Woman accused of trying to sneak tobacco into prison
A women is behind bars accused of trying to sneak contraband to an inmate at the Lieber Corrections Institution.
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Amazon Prime members will get discounts at Whole Foods
(WOLO) – Amazon Prime members can now save money at Whole Foods. Amazon is offering Prime members an additional 10% discount on sale items at Whole Foods stores. To get the discount, members have to sign into the Whole Foods app using their Amazon Prime account then scan it at check out. Amazon bought Whole Foods in 2017. Categories: Local…
Freak accident kills giraffe born at Riverbanks Zoo
ATLANTA, GA (WOLO) – A freak accident at a zoo in Atlanta killed a giraffe that was born in Columbia at the Riverbanks Zoo in 2010. Zoo officials say 8-year-old “Zuberi” died after his neck became wedged in a small space in a metal railing. Zoo officials say they are “thoroughly reviewing the entirety of the areas used by the…
Wheatley library re-opens with new improved look
There’s a new and improved place for you to enjoy the life long love of reading.
Shark attacks 10-year-old boy off Hilton Head beach
HILTON HEAD, SC (WOLO) – A 10-year-old boy was bitten by a shark in Hilton Head. It happened in shallow water. Watch the video above for the full story. Categories: Digital Exclusives and Features, Local News, News, State Tags: SCNews
Third inmate files lawsuit against prison
A third inmate has sued the Lee Correctional Facility after a riot a the institution that left 7 people dead and injured more than 2 dozen others.
Job fair hopes to help ex-offenders find employment
Former criminal offenders who are trying to re-enter society now have a second chance. A job fair is being held to help them land a job regardless of what may have landed them behind bars.
Man Arrested for Impersonating an Uber Driver, Charged With Kidnapping Young Woman
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)– A 43-year-old man allegedly impersonated an Uber driver and kidnapped a young woman. A scary experience for a 20-year-old woman who says she thought the suspect was working for Uber when she hopped into his black Dodge Charger but quickly found out, she was not going home. Andre Bouknight is charged with kidnapping after police say he told…
ABC Columbia News Update
Columbia, SC (WOLO) — Here’s a look at one of the stories we are working on for you for the news at 6. Categories: ABC Columbia News Update (First Row), Local News, News
Coroner’s Office to host child seat safety check this weekend
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) -Richland County Coroner Gary Watts is holding a child seat safety check this Saturday (5/19). This event is held to check for and provide proper child seat installation to ensure your child is as safe as possible while riding in the car. The service is being provided by the Richland County Coroner in conjunction with DHEC. It…
