Authorities investigating fire at marina in Fairfield County
The cause of a fire at a Fairfield County marina and restaurant is under investigation.
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UPDATE: Lexington County deputies arrest man suspected of a series of car break-ins
UPDATE: The Lexington County Sheriff’s Department says Wilber Leon Calloway was located and arrested.
Recycle your Christmas tree at Grinding of the Greens
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–It’s that time of year, Keep the Midlands Beautiful invites you to recycle your Christmas tree at Grinding of the Greens. From December 26-January 13, you can drop your Christmas tree off at the following locations: Richland County Caughman Rd Park 2733 Trotter Rd, Hopkins M-F 2-9 PM, Sat 9 AM – 8 PM, Sun – 1-6 PM Closed….
USGS reports Fifth Earthquake near Elgin
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– A Fifth Earthquake, centered near Elgin, occurred early Wednesday. According to the USGS, the earthquake registered a 2.4 magnitude, centered near Elgin, SC. The quake occurred at 4:12 this morning (12-29-21). More info: #sctweets https://t.co/K81FzaCWwy https://t.co/9GK2zfJQF3 This is the fifth low-magnitude earthquake reported in the area since Monday. Categories: Local News Tags: Magnitude Earthquake
Free rides home for New Year Eve revelers
Local cab company wants to make sure you get home safe this NYE
Columbia, SC (WOLO) — You might have the best intentions for celebrating New Year’s Eve this Friday but if you or your designated driver are unable to drive safely, you can still get a free ride home. K.W. Beverage and Checker Yellow Cab are partnering to help bring residents home safely. Cabs will be stationed at the locations listed below…
Government agrees to extend SNAP benefits
Those who qualified for emergency SNAP benefits will get a little more time
Columbia, SC (WOLO) — The more than 300-thousand households in South Carolina receiving emergency snap benefits will get those benefits for at least another month. A spokesperson for the Governor and President Biden announcing Tuesday the Palmetto state has been granted an extension for January and will go month-to month on the program moving forward. The U.S.D.A estimates 303 thousand…
DHEC urges South Carolinians to get flu shot
Health officials say flu and COVID have such similar traits getting vaccinated helps
Columbia, SC (WOLO) — The Department of Health and Environmental Control , (DHEC) is urging South Carolinians to get a flu shot. This is because health officials say the Flu and COVID-19 can have similar symptoms. Since it’s hard to tell what you are actually dealing with, they are suggesting you get vaccinated and tested. Health experts say anyone with…
Local Living: Local Holiday Pet Adoption and Concerts
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COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– In our look at Local Living, Colonial Life Arena announced two upcoming concerts. On Friday, February 4, 2022 Hip Hop legend Master P brings his ‘No-Limit Reunion Tour to Columbia. Tickets go on sale this Friday on line, click here https://www.ticketmaster.com/ On January 21, 2022 multi-platinum selling Country Artists ‘Alabama’ will perform at Colonial Life Arena with…
SC Holiday travel and traffic: Troopers out in full force
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–If you are hitting the road, you won’t have to worry about construction delaying your trip. The SC Department of Transportation says crews will not close lanes on interstates or other roadways unless there is an emergency through January 3, 2022. One thing you will see more of though, is the highway patrol. SC State Troopers are conducting…
Prices at the pump down in the Midlands ahead of New Year
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–There is some relief for drivers this week, prices at the pump are down. Gas prices in Columbia have dropped nearly two cents in the last week. Drivers are paying an average $2.87 a gallon , according to Gas Buddy. The national average has fallen 4 cents a gallon, it now stands at $3.25 a gallon. Categories: Local…
