Watch: What To Know About the Zika Virus
Physicians across the globe are on alert tonight after the World Health Organization declares the Zika virus an international public health concern.
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Watch: Benedict College Hosts Families of Emanuel Nine Victims
On Tuesday, Benedict College held an event to honor the Emanuel 9.
Columbia , S.C. (WOLO) — On Tuesday morning, dozens of students attended a Black History Month event at Benedict College. The event, “No Greater Faith. The Legacy of the Mother Emanuel AME Church,” honored the nine victims, the survivors and their families of the Charleston Church shooting. During the event, the survivors and the family members of the victims participated in…
Richland Co. Sheriff Warns of Warming Your Unsecured Vehicle
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) — Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott warns citizens that car thieves are targeting idling vehicles. Lott said that “During colder temperatures, it is not wise to start your vehicle, and then return to the house while it warms up – this could lead to motor vehicle theft.” Between Friday, January 15 and Tuesday, February 2 13 cars have…
Man Sought in Connection to Assault of Orangeburg Teen
ORANGEBURG COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) — Orangeburg County Sheriff’s investigators are seeking a person of interest in an assault case involving a teenager. Officials with an Orangeburg County high school notified investigators after a teen reported being struck by a male her mother met through an online dating site. The teen said that in September of 2015, a male friend of…
Police Seek Person of Interest in Sexual Assault Case
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — Columbia police are still searching for a person of interest in a sexual assault case. Police Chief Skip Holbrook said the assault occurred Saturday, January 30, between 3:15 am and 3:30 am in the 800 block of Barnwell Street in Columbia. If you have information about the investigation, or the identity of the person of interest please call 888-CRIME-SC; text to CRIMES…
Richland Co. Deputies Need Help Locating Robbery Suspect
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) — Richland County Sheriff’s deputies are requesting the community’s assistance in locating a suspect wanted for a burglary that occurred in December. Sheriff Leon Lott said that an unknown suspect broke in to the AM/PM Food Mart located at 7230 Parklane Road between midnight and 1 a.m. on Monday, December 14. The thief stole several bottles of liquor only…
WATCH: Lexington Mayor Committed to Relieving Traffic Headaches Through Growth
Lexington mayor Steve MacDougall delivered his 2016 State of the Town address Monday night
LEXINGTON, S.C. (WOLO) – It’s a 20,000 person town, that as many as 100,000 people pass through every day. In 15 years, Lexington has grown by 83 percent, making it the fourth-fastest growing municipality in South Carolina. Lexington mayor Steve MacDougall delivered his 2016 State of the Town address Monday night. “Our goal is to be aesthetically appealing and preserve…
Watch: Looking for Cheap Gas in the Midlands?
Gas prices continue to creep lower and lower
Gas prices continue to creep lower and lower. This week gas-buddy dot com reports the midlands average is $1.62 a gallon.
Watch: Caucus Results Could Impact SC Votes
South Carolina Democratic and Republican reps say the Iowa caucuses could have implications for South Carolina First in the South Primary.
Watch: Big Red Barn Introduces Art Healing Program
The non-profit organization is implementing a new art healing program to help veterans
Columbia , S.C. (WOLO) — A midlands non-profit organization is introducing a new healing program for veterans. Starting in February, the Big Red Barn Retreat will hold it’s first art workshop to help veterans heal. Jim Dukes, the Director of Healing Art Programs, is also a veteran. He said art changed his life. “It saved my life,” said Dukes. “It’s…
