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Two Men Killed After Argument at Family Gathering

RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)-Two men have died after a shooting at a family gathering in Eastover Saturday night. Richland County Deputies say they responded to the 100 block of Henry Street to a shots fired call just after 6:30pm. When deputies arrived they found two victims with gunshot wounds to the upper body. The investigation revealed that the men got into…

Pedestrian Killed on Highway in Sumter County

SUMTER COUNTY,SC (WOLO)- A pedestrian was killed in Sumter County Sunday morning. The vehicle versus motor vehicle wreck happened on Highway 53 in Sumter County, according to the Sumter County Coroner, Robert M. Baker. Baker said Reggie Fulwood, 51, died on scene from his injuries. An autopsy will be scheduled for a later date in Newberry. South Carolina Highway Patrol…

Richland Library’s Kids in Print Launches

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– The Richland County Library is giving young writers and artists a platform all their own. The 2018 edition of Kids in Print has been released. The publication highlights up-and-coming authors, artists and photographers in our community. The artists we spoke with say its really cool. There was a launch party for Kids in Print Saturday at the library….

Federal report critical of care of animals at zoo in Myrtle Beach

(Information from: The Sun News, http://www.thesunnews.com/) MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (AP) – A federal report says some animals at a South Carolina zoo show “signs of psychological distress” such as pacing in circles and rocking back and forth. The Sun News of Myrtle Beach reports the U.S. Agriculture Department reviewed the Waccatee Zoo in Myrtle Beach. The report describes two baboons,…

It soon may be illegal to smoke within city parks in Charleston

CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) _ It soon may be illegal to smoke within city parks in Charleston. The Post and Courier of Charleston reports the city council is expected to vote Tuesday on whether to ban all smoking in the city parks. That would include e-cigarettes. Supporters say the move is the next step after similar bans were approved in workplaces,…

Dominion Energy Dedicates Largest Solar Farm in State

RIDGELAND, SC (WOLO)–  Dominion Energy, on Friday, in Jasper County, cut the ribbon on the largest solar farm in the state. A company spokesperson says the one thousand acre facility will supply power to up to 20 thousand homes in the area. The energy produced by the solar farm will be distributed by  SCE&G. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Dominion

HIGHLIGHTS: Gamecocks clinch series win over No. 4 Ole Miss with 11-6 win Saturday

The Gamecocks scored in double figures in runs for the third straight game and Adam Hill allowed just three hits in six innings as the Gamecocks defeated No. 4 Ole Miss, 11-6, Saturday afternoon (May 5) at Founders Park. South Carolina has now won three straight SEC series, the first time for the Gamecocks since the 2012 season.

Sumter Police Investigating Fatal Crash

SUMTER, SC WOLO)– Sumter Police are investigating a single- vehicle crash Saturday that resulted in a woman’s death.  According to police, the crash happened before 6:45 a.m. on Boulevard Road near Plowden Mill Road. Police say, an initial investigation, indicates the 2012 Chevrolet Impala she was driving ran off the left side of the road and flipped several times. Police say 31…