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Toddler Shot During Drug Deal, Warrant Says

SANTEE, S.C. (WOLO)- The father of a 2-year-old who was shot in the head in Santee has been arrested in connection to the Saturday night shooting. The warrant released to ABC Columbia on Sunday indicates that 33-year-old Tyrone Randolf was arrested and charged with unlawful neglect. Randolf is being held at the Orangeburg-Calhoun Regional Detention Center. Thom Berry, a SLED spokesman,…

Deputies Seek 4 Suspects in Strip Club Shooting

  RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO)- Investigators are searching for 3 to 4 black male suspects in a silver Jeep Wrangler with a black top from the shooting that occurred at Club Laroice Saturday morning. Richland County Sheriff Deputies said the shooting happened around 3:00 a.m. at the gentlemen’s nightclub in the 100 block of Carrie Anderson Road. A victim suffered a…

Boil Water Advisory Lifted for Parts of West Columbia

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–The City of West Columbia has lifted a boil water advisory affecting water residents in the following areas: Shampy Street 2800 Block of Franklin Drive Kirkwood Drive Dalewood Drive Sandalwood Drive Bensmin Drive Morningdale Drive The water supply has been thoroughly tested and boiling water is no longer necessary. Water customers may check the city of West Columbia…

2 Shot in Separate Richland County Nightclub Shootings

RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO)- Two people were shot and injured at two different Richland County nightclubs Saturday morning. Richland County Deputies said the shootings happened just before 3:00 a.m. The first shooting happened at Wet nightclub in the 3700 block of  Pine Belt Road. The second shooting happened at LaRoice Gentlemen’s Club located in the 100 block of Carrie Anderson Road,…

Local Principal Wins First Appearance on Jeopardy

Tune in Friday at 7:30 to See if She Advances

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)– A dream over 30 years in the making has come true for longtime educator Dr. Cheryl Guy. The principal of Westwood High School in Bythewood says she has a passion for trivia. “Students who I’ve taught over the 20 plus years that I was in the classroom, I always told them that my goal in life was…

“Kountry” Wayne promises to bring laughs to the Midlands

Comedian "Kountry" Wayne Corley performs at the Comedy House this weekend

COLUMBIA SC (WOLO)–Once with a dream of being a superstar in the music world, “Kountry” Wayne Corley turned to comedy and hasn’t looked back.  With selfie video Facebook posts that routinely reach nearly 1 million views, the Georgia based comedian is live in the Midlands this weekend. His show, which he calls “family friendly,” is based on positive messages and humor….

Remembering Brain Health this New Year

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – At any age, healthy habits can help improve the health of your body –including your brain. The Alzheimer’s Association® recommends that people of all ages include “Brain Health” in their New Year’s resolutions, with a specific focus on  four areas that may reduce the risk of cognitive decline: Cognitive activity. Physical health and exercise. Diet and…