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A classic show with original gifts returns to the Midlands

The annual shopping favorite returns to the fairgrounds

COLUMBIA SC (WOLO)–For the forty-second year, nearly 300 craftsmen and artisans descend on the  South Carolina State Fairgrounds for the Craftsmen’s Classic Christmas Show. The show runs all weekend, including all day Saturday and Sunday.  Vendor William Hicks joined Tyler Ryan on Good Morning Columbia to share some of the original seasonal creations that he and his wife create and…

Rep. Joe Wilson says President’s Trip to Asia Reassuring

CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) – A South Carolina congressman says President Donald Trump’s upcoming visit to Asia will provide needed assurances amid ongoing concerns about North Korea’s nuclear weapons program. U.S. Rep. Joe Wilson told The Associated Press on Thursday the president’s trip to the region shows the United States is closely watching the area and will support allies there. Wilson…

State Lawmaker Confrontation Investigation Nearing End

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) – The investigation into a confrontation between two lawmakers inside the Statehouse is coming to a close. Sheriff Leon Lott gave the update Thursday (11/2) on the probe into whether or not Orangeburg Representative Jerry Govan assaulted his fellow Orangeburg County Rep Gilda Cobb-Hunter. The reported confrontation happened on May 11. Cobb-Hunter says Govan grabbed her wrist…

Richland One Hall of Fame Announcement

Richland Co., SC (WOLO) —We know who is joining the Richland One School District Hall of Fame. The School District made the announcement Thursday. They are Ruth Black, Regina Brown, Brigadier General John Motley, Carey Rich Sr. and Colonel Walter Watson. the five people are going to be inducted because of their contributions to the school district and society. Categories:…