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SLED Investigating Eutawville officer involved shooting

SLED investigating an officer involved shooting that occurred late Thursday involving Eutawville police officer

ORANGEBURG CO. SC (WOLO)– Officials with the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division say they are investigating an officer involved shooting, Thursday night, in Orangeburg County. According to SLED, a Eutawville police officer responded to a call for service. SLED says there was an exchange of gunfire between an officer from the Eutawville Police Department and an armed man, identified as…

Local Living: Pet adoptions and more this weekend

Local Living on ABC Columbia brought to you by MUSC Health

Local Living on ABC Columbia brought to you by MUSC Health COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–In our look at Local Living, you can adopt a furry friend. Columbia Animal Services is participating in the nationwide Clear the Shelters initiative for the entire month of August, which means all adoptions are free, as shelters continue to face over-capacity issues. So far, Columbia Animal…

Grand Opening of new Main Street restaurant: Takosushi

Takosushi grand opening 1332 Main Street, Suite 100

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– City of Columbia officials were on hand for the grand opening of Takosushi. The new Main Street location is in the historic arcade mall. Takosushi is known for Asian Southwestern fusion. It features a diverse menu, including sushi, potstickers, nachos, quesadillas, soups and salads. One of the new co owners says they are excited about being in…

Anne Heche dies following car crash, family says

Heche suffered a "severe anoxic brain injury," her family said.

ABC NEWS ABC NEWS-Anne Heche has died at the age of 53 after suffering serious injuries in a fiery car accident in Los Angeles, her family says. Heche suffered a “severe anoxic brain injury,” her family said. Heche was declared brain dead Thursday night but has been kept on life support for organ donation, and her heart is still beating,…

Columbia Police: Bond denied for felony DUI suspect

Police: Bond denied for 37-year-old suspect charged in connection with fatal collision on Farrow Road involving victims on a moped

Image Courtesy Columbia Police COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–A suspect facing Felony DUI charges was denied bond Friday, say Columbia Police. According to officials, 37 year old Johnathan Gajadhar is charged with Felony DUI Involving Death. Police say Gajadhar was arrested on scene moments after a collision Thursday night. According to police, the collision happened on Farrow Road an SC-277 at 9:00 p.m….

Kershaw County Deputies arrest man accused of stabbing his mother

Deputies say 28-year-old Drake Munger is accused of stabbing his mom last night in Cassatt

KERSHAW CO, SC (WOLO)–Kershaw County Deputies say a man accused of stabbing his mother, is in custody after an overnight search. Deputies say 28-year-old Drake Munger is accused of stabbing his mom last night in Cassatt. Deputies were called to the scene on Crownvista Court around 10pm, but Munger ran from the scene before police arrived say deputies. Tracking teams…

City of Columbia’s Parks and Rec After-School program set to begin

After-School Program will begin on Wednesday, August 18 for youth ages 5-12

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–The City of Columbia’s Parks and Recreation Department’s After-School Program is set to begin, along with the new school year. The program will begin on Tuesday, August 16 for children ages 5-12. Officials say the cost for the program is $30 per week, per child. Snacks will be provided. For more information and to register  click here https://parksandrec.columbiasc.gov/afterschool-program/ Categories:…

Lexington Richland 5 Honors Irmo Little League Junior Softball team

The team represented South Carolina in the Little League Junior Softball World Series

Irmo Little League Softball – IRMO, SC(WOLO)–Lexington-Richland School District Five honored the Irmo Little League Junior Softball team on Friday. The team represented South Carolina in the Little League Junior Softball World Series. The Irmo Little League Junior Softball team was presented with a proclamation from the South Carolina State House and Representatives Nathan Ballentine and Chip Huggins were on…

Columbia hosts Prime Time in the Parks

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Get ready for a game, movie and sports night. The Columbia Parks & Recreation Department is hosting a free teen night for Columbia’s youth, with games and movies. Prime Time in the Parks is a free late-night teen program that provides a fun and safe environment for youth ages 13-18 years old.  Prime Time in the Parks Schedule|  August…

Play Cornhole for a cause on Satruday

A fundraiser plans to raise money for a local father who needs a kidney

COLUMBIA SC (WOLO) –  Three years ago, 45 year old Lugoff native Matt King was diagnosed with GPA Vasculitis, and given six months to live.  Matt did not take this sentence lightly, and engaged in an aggressive chemo regimen, which on the surface worked, pushing it into remission.  The cost, however, was the destruction his kidneys.  He is currently in…