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City of Columbia Hosts ‘Spooktacular’ Halloween Party

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– If you are looking for some family friendly Halloween fun, the City of Columbia has one option. The city is hosting its annual ‘Spooktacular Halloween’ party October 31st from 5pm until 9pm. This year it’s happening at the food court at Dutch Square Mall on Bush River Road. The event is free and recommended for kids ages…

House Speaker Calls for SCANA CEO to Resign, Committee Members Vote to Draft Legislation to Protect Ratepayers

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-After months of testimonies and hearings, state representatives used Monday’s meeting to discuss solutions that best benefit ratepayers going forward, including calling for one leader to dismiss himself from his executive position. House Speaker Jay Lucas is calling for SCANA CEO Kevin Marsh to resign, saying in a statement: “It has become increasing clear that neither South Carolina…

Richland Library Southeast Undergoing Renovations

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Book worms may need to start looking for another library, if you plan on checking out a book at the Richland Library Southeast, off Garner’s Ferry. The good news is, a newly renovated library will soon re-open. The site is temporarily closing due to upgrades and renovations but staff will continue offering some services at an onsite temporary…

Marine Corps Drill Instructor Scheduled to Face Court-Martial

CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. (AP) – A Marine Corps drill instructor is scheduled to face court-martial over charges he abused two Muslim recruits, one of whom leaped to his death last year after a reported altercation. The trial of Gunnery Sgt. Joseph Felix could begin as early as Tuesday at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina. The charges include cruelty and maltreatment…

Six People Injured in Hayride Crash in Ridgeland

RIDGELAND, S.C. (AP) – Six people are recovering from injuries treated at hospitals and more needed first aid after a pickup truck hit a vehicle carrying people on a nighttime hay ride in South Carolina. The Island Packet of Hilton Head reported the crash happened at an intersection in Ridgeland, about 30 miles west of the coast. Jasper County Fire-Rescue…