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FAA investigating plane crash in Lexington Co.

Gilbert, S.C. (WOLO)– The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating a small plane crash Saturday in Gilbert in Lexington Co. A spokesperson for the agency says, “The pilot of a single-engine de Havilland Canada DHC-2 Beaver crashed while attempting to depart from a field near Gilbert, S.C. The incident happened around 1:40 p.m. local time. Two people were on board. The…

City of Columbia hosts Lifesavers Blood Drive

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– The City of Columbia is doing its part to help with the severe blood shortage across the state. Right now the Red Cross says there is a critical need for blood. The City and Mayor Daniel Rickenmann are hosting the 12th annual Columbia Lifesavers Blood drive. It will take place Friday, February 11 from 9:00 to 3:00…

Nine year old struck, killed

Sumter, S.C. (WOLO)– According to the Sumter Co. Coroner’s Office, a 9 year old was crossing Hwy. 378 Wednesday. Officials say Za’Hiar Hammet, died Friday at Palmetto Health Richland. The Highway Patrol is investigating. Categories: Local News, News, Sumter

Latest jobs report shows more jobs created than predicted

Despite concerns about the winter omicron surge, the U.S. economy kept creating jobs during January. Strong monthly numbers from the Labor Department surprised most economists, but the jobs market is just one facet of a complicated economic outlook for the Biden administration.