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Gov. McMaster Urges Residents to Stay Safe During Winter Weather

COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)-Governor Henry McMaster met with State and County emergency management officials regarding the wintry mix that have created dangerous conditions in the Palmetto State. “Don’t drive if you don’t have to,” Governor Henry McMaster said. A wintry blast causing Snow to cover roadways along coastal areas, and several bridges iced over. “We’re working very closely with the city and county government,…

Cold Weather Reminder: Protect Your Pipes

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) – With prolonged lows especially overnight you need to keep your home in mind as the weather can be a danger for your pipes. Here are a few tips from the City of Columbia’s water department that could help prevent property damage: Cover exposed pipes Allow faucets to drip overnight Open cabinets underneath the sinks Categories: Local…

Dominion Energy, SCANA Announce Merger

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–In a joint news release Wednesday morning Dominion Energy of Richmond, VA and SCANA announced a merger with a $1,000 immediate cash payment to the average South Carolina Electric & Gas residential customer after closing. The terms of the merger include; Dominion Energy funding a $1.3 billion in cash payments to all SCE&G electric customers within 90 days…

Batter up: Registration opens for Irmo Little League

IRMO, S.C. (WOLO) – Registration is open through January 26 for Irmo Little League Baseball and Softball, organizers announced Wednesday. The leagues are available for boys and girls ages 4 through 16, with programs including tee ball, baseball and softball divisions. Organizers said last year, teams from the league competed in local, district state and Southeast regional tournaments, taking two…