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Bad Habits? Try Breakfast say Experts

CNN–Wondering how to break those bad habits? Experts say it starts with a good breakfast. Start the day with foods that are high in protein and healthy fats say experts, and skip the sugary stuff like doughnuts and waffles to help you avoid an energy crash later on. Another bad habit is keeping your to-do list in your head. Trying…

Veterans Day Parade in City of Columbia Friday

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– The 38th annual Veterans Day parade in the City of Columbia’s is Friday. It’s known as one of the largest Veterans Day Parades in the Southeast. The parade starts at 11 a.m. from the intersection of Sumter and Laurel streets, and travel southbound on Sumter Street ending at Pendleton Street near the State House. This year’s grand marshal will…

Political Science Expert on Trump and the Election

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–As midlands residents and the country continue to absorb the election and the transition plans in place at Donald Trump heads to the White House, experts are voicing opinions. ABC Columbia spoke with Political Science Chair Todd Shaw with the University of South Carolina, about the impact of the 2016 election and what the parties will need to…

Baby Found in Dumpster Puts Spotlight Back on Daniel’s Law

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) The Claflin student who left her newborn baby in a dumpster has brought attention back to the issues of infant abandonments. I spoke with officials who want parents to know there are better options out there. “Daniel’s Law is the safe Haven’s act and it was established so that mother’s who were in a bad situation or…

Governor Haley Issues Executive Order Seeking Removal of Richland Rec Commission Members

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–Thursday Governor Nikki Haley issued an Executive order in regards to the Richland County Recreation Commission Board Members. In the Executive Order from the Governor, it states,  I hereby provide written notice to all members of the Richland County Rec Commission of the specific charges brought against them showing cause for removal from office. I hereby provide reasonable…

Two People Found Dead at Home in Travelers Rest

TRAVELERS REST, S.C. (AP) – Greenville County sheriff’s deputies are investigating after two people were found shot to death at a home in Travelers Rest. Master Deputy Ryan Flood said deputies were called to check on a resident’s welfare about 2:40 p.m. Wednesday. The coroner’s office said two dead men were found in the home. Their names have not been…

Democrats, Republicans and Political Experts React to Election

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)– A big night for the GOP in South Carolina. The state went red for President-Elect Donald Trump. Other candidates won big in their local races as well. While Grand Old Party members were celebrating their victories, many Democrats were left disheartened after candidate Secretary Hillary Clinton lost the election, trailing Trump by over 50 electoral votes. ABC…

New Zoo 5K to Kick Off Lights Before Christmas

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – Riverbanks Zoo and Garden will kick-off its annual Lights Before Christmas with its first ever 5K, to benefit wildlife conservation and education efforts. The race will begin at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday, November 19. The run will wind through the park’s scenic back roads, cross the Saluda River and pass some of the most popular exhibits…