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ABC Columbia takes to the sky in 150 foot high Ferris Wheel at Fair

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–ABC Columbia’s Josh Berry got a sneak peak at the new ride, the ‘150 celebration wheel’. The ferris wheel will be making its North American ride debut here in Columbia. According to the fair, the 150 foot high Ferris Wheel includes 36 temperature-regulated gondolas. The South Carolina State Fair runs October 9- 20. For more on the State…

Tourist discover 20 kilos of cocaine while strolling beach

Beaufort,SC (WOLO) —The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office says a family visiting Fripp Island discovered 20 kilos of cocaine. Authorities say a man was walking along the beach with his family when they noticed a large dark object floating near the shore. According to officials it wasn’t until he pulled the object into his golf cart and took it back to…

Hundreds come out to remember Lexington firefighter who died in the line of duty

LEXINGTON,SC (WOLO)-A Midlands firefighter was laid to rest on Tuesday after he died while helping a victim of a car crash. The emotional home going service for Paul Quattlebaum Jr. brought out hundreds of people. Family and friends who spoke at his ceremony described him as being a loving son, father, brother, marine and firefighter. “He was a simple person…

Tuesday night on ABC Prime

Columbia, S.C,  (WOLO)— Stay tuned for a full night if entertainment right here on ABC Columbia. It’s a night of comedies and thriller starting with “The Conners” at 8PM. Followed by “Mixed-ish” and “Black-ish”. Sit on the edge of your seat for a new episode of  “Emergence” at 10. Followed by all of your news, weather and sports on ABC…

Local Living: Overnight in Oz and Boo at the Zoo!

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Follow the yellow brick road and sleep overnight at the State Museum during ‘Overnight in Oz. It all happens this Friday, October 11. You can see special screenings of the Wizard of Oz 4-d experience and a planetarium show. Plus, dinner and breakfast is provided. You can purchase tickets online at the State Museums website, the cost…