City of Columbia investing in local businesses with new commercial retention program
The City of Columbia is investing in some of its local businesses.
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Deputies: Teen arrested on charges of sexual exploitation of a toddler
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (WOLO) – Orangeburg County deputies have arrested a North teen on charges of sexual exploitation of a toddler. Kyle Michael Teran, 17, has been charged with third-degree criminal sexual conduct with a minor and second-degree sexual exploitation of a minor. Orangeburg County Sheriff’s investigators were called to a North residence Sunday around 8:40 a.m. after a man reported…
South Carolina sixth worst for domestic violence homicides
South Carolina continues to rank among the top ten deadliest states in the nation for women because of domestic violence according to a recent report.
China Jushi holding hiring event in Columbia
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Grab your resume, a Midlands manufacturer will host a hiring event this week. China Jushi officials say the company will hold a Hiring Event, which will be open to the public. The hiring event takes place on Wednesday, February 13, 2019 at Dutch Square Mall, 421 Bush River Road. According to company officials, the event runs from Time: 9:00 a.m. –…
Help share the Magic of Storytelling: Snap a photo and Post a ‘Shelfie’
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– ABC Columbia, along with our sponsor, Children’s Dental Group, want every child to have the chance to open a book and open their imagination Too many children don’t have books… at home or at school. Disney and ABC are donating up to one million books to children in need through their partnership with First Book. ABC Columbia invites…
President hopeful Cory Booker attends South Carolina Rise Tour at Morris College
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Drill sergeant faces charges in vehicle death of two Fort Jackson Army trainees
Nearly two years after a vehicle accident that killed two basic trainees and injured half a dozen others, the Army has moved forward with charges against the drill sergeant who was behind the wheel.
Red Cross assists Fire Victims from weekend blaze
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– The Red Cross is helping displaced residents this Monday, after a fire destroyed a home over the weekend. According to the Columbia Fire Department, the fire started around 11:30 am on Booth Street. Investigators say a converted apartment, attached to a home, suffered heavy damage after fire ripped through it and a storage area. No injuries were reported….
County approves $150K for Allen Benedict residents
Richland County says it is aiding in the effort to help the more than 400 residents displaced after two deaths and multiple gas leaks were discovered at Allen Benedict Court apartments.
PALSS offers couples testing in time for Valentines’ Day
Palmetto Aids Life Support Services officials say they’ll give free and confidential HIV testing and STI screenings Feb. 5th. @PALSS/Facebook COLUMBIA S.C. (WOLO)- Thursday is Valentine’s Day and it’s also National Condom Day! The season of love is among us, it’s also a time where sexually active individuals should protect themselves the most. Palmetto AIDS Life Support Services (PALSS) is…
