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Lexington, Local News

Lexington PD investigating car break-ins at apartment complex

Police say numerous vehicles had windows broken and items stolen
Crysty Vaughan,

LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)– Lexington Police say they are investigating a series of car break-ins at Lullwater at Saluda Pointe apartment complex. Police say they responded to numerous vehicles with windows broken and items stolen to include several handguns. Police say it happened around 2am. According to Police, in some incidents, back passenger windows were broken to steal things that had…

Plant And Flower
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Annual Midlands Plant and Flower Festival at SC Farmer’s Market

The SC Department of Agriculture is hosting the annual Plant and Flower Festival this weekend
Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–If you are looking to get your yard ready for Fall, you can head to the South Carolina State Farmer’s Market this weekend. The South Carolina Department of Agriculture is hosting the annual Plant and Flower Festival. Admission and parking is free. You can shop for a variety of home, yard, and garden decor. For more information click…

Red Roof Robbery
Local News, Richland

RSCD: Woman wanted, accused of robbing Red Roof Inn

Deputies say the suspect was seen grabbing the register key from the clerk's arm
Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–Richland County Deputies are searching for a woman accused of robbing a motel in August. Deputies released surveillance video from the Red Roof Inn on Nates road. According to investigators, the suspect was staying at the motel and asked the desk clerk for a refund but the clerk refused. Deputies say she was seen grabbing the register key…

Blood Drive
Local News, Richland

Rolling up sleeves to give blood: Faith and Blue Blood Drive

Richland County Sheriff's Department partnering with local church for blood drive
Crysty Vaughan,

RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)–Blood supply is critically low according to the Red Cross, and today you can help save a life in the Midlands. The Faith and Blue Blood Drive is being hosted by the Richland County Sheriff’s Department and members of the church community at the Meeting Place Church of Greater Columbia. Official with The American Red Cross says…

Dhec Sun
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DHEC: 1,785 new cases of COVID-19 and 74 new deaths Friday

Here are the latest Coronavirus case numbers for South Carolina
Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Here are the latest Coronavirus case numbers for South Carolina. Friday, SC DHEC reported 1,785 new cases of COVID-19 and 74 new deaths. Since the pandemic began state health officials have reported more than 867,000 cases and more than 12,000 COVID-19 deaths statewide. For information on Coronavirus testing and vaccine sites, click the link https://scdhec.gov/covid19/covid-19-vaccine Categories: Local News…

City Council 1005
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Grab that mask: City of Columbia extends mask ordinance

Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Grab that mask. The City of Columbia extended its mask mandate. Columbia City Council voted on the extension Tuesday afternoon. The mandate requires masks in all buildings open to the general public for everyone 5 and older. Violators could face fines of up to $100. Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin says we’re not out of the woods yet….
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Mayor’s Walk Against Domestic Violence goes virtual

On Saturday, October 9, participants are asked to join in and show their support
Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Lace up those shoes for a good cause. City of Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin’s annual Walk Against Domestic Violence is going virtual. On Saturday, October 9, participants are asked to join in and show their support by going for a walk in their own neighborhoods, local parks and other outdoor areas throughout the city. To register, go…
Local News, News, State

Coroner: Feet that washed ashore miles, months apart belong to same woman

Associated Press,

NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) – Officials say two human feet that washed ashore months and miles apart in South Carolina belonged to the same person. Charleston County Coroner Bobbi Jo O’Neal said Wednesday that her office determined that they belonged to Janet Robinson, a 57-year-old woman who went missing. Her cause of death is still under investigation. Authorities say the…