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Two Killed in Motorcycle Crash in Lexington County

LEXINGTON, S.C. (AP) _ Officials have identified two people killed in a motorcycle wreck in Lexington.
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LEXINGTON, S.C. (AP) _ Officials have identified two people killed in a motorcycle wreck in Lexington. Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher said in a statement that the wreck happened around 1:30 p.m. Sunday at an intersection on state Highway 6. The coroner said 43-year-old Wayne E. Whitworth Jr. of Columbia was operating the motorcycle and his wife, 40-year-old Kristie Ann…

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Coroner IDs Victim Killed in Electrocution Case

Kimberlei Davis

RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) — A 36-year-old man from North Carolina died after being electrocuted at a job site Friday, according to Richland County Coroner Gary Watts. The victim has been identified as Javier Lopez-Lira, according to the coroner’s office. Watts said Lopez-Pira was electrocuted while assisting with a road paving crew on Shadow Wood Drive in Irmo and was taken by ambulance to Palmetto…
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Former Trooper Pleads Guilty to Shooting Unarmed Man

Kimberlei Davis

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — The former South Carolina Highway Patrolman who is accused of shooting an unarmed man in 2014 has pleaded guilty to assault and battery of a high and aggravated nature. Authorities released the shocking video of now former South Carolina Highway Patrolman  Sean Groubert shooting Levar Jones just seconds after he got out of his truck at a…
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Watch: SC Aquarium Turtles, Mermaids and More

Crysty Vaughan

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Get ready to go under the sea at the South Carolina Aquarium. Our Crysty Vaughan met with Aquarium Experts to talk Turtles, Tortoises, snakes and Mermaids. The SC Aquarium will host Weeki Wachee Week Starting March 28th. It features a Mermaid show. Categories: Local News, News Tags: SC Aquarium, Tourism
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WWE Returns to Colonial Life Arena

Kimberlei Davis

Photo: Colonial Life Arena COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — WWE Live returns to Columbia when the makes its way to Colonial Life Arena on Saturday, May 15, at 7:30 PM. This live event offers you the chance to see some of your favorite WWE Superstars, including: Roman Reigns “The Lunatic Fringe” Dean Ambrose Chris Jericho “The Phenomenal One” AJ Styles “The World’s Largest Athlete”…
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WATCH: Festival Raises Awareness for Animal Advocacy

Midlands-based animal rescue, "Patter Pets," hosted the Dog and Pony Show in Cayce Sunday
ABC Columbia Staff

CAYCE, S.C. (WOLO) – Midlands-based animal rescue, “Patter Pets,” hosted the Dog and Pony Show in Cayce Sunday. The event sought to educate attendees about how they can make sure no animal is treated unfairly. To learn more about the rescue, click here. Categories: Lexington, Local News
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Two Killed in Motorcycle Accident in Lexington

A Columbia couple was killed Sunday afternoon, when the motorcycle they were riding on collided with a minivan crossing Highway 6 in Lexington
Grace Joyal

LEXINGTON, S.C. (WOLO) – Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher says a Columbia couple was killed Sunday afternoon, when the motorcycle they were riding on collided with a minivan crossing Highway 6 in Lexington. This happened around 1:30 p.m. Sunday at the intersection of Meadowfield Drive and Highway 6. The coroner says Wayne E. Whitworth Jr., 43, was operating a 2002 Harley…
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WATCH: Peter Cottontail Arrives in Richland County

The Richland County Recreation Commission hosted the 47th annual Cottontail Festival Saturday
ABC Columbia Staff

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – The Richland County Recreation Commission hosted the 47th annual Cottontail Festival Saturday. Families gathered for an egg hunt, meet-and-greet with the Easter Bunny and arts and crafts at North Springs Park off Clemson Road.   Categories: Local News, Richland Tags: Richland County Jail
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“Peter Pan” to Take Flight in Columbia

"Peter Pan" will take flight at the Koger Center for the Arts next weekend
Grace Joyal

 COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – “Peter Pan” will take flight at the Koger Center for the Arts soon. The Columbia City Ballet is bringing the J.M. Barrie classic to the stage next weekend. 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 18, 2016 3 p.m. Saturday, March 19, 2016 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 19, 2016 For more information, click here. Categories: Local News, News
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My Carolina to host Tournament Selection Watch Party

Crysty Vaughan

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– It’s time for the big selection Sunday. Officials at the University of South Carolina say My Carolina will host an NCAA Tournament Selection Show watch party for fans and Gamecock men’s basketball. Students, alumni and fans are invited. The South Carolina men’s basketball team will also be on hand at the watch party, which will take place…