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Multiple agencies on ‘Sexstortion’ Case: Inmates using illegal cell phones to scam military members

U.S. military members around the world scammed by inmates behind bars here in South Carolina.

Nov 28, 2018 6:17 PM EST

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COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)– U.S. military members around the world scammed by inmates behind bars here in South Carolina. Multiple agencies came together to announce this bizarre scheme and how they broke it down. Contraband cell phones have caused the Department of Corrections director Brian Sterling headaches before, but now, authorities say inmates are using those cell phones to get on popular dating…

Father accused of accidentally backing over 21 month old son

Nov 28, 2018 4:39 PM EST

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A South Carolina father is accused of accidentally backing over his toddler as the child ran out to greet him on his return home from work.

Gas prices dip below $2 in parts of the Midlands

Nov 28, 2018 3:55 PM EST

Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Drivers in South Carolina are getting an early Christmas present, low gas prices. Columbia Gas Prices dot com and Gas Buddy show the midlands average around $2.13 a gallon, which is down from $2.50 a gallon just last month. Several gas stations around our area are showing prices below $2 a gallon, ABC Columbia News found at least…

Governor’s Mansion to host Christmas Open House

Nov 28, 2018 1:30 PM EST

Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–The South Carolina Governor’s Mansion will soon be decked out for the holidays. Governor Henry McMaster and his family are hosting the annual Christmas Open House on Monday, December 3, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at the Governor’s Mansion. The event is free of charge and open to the public. No reservations are required. In a release,…

Governor McMaster issues statement on Supreme Court Ruling for his Santee Cooper Appointment

Nov 28, 2018 12:24 PM EST

Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– A dispute over whether Governor Henry McMaster could temporarily appoint someone to lead the Santee Cooper Utiliy Board of Directors has been ruled on by the State Supreme Court. Governor Henry McMaster issued the following statement in response to the ruling, which he says, confirms the validity of his appointment of former South Carolina Attorney General Charlie…

Suspect arrested for more than 10 grand in stolen vehicles, weapons and memorabilia

Nov 28, 2018 12:21 AM EST

ABC Team,

A suspect in Orangeburg County has been arrested for stealing more than 10 thousand dollars worth of stolen vehicles, weapons and memorabilia.

Inclement Weather Center house Midlands homeless as temperatures drops

Nov 27, 2018 11:40 PM EST

Alexis Frazier,

COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- With temperatures continuing to drop in the Midlands there is a growing need to house the hundreds of people who have no place to stay. Homeless shelters are filling up fast “Transitions is usually full every night this time of year,” Craig Currey, President and C.E.O of Transitions said. “We have 260 beds here that we are full…

M.A.D.D hosts mocktail event encouraging safe holiday driving

Nov 27, 2018 11:27 PM EST

ABC Columbia Staff,

Mother’s Against Drunk Driving held a mocktail event to encourage people to drive safely especially during the holidays

West Cola officials break ground on new interactive art park

Nov 27, 2018 11:25 PM EST

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WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – On Tuesday, City Officials in West Columbia broke ground on what they say will be an interactive art park. The park is set to be a mix of interactive art, beautiful landscaping and convenient parking. Located on Meeting Street behind Terra’s restaurant, the park is scheduled to open in April of 2019. Categories: Lexington, Local News,…

OCSO searching for two suspects in connection with a sexual assault

Nov 27, 2018 11:23 PM EST

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The Orangeburg County Sheriff’s Office is looking for two suspects in connection with a sexual assault case.

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Multiple agencies on ‘Sexstortion’ Case: Inmates using illegal cell phones to scam military members

U.S. military members around the world scammed by inmates behind bars here in South Carolina.

Father accused of accidentally backing over 21 month old son

Gas prices dip below $2 in parts of the Midlands

Governor’s Mansion to host Christmas Open House

Governor McMaster issues statement on Supreme Court Ruling for his Santee Cooper Appointment

Suspect arrested for more than 10 grand in stolen vehicles, weapons and memorabilia

Inclement Weather Center house Midlands homeless as temperatures drops

M.A.D.D hosts mocktail event encouraging safe holiday driving

West Cola officials break ground on new interactive art park

OCSO searching for two suspects in connection with a sexual assault

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