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RCSD reporting shots fired at deputies; no details shared

Sheriff Lott will meet with news outlets to discuss incident

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) – The Richland County Sheriff’s Department is reporting that shots have been fired at deputies, though have not shared any information regarding the circumstances. In an alert sent to news outlets, RCSD said Sheriff Lott will meet with the media “in reference to an incident involving shots fired at RCSD Deputies.” The post did not elaborate. The…

UPDATE: Lexington police find missing student on River Bluff HS campus

Lexington, S.C. (WOLO)– UPDATE: The Lexington Police Department says Brendon Edwards was found on the campus of River Bluff High School. Officials say he was hiding in the woods before walking out to first responders. ORIGINAL POST (10/29/2021 3:02 p.m.) Lexington Police say they are searching for a missing River Bluff High School Student. Investigators say Brendon Edwards left campus…

Columbia Police investigating suspicious death

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Columbia Police say they are investigating a suspicious death, of a female, at the 3000 block of Falling Springs Road. According to investigators, a neighbor made the discovery & called 911. If you have any information you are asked to call Crime Stoppers at 1-888-CRIME-SC. This is a developing story. Tweets by ColumbiaPDSC Categories: Local News Tags:…

Pawmetto Lifeline hosting Adoption Special event

Adoption Special Saturday, October 30

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–Hundreds of furry friends in the Midlands are looking for their forever homes, and you can help. Pawmetto Lifeline and Subaru are holding an adoption event Saturday  at their facility on Bower Parkway. All dogs above 35 pounds, 6 months and older are $100 to adopt. Nearly 200 animals fill the shelter’s kennels, while another 200 sit in…

DHEC: 984 new cases and 46 new Coronavirus deaths

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–Today, DHEC reported 984 new cases of COVID-19 and 46 new deaths. State Health officials also reported a percent positive of 5.0%. DHEC is hosting free Coronavirus vaccine sites across the state. If you are looking for a location, click here https://scdhec.gov/covid19/covid-19-vaccine Categories: Local News Tags: DHEC