Traffic lights out on Gervais Street
COLUMBIA SC (WOLO)- Traffic lights are out on Gervais Street. Authorities are currently directing traffic. Check back here for updates. Categories: Local News Tags: detour, out, traffic lights
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Florence man nabs nearly 12 foot long, 726 lb. gator
Florence, SC (WOLO) — Alligator season is underway and one hunter in Florence nabbed a big one. According to his Facebook page George Mourounas of Florence nabbed this 12 and a half foot 726 pound gator in Santee. Now, if you are thinking about running out to grab the gear to start a big boy like this, think again. The…
Officials: Lockdown lifted after on-campus shooting at SC State University
Overnight on-campus shooting at SC State University
SC State University authorities say the lock down alert has been cleared after an on-campus shooting overnight.
NAACP holds annual Freedom Fund Gala
Columbia, SC (WOLO) — The NAACP held its annual state conference to celebrate and honor the groups long standing advocacy for civil rights. The freedom fund gala recognizes those still connected with the groups first successful legal challenge in separate but equal statutes across the country. GMC’s Curtis Wilson was the emcee for this year’s event. Categories: Local News, Richland…
Jubilee Festival celebrates black history and culture in Columbia
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) – This weekend you can join Historic Columbia at its annual Jubilee Festival. The free event celebrates black history and culture. It takes place Saturday from eleven to six at the Manns Simons site on Richland Street in downtown Columbia. The event includes live music, art, food, and storytelling. Click here for more information. Categories: Entertainment News,…
Deputies: Sandhills Middle student accused of taking knife to school and threatening classmate
A eighth grade Sandhills Middle School student is charged after taking a knife to school and threatening a student, according to Lexington County Sheriff’s Department.
Suspect in murders of Sumter five-year-old and her mother appears in court
The court found "probable cause" in all five of the charges Daunte Johnson faces
SUMTER, S.C. (WOLO) –Daunte Johnson, the suspect in the murders of a Sumter five-year-old and her mother, made an appearance in a Sumter County court Thursday morning. For the second time in eight weeks, Johnson faced the family of Nevaeh Adams, 5, and Sharee Bradley, 29. Bradley was found dead in her Sumter apartment on August 5, while the body…
South Carolina State Fair to debut 150 foot Ferris Wheel with Gondolas
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–Are you ready to hit the midway? The 150th South Carolina State Fair is right around the corner and this year visitors will be able to view it from from new heights. On Thursday State Fair officials announced a new ride, the ‘150 celebration wheel’ will be making its North American ride debut here in Columbia. Celebration Wheel…
Local Living: Greek Festival has tasty treats from Baklava to Gyros
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Everything is going Greek in our look at local living here’s Crysty Vaughan. The 33rd annual Columbia Greek Festival kicked off Thursday. If you’re interested in heading out there, it’s located on Sumter Street at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in downtown Columbia. The Greek Festival runs through Sunday. It features music, crafts Greek culture, and of…
Consumer: A look at the new devices Apple is launching
ABC NEWS– We’re talking technology as Apple gets ready to launch new cheaper watches …iPhones and a even a new iPad on Friday. But are the upgrades worth it? ABC’S Trevor Ault takes a look. Categories: Local News
