A new technology company is open for business in Columbia
On Wednesday afternoon, city leaders were on hand for a ribbon cutting ceremony for CapGemini, a consulting and technology services firm.
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Police: Woman arrested with felony stolen goods charge
LEXINGTON, S.C. (WOLO) – A 70-year-old Lexington woman has been charged with purchasing stolen goods from a member of law enforcement over two thousand but under 10 thousand in value. According to reports, detectives were working on an investigation that led them to identify Maria Lim Smith as someone who purchased and resold stolen goods. Smith was arrested on Oct….
Charter school students have a new college scholarship
Students at some charter schools across the country have a new scholarship opportunity.
Coopertative Ministry’s Autos for Opportunity brings joy to one Midlands woman
Sometimes reliable transportation can make all the difference.
Mayor Steve Benjamin fondly remembers meeting President George H.W. Bush
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)– A tweet that has been liked hundreds of times, Mayor Steve Benjamin shared a moment from his 20s that he’ll never forget. “I stayed up, literally, all night long, because I was afraid of oversleeping and missing the president,” Benjamin said. Mayor Benjamin served as student body president at the University of South Carolina in 1990, and…
Here’s Why there’s no mail in your mailbox Wednesday
If you are looking for mail in your mailbox today, Wednesday, December 5, you’ll have to wait. Due to a Presidential proclamation by President Donald Trump, Wednesday, is a National Day of Mourning in remembrance of former President George H.W. Bush. According to a release from the USPS, out of respect and consistent with the Presidential Proclamation, the United States…
Update: Suspect accused of firing into car with children on 1-26 Denied Bond
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)–Lexington County Deputies say the suspect accused of firing shots from a motorcycle on Interstate 26, into a car with children, has been denied bond. Lexington County Deputies say 36-year-old Anthony Fanning was arrested Tuesday morning. Fanning faces six counts of attempted murder in connection with the shooting. Investigators say six people, including children were in the car…
Sheriff: Woman kills jail escapee who kicks in her door
An inmate who had escaped from a county jail in South Carolina was shot and killed by a woman after he kicked in her back door.
Columbia Police captures accused Harbison Walmart shooter
Columbia Police have captured the suspect accused of shooting at officers at the Walmart in Harbison overnight.
Celebrate the holidays from around the world
The Columbia Art Center hosts a holiday event to help you enjoy the sights and sounds of the holiday from around the world.
