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Orangeburg man accused of beating girlfriend to death over drug dispute

Orangeburg, S.C. (WOLO) -An Orangeburg County man is in custody tonight accused of beating his girlfriend to death. According to investigators on July 1, Deputies responded to James Humphries’ home on Squeaky Lane. Deputies say Humphries told them he had been in a fight with his 34-year-old girlfriend and believed she was dead. Emergency Medical Personnel later confirmed the woman…

Gallup poll shows American patriotism at an all time low

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) – The Fourth of July is a day to celebrate the red, white and blue, but a new poll suggests patriotism is at an all-time low. According to a Gallup poll released yesterday, a record low 47% of citizens say they are extremely proud to be Americans. This is the lowest number since the organization began taking…

SC DHEC offers Fireworks Safety

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– This July 4th you may be ready to shoot off Fireworks, but DHEC has some tips to keep you safge. The S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control is urging everyone to put safety first, here are some of the tips: Monitor local weather conditions. Dry weather can make it easier for fireworks to start a fire….

Richland Library Locations closed on Independence Day

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– If you’re looking for a good read at the local library, keep in mind the Richland Library will be closed for the July 4th holiday. According the officials with Richland Library, all locations will close Wednesday, July 4 for Independence Day. They will reopen on Thursday, July 5 at 9am. Officials do want to remind patrons that…