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SCANA shareholders vote yes for merger with Dominion, but many have reservations

  COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)–  SCANA held a special shareholder meeting to vote on whether or not they were going to approve merging with Virginia company Dominion Energy.  During the Tuesday meeting, 72 percent of shares approved the merger, but that does not mean it is a done deal.  There are a lot of lawsuits at hand, and other groups must to the…

Parts of Jenkinsville under boil water advisory

Jenkinsville, S.C. (WOLO) – Jenkinsville Water Company has put residents under a boil water advisory. The company says residents on Fish Hook Rd, Eagle Trails Rd and Mickey Rd are urged to boil their water before use. Categories: Local News, News

Registration Open for Columbia’s Fall Adult Sports Leagues

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Are you ready for some softball? The Columbia Parks & Recreation Department is now accepting registrations for coed adult kickball league, and the men’s and coed softball leagues. According to the City Parks Department, the registration information includes: Adult Coed Kickball (Competitive and Non Competitive leagues) AGES: 18 and older FEE: $300 per team REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday,…

SC among lowest Gas Prices in Nation

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Good news for drivers looking to fill up at the pump According to AAA, our state has among the cheapest gas prices in the country. In South Carolina, drivers are paying an average of around $2.54 a gallon. The National average $2.84 Categories: Local News, News Tags: Gas Prices

Progress of Bullstreet transformation

COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- It’s been talked about for more than a decade, but now people are starting to see some growth in the Bullstreet district, one restaurant at a time. Developers expect the project to turn the old state hospital into a vibrant community. Developers hope to turn 191 acres of land from the old State hospital into a vibrant new…

Guardians of the Night K9 5K in Richland County Benefited K-9 Unit

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– The K-9 Unit with the Richland County Sheriff’s Department is benefiting, thanks to volunteers who laced up their shoes over the weekend. Check out these four legged deputies who were ready for action during Saturday’s “Guardian’s of the Night” K9 5K. The annual event raised money for the K-9 members of the Sheriff’s Department. And many say…