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Helpful Sexual Assault And Violence Resources At USC

    Columbia, SC (WOLO)– Sexual assault awareness has been a hot topic across the country. From the #MeToo movement to the Larry Nassar case, thousands of victims are speaking out. One of the central locations for this conversation have been college campuses. Student Health Services at USC said their main message to survivors of sexual assault is that they are…

IRS-Certified Volunteers Ready to Help You File Your Taxes

VITA is Holding Two Events Soon

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- The IRS officially began accepting tax returns Monday. One group wants to help you file your returns for free. The volunteer income tax assistance or VITA program has two events coming up to help people at no cost and make sure your taxes are done right. VITA agents will be at Richland Library’s main branch on Assembly…

Chris Stapleton bringing “All-American Road Show” to Columbia

chrisstapleton.com COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) – Fresh off of a Saturday Night Live performance and three grammy wins, Chris Stapleton announced he’s coming to Columbia. Monday (1/29), the Colonial Life Arena announced the country singer will bring his “All-American Road Show” to the Midlands on October 25th. JUST ANNOUNCED: 2018 Grammy Award Winner @ChrisStapleton announced 2018 “All-American Road Show” coming to…

Elgin Man Accused of Trafficking Marijuana

(Photo: KCSO) Kershaw Co., SC (WOLO) — An Elgin man is behind bars this afternoon and faces multiple charges including trafficking marijuana, and possession of a stolen firearm. The Kerhsaw Co Sheriff’s Office Narcotics investigators arrested 37 yer old Wesley Robinson over the weekend after they say he was expecting a shipment of marijuana from California. Authorities were able to…

Columbia Mayor Ready to Deliver State of the City

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin is ready to release his plans for Columbia, for the new year. The Mayor will deliver the 2018 State of the City address at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, January 30th. It will take place at Columbia College which is at 1301 Columbia College Drive. According to city officials, the address will be held in the Cottingham Theater….