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Halloween Safety in the Midlands

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– As trick or treaters go door to door on Halloween, officials want to make sure everyone stays safe. ABC Columbia’s Gabrielle Franklin has more on what you need to know when heading out the door on Halloween. Richland County Sheriff’s Deputies say  “you can go to the website at rcsd.net and look at our sex registry offender…

Penny Tax Project: Bluff Rd. Widening

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Get ready for some new improvements soon coming to Bluff Road as part of the Penny Tax program. Officials say they will widen the road from Rosewood to George Rogers Blvd. Sidewalks are also set to be added near Franklin street. The construction is part of the Richland County Penny tax project and is set to begin…

Staying Safe on Halloween

Columbia, SC (WOLO)– Halloween is here, so get ready for the ghouls and goblins. You want to have fun, but stay safe on Halloween with the following tips. Here are safety tips from the Red Cross:     Use only flame-resistant costumes. Plan the trick-or-treat route – make sure adults know where children are going. Have a parent or responsible adult…