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A Classic returns to the Fair Grounds

The Craftsman's Classic returns for a weekend of crafty crafts
Tyler Ryan,

COLUMBIA SC (WOLO)– The 35th Craftsman’s Classic opened Friday morning, and run through Sunday afternoon.  Over 100 craftsman from more than 25 states descend on the Fair Grounds for the annual festival that have been voted a “100 Best” show in Sunshine Artist Magazine. According to organizers, visitors can find contemporary, traditional, functional, whimsical and decorative treatments of pottery, fine…
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“Coffee with a Cop” in Lexington

Crysty Vaughan,

Lexington, S.C. (WOLO) – Get ready to grab coffee with a cop. Friday, the Lexington Police Department will host “Coffee with a Cop” at the Chick-Fil-A Saluda Pointe restaurant.  According to a release, Chief Terrence Green, along with officers, Chaplains, and Volunteers In Police Services (V.I.P.S.) members will be on hand to answer questions, discuss issues or concerns, provide information…
Lexington, Local News, News

Severe weather causes damage to Pelion home

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(Photo: @countyoflex)           Lexington, S.C. (WOLO) – Lexington County first responders were dispatched to an incident in the 200 block of Minnie Fallaw Rd. in Pelion. Severe weather and damaging winds caused damage to a mobile home. The roof of the structure was blown away. Two people were in the home at the time of the…
Local News, News, Richland, State

Governor Continues Call for More Resource Officers, Superintendent Pledges to Start Training to Spot Disturbed Students

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COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- Governor Henry McMaster held a school safety program where agency officials, lawmakers, and educators all met to discuss solutions for ending school violence. Governor Henry McMaster is no longer calling for teachers to be armed in schools. Instead, he is sticking to the recommendation he proposed in his state budget, saying every school in every district needs a…
Local News, News, Richland, State

RCSD Deputies Caught Getting Their Groove On

Caught on camera! Some Richland County Deputies are seen doing something unusual when doing a routine property check.
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  COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–  Andrew Gayeskie never thought he would be one of those ‘viral sensations’ people would be talking about.    “Just messing around. I’m pretty terrible at dancing if you haven’t noticed,” Gayeskie joked. Gayeskie is going on to his second year as a deputy with Richland County’s Sheriff’s Department and said he wanted the change of pace.   Now, the entire…
Local News, News, Sumter

High Hills Elementary School update

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Sumter, S.C. (WOLO) – Sumter School District officials are optimistic that power will be restored to High Hills Elementary School late this evening. The school was closed Thursday (3/1) due to a power outage. High Hills plans to reopen on Friday, March 2. If that changes, the school will make an announcement by 5:30 AM. Stay with ABC Columbia for more updates. Categories:…
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Suspected Multi-State Burglary Ring Busted

ABC Columbia Staff,

(Photo: Sumter County Sheriff’s Office) (Photo: Sumter County Sheriff’s Office) Sumter, SC (WOLO) — The Sumter county Sheriff’s Office have arrested three men they suspect were part of a burglary ring that spanned numerous states. According to authorities the men were driving along Interstate 95 and Interstate 26 making stops along the way where officials say they committed these crimes….
Local News, News, State, Sumter

Students Charged Following Lakewood HS Brawl

Rob Dew,

Sumter, S.C. (WOLO)–Eight students are facing charges after video of a high school fight went viral. Thursday the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office announced the students, ranging in age from 17-19, are charged with disturbing schools. Numerous videos of the February 20th fight at Lakewood High School were posted to social media sites. In addition to the charges, Sheriff Anthony Dennis…