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Midlands Barrette Business in Running for Big Prize

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – Midlands resident Gabby Goodwin, the ten-year-old behind “GaBBY Bows”, is in the running to win a $10,000 grant for kid entrepreneurs. Barbara’s Food is running the competition. The company narrowed down a field of hundreds of applicants to ten. You have until Friday at midnight to cast one vote a day for Gabby to win the…

Midlands Kidtrepreneur Needs Your Help to Win $10K Grant

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- A 10-year-old kidtrepreneur from the midlands solved the problem of disappearing hair barrettes, but now this young CEO says she could use some help to keep business booming. Gabrielle Goodwin has been getting a lot of request for her GaBBY’s Bows collection, which is making it tough to keep up with the high demand. Goodwin has become…

El Burrito in Five Points Closing

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– A popular eatery in Five Points will soon be closing the doors. El Burrito on Harden Street announced on the Facebook page that it will be closing for business on April 24, 2017. The restaurant opened nearly 16 years ago. There will be a farewell party for patrons on April 21st. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Five…

New Unsealed Documents Released in Charleston Church Shooting Case

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) – Defense lawyers for Dylann Roof said the Charleston church shooter was adamant about not being ruled mentally impaired because it might prevent him from getting a high government position if white nationalists took over the country. A judge Tuesday unsealed hundreds of pages of documents concerning Roof’s mental status. They included a letter from Roof to…

U.S. Rep Joe Wilson Town Hall

GRANITEVILLE, S.C. (AP) – The South Carolina representative who shouted “You Lie” at President Barack Obama on the floor of Congress was on the receiving end of the same words during a town hall meeting this week. U.S. Rep. Joe Wilson heard plenty of boos and 30 seconds of “You Lie” chants during a meeting Monday in Graniteville. He was…

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham in SC for Cyber Forum

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham was in Columbia Tuesday to attend the National Cyber Security Alliance’s event. The Lock Down Your Login event was geared towards protecting your information from cyber theft and ensuring cyber security. Senator Graham also spoke on the potential for cyber security issues and the impact on national security. Categories: Local News, News, Politics Tags:…

DUI Enforcement Honors

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– The men and women who keep South Carolina’s Highways safe were honored Tuesday for their DUI Enforcement efforts. The Department of Public Safety held its annual DUI Recognition ceremony. The event honors officers of the year in several categories, from several different agencies. Categories: Local News, News, State Tags: Sc Highway Patrol

WWII Veteran Found Inside of A Suitcase Honored in The Midlands

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- Last month,  an 89 year old world war two veteran’s body was found stuffed in a suitcase on a farm in Arkansas.  Tuesday afternoon, he received a proper farewell in South Carolina. Patriot Guard Riders traveled from Little Rock, Arkansas to escort the remains of Robert Daniel Brooks to Fort Jackson National Cemetery to honor him  in…

Coke Releases Championship Can to Celebrate Gamecocks National Title

CHARLOTTE, N.C.,  (USC SID) – In celebration of the University of South Carolina’s first NCAA Division I women’s basketball national championship, Coca-Cola® is giving Gamecock fans a refreshing way to savor the sweet taste of a title victory. Today, Coca-Cola is unveiling a limited-edition commemorative 12-ounce can to honor the team’s accomplishment and celebrate with Gamecock fans. Available in six-packs, the…