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Police: Suspect Wanted for Theft at Two Notch Road Craft Store

Provided RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) – Deputies with the Richland County Sheriff’s Department are looking for a suspect who they say wanted the five-finger discount. The suspect was captured on surveillance video at the Hobby Town USA located at 10120 Two Notch Road on July 24 just before 10 p.m. taking three remote controlled trucks worth $680, police say.   If you have…

Watch: Excessive Heat

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Excessive heat is creating problems across the country and right here in the Midlands. There are heat alerts in nearly 12 states, with temperatures reaching 12 digits. At least 11 people nationwide have reportedly died due to the heat. Here in the midlands, we’re battling tripe digits and humidity. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Heat Wave

Watch: SC Sending 4 Speakers to DNC

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–South Carolina Democrats have some big names headlining the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia. The State Democratic party says four South Carolinians will be featured speakers at the convention. They include, Congressman James Clyburn, Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin, Former State Lawmakers Bakari Sellers and Current SC Democratic Party Chair Jaime Harrison. Categories: Local News, News, Politics Tags: Democrats,…

Trio Sought by RCSD for Shoplifting

RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) – Deputies with the Richland County Sheriff’s Department are looking for a trio accused of shoplifting. Crystal Anderson, 28, Joshua Campbell, 23, and Rondell Nathan, 24, allegedly stole at least $4,000 worth of lawn equipment from both the Two Notch Road and Killian Road Walmart’s over the course of several days. On June 4, the trio stole four weed eaters…

Civilians, Fall In! Army’s Fort Jackson Wants You to Visit

FORT JACKSON, S.C. (AP) – The Army’s largest basic training installation is inviting civilians to learn what happens when soldiers go through basic combat training. Fort Jackson commander Brig. Gen. John Johnson says members of the public may take part in a daylong tour of his installation on Aug. 4. The tour will introduce them to drill sergeants, show them…

5th Annual ‘Carolina Brotherhood Ride’ Kicked-Off in Columbia

RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) – Multiple law enforcement officers, firefighters and emergency personnel will be participating in the 5th annual Carolina Brotherhood Ride sponsored by Carolina Brotherhood, Incorporated. The Carolina Brotherhood is an organization that provides emotional and financial support for families who’ve lost loved ones in the line of duty throughout the Carolina’s. The 500 mile ride began Monday, July 25, at 7:50…