Local News

Historic Lexington County Home Gets New Resident

LEXINGTON, S.C. (WOLO) – A new business has taken up residence in Lexington County’s historic Coogler-Meetze house. “Rustic Chic Interiors” and the one of the county’s oldest functioning buildings, are now located at 207 W. Main St. in Lexington. The company’s owner, Sarah Cornett, says she wanted to help customers bring their Pinterest and HGTV dreams to life. She says they…

Matt Moore Won’t Seek Third Term

The chairman of the South Carolina Republican Party says he will not seek a third term at the helm

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The chairman of the South Carolina Republican Party says he will not seek a third term at the helm. Chairman Matt Moore made the announcement on Saturday. Moore’s current term ends with the state GOP convention on May 13, and he said he plans to serve the remainder of his term. He was originally elected in…

Boil Water Advisory Lifted For Parts of West Columbia

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- The City of West Columbia has lifted a boil water advisory for some customers in West Columbia. Residents living in the following areas no longer have to boil their water before drinking it. 2700 – 2900 Blocks of Rainbow Drive Shampy Street Franklin Street 2800 Block Kirkwood Drive Dalewood Drive Sandalwood Lane Bensamin Drive Morningdale Drive The water…

Several Rounds Fired Into Hopkins Home

  COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- No one was injured after several bullets were fired into a home in Hopkins Saturday night. Richland County Sheriff Deputies responded to a shots fired call at 11:30 p.m. in the 800 block of Setter Lane. Deputies said a male victim’s home and vehicle had been struck by multiple rounds. No injures have been reported. If…