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Suspect in Custody in Connection to Death of Missing Woman

SUMTER COUNTY,SC (WOLO)- The Sumter County Sheriffs Department have arrested a suspect in connection with the death of a woman who was found in a shallow grave. Deputy Ken Bell says they have a suspect in custody. That persons name has not been released. On Thursday, Suzette Ginther, 27, went missing. Sumter County Sheriff’s say they were able to locate the…

South Carolina Schedules First Execution in more than Six Years

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) – South Carolina has scheduled its first execution in more than six years. The State Department of Corrections said Friday it had received an order from the South Carolina Supreme Court setting a December 1 execution date for 52-year-old Bobby Wayne Stone. Stone has been on death row for 20 years in connection with the 1996 shooting…

Suspect in Custody in Cayce Shooting, Coroner Identifies Victim

CAYCE, SC (WOLO)– The Lexington County Coroner has identified the victim in an early Sunday morning shooting. The Coroner says 33 year old Marquita Mobley of Cayce was pronounced dead at the scene as the result of apparent gunshot wounds. An autopsy has been scheduled for November 20, 2017. Cayce Police say 28 year old Derrick Davon Sligh is in custody, in…

Ft. Sumter to Seek Public Comment on Plans for Disabled Access

SULLIVAN’S ISLAND, S.C. (AP) _ The Fort Sumter National Monument is seeking public comments on a proposal to add ramps and an enclosed elevator for the disabled. The monument now has inoperable accessibility chairlifts. The proposed design includes a ramp leading from the parade ground of Fort Sumter to the lower level of Battery Huger which will provide access to…

Gem and Mineral Show in the Midlands

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– There was a lot of sparkle and shine this weekend in the midlands…and it’s a gem of a story. The annual Columbia Gem and Mineral show took place at the Jamil Temple Sunday. Rough cut gems, gold, even beads..even fossils were all featured at the event. The Gem and Mineral show is an annual event in the Midlands….

American Idol to Kick Off America’s Vote Live at the AMA’S: Here’s how to vote

  ABC Network–In anticipation of the debut of American Idol at its new home on ABC, America will have the chance to vote an Idol hopeful through to Hollywood ahead of the season premiere! It all kicks off live during the 2017 American Music Awards on SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 19 at 8|7c.  What to Expect: Idol’s all-star panel of judges including Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie, have traveled the country…

Holiday Safety Tips from the Richland County Sheriff

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– To make sure your holiday is Merry and bright there are some things you can do, to keep you and your family safe. Christmas is a fun time of year, but it is also the time of year that thieves take advantage of the season, say deputies. Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott has the following safety tips…

Cayce Shooting Suspect in Custody, say Police

CAYCE, SC (WOLO) — Cayce officials say a suspect wanted in connection with an early morning fatal shooting is in custody. According to police, Derrick Davon Sligh is in custody and was captured in Richland County. Police say he is accused of  shooting two people on November 19, 2017 at1709 Stahl Street. One of the victims died. Categories: Local News,…