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Local stores and parking lots crowded as Black Friday deals attract shoppers

Even though some stores open on Thanksgiving, all stores were open early Friday morning as Black Friday kicked off.  

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) — Even though some stores open on Thanksgiving, all stores were open early Friday morning as Black Friday kicked off. “We’ve been up since 5:00 this morning,” said Marquis Malone-Crocker, who was out Black Friday shopping. With all the deals and savings, you really can’t top some of the specials that Black Friday offers. “Oh, it’s an…

Prices at the pump rise Thanksgiving weekend

Gas prices are up as drivers travel home for Thanksgiving

COLUMBIA,  SC (WOLO)– Prices at the pump continue to rise for the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. The busiest return travel day is expected to be Sunday. According to GasBuddy, drivers in Columbia are paying an average of $2.30 a gallon. Gas prices in Columbia are higher than a month ago. The National average for gas is $2.61.   Categories: Local News…

Police: Woman charged with DUI after car struck by train

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–  Columbia police say a woman is charged with DUI after her car was hit by a train. Investigators say at 1:18 Friday morning the woman called 911 when she says her car got stuck on the train track on Columbia College Dr. While she was waiting on assistance, police say the woman’s car was hit by a…

Two pedestrians killed on I-20

Kershaw Co., S.C. (WOLO)– Two people were killed early Friday morning when troopers say they were hit by two cars. According to the highway patrol around 1:30am two people were standing on I-20 near the White Pond Rd. exit when they were hit by a 2019 Nissan and a 2015 Honda. Troopers say no charges will be filed in this…

York County farm brings bison back to original stomping grounds in SC

The Tatanka Bison Ranch has 44 bison currently on their ranch

YORK COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) –A farm that just opened its doors to the public this year is looking to make his mark on South Carolina’s burgeoning agritourism industry by bringing a unique animal back to the Palmetto State. The Tatanka Bison Ranch, located in rural York County, gives people a chance to interact with and learn about the wonders of…

Red Kettles going high tech, Angel Trees ready for your donations

Salvation Army Angel Trees now up in area locations for you to help make a child's Christmas wish come true

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–Tis the season for giving. Calling all of Santa’s helpers! You have a chance to help ABC Columbia make a child’s Christmas wish come true. The Salvation Army Angel Trees are up in area locations for the holidays. On the trees, you’ll find the names of children in need and some toys or clothes, that they hope to get for…

Local Living: Santa Arrives at Edventure, plus, Holiday Light displays shine bright!

Crysty Vaughan takes a look at some of the Holiday Happenings in Local Living

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–The holiday lights are twinkling across the Midlands, here’s Crysty Vaughan with a look at some holiday happenings in ‘Local Living.’ Friday, November 29 Santa arrives at Edventure Children’s Museum in the holiday village. The village opens at 10am Friday with st. nick’s arrival down the chimney. Santa will be at the Village on Saturday and Sunday from…

‘Really blessed that these churches come together,’ Hundreds attend 29th annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Lunch

For almost three decades, St. Peter's Catholic Church and First Baptist Church of Columbia have been providing a Thanksgiving lunch to less fortunate in the city.

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) — For almost three decades, St. Peter’s Catholic Church and First Baptist Church of Columbia have been providing a Thanksgiving lunch to less fortunate in the city. This year was no different. “We want this to be a place of peace where they can come, and they can just relax,” said Ron Paull, Coordinator with First Baptist…