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LOOK! Forward Photography Exhibit Opening This Weekend

COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Family Connection of South Carolina is partnering with Richland Library for it’s Look! Forward Photography Exhibit. The exhibit showcases the beauty and strength of 49 children, teens and young adults who are living rich, full lives despite their disability or special healthcare need. Orgainizers says each photo tells a unique story. The exhibit will run from June 2nd…

Update: Amber Alert cancelled after 11-month-old found dead

  Chesterfield, S.C. (WOLO) – South Carolina Official say an 11-month-old who was allegedly abducted at her Chesterfield home has been found dead. Sheriff Jay Brooks says he now believes there was no kidnapping at all. The disappearance of 11-month old Harlee Lane Lewis prompted a brief Amber Alert, but shortly after the child was found dead in a field,…

RCSD Wins Boot and Badges Blood Drive

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– The Richland County Sheriff’s Department is the winner of this year’s Boots and Badges blood drive. According to the Red Cross, RCSD collected 34 of the 73 votes cast by donors beating out the Columbia Police and Fire Departments. The win comes with bragging rights and a trophy. Boots and Badges is a friendly competition between first responder…

City to Offer Cat Adoption Special as part of June Adoption Month

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–Are you looking to adopt a furry friend? The City has announced June as National Adopt a Shelter Cat Month. Columbia Animal Services is offering a special adoption fee of just $10 for all cats over one year of age or older during the month of June. All cats have already been spayed/neutered, micro-chipped, FELV/FIV tested and are current…