holding his cellmate hostage on Saturday. According to the South Carolina Department of Corrections, an inmate at Broad River held his cellmate hostage for about 20 minutes on Saturday. Corrections officials say the situation was resolved peacefully after officers intervened. No one was injured. A cellphone and a homemade…

Columbia Animal Services offering October Adoption Special

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– You can bring home a furry friend in October.  Columbia Animal Services says it is offering an October adoption special now through October 31, 2021. All dog and cat adoption will be $20. All adoptions will include spay/neuter, micro-chip, feline leukemia/heartworm test, initial vaccines, and deworming.  WHO: Columbia Animal Services  WHEN: Now until October 31, 2021  WHERE: 127 Humane Lane,…

DHEC hosting free vaccine clinics, urging vaccinations

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– South Carolina Health officials continue to urge anyone who is eligible to get the Coronavirus vaccine. There are free vaccine clinics across the state, for a link click here https://scdhec.gov/covid19/covid-19-vaccine On Friday, SC DHEC reported 1,333 new cases of COVID-19 and 119 new deaths. The percent positive reported was 6.4%.   Categories: Local News Tags: DHEC

Headed to the game? Masks required at Williams Brice Stadium

University of South Carolina is requiring masks at home football games

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Grab that mask! The University of South Carolina is requiring masks at home football games, according to an email sent out by the school. The news follows a citywide mask mandate, enacted by the City of Columbia on Sept. 8, requiring masks even at “crowded outdoor spaces”. According to USC, “the City of Columbia is solely responsible”…