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Tea and auction to provide housing and hope

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – Transitional housing non-profit St. Lawrence Place is hosting its 10th annual “Angels Tea and Auction” Friday May 6 at the Columbia Museum of Art. Now is the time for you to get your tickets, and your chance to take home “Welcome Home,” painted by Trinity Cathedral’s own Roger Hutchinson. The money raised will help St. Lawrence…

Pet Adoption Special set for May

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–Looking to adopt a cat? The City of Columbia has a special holiday deal for you coming in May. The Columbia and Lexington Animal Services will be holding a Cinco De Meow pet adoption special for $35 during the month of May. The adoption fee includes spay/neuter, microchip, Feline Leukemia/Heartworm Test, initial vaccines and deworming. Here’s the information…

Newberry Co. officials react to Caterpillar plant’s planned closing

NEWBERRY COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) – Caterpillar announced on Thursday its intention to close its Newberry generator plant over the next 18 months. County Administrator Wayne Adams issued a statement Saturday on the county’s behalf: “Newberry County’s first concern at this time is for the employees and their families. We will be working with the appropriate state agencies concerning various forms…

Man arrested for breaking-in to Sumter PD vehicle

SUMTER COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) – A Mayesville man is facing a long list of charges, after being arrested for breaking into vehicles belonging to the Sumter Police Department, Sumter County and the state of South Carolina. Sumter Co. Sheriff’s Office officials said 19-year-old Nathian Pratt was arrested Saturday, for a handful of incidents dating back to April 6. Items Pratt…

LCSD deputies searching for financial fraud suspects

LEXINGTON, S.C. – Lexington County detectives have appealed to the public for help as they investigate a series of credit card fraud cases. “Multiple cardholders notified us last month after their cards were fraudulently used at various stores across Lexington County,” Sheriff Jay Koon said. “As part of our investigation, we’ve obtained still images of three individuals we believe are…

Kids Day Saturday in Lexington

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — It’s all about your little ones in Lexington. Saturday is Kid’s Day of Lexington. The family fun event is all about educating families about health, safety and environmental issues.    Free food and drink will be available. Kid’s Day of Lexington Offers: Various health screenings Child ID kits Internet safety tips Bike safety clinics Jump houses and…