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Police arrest suspect accused in shooting near Lake Carolina

Authorities say a suspect was taken into custody after K-9 officers were able to locate him
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Richland Co., SC (WOLO) — Richland County deputies have arrested a man accused in a shooting authorities say took place Wednesday afternoon in Northeast Columbia. According to authorities, around 1:45 in the afternoon deputies responded to a call for shots fired in the 300 block of Long Pointe Lane near Lake Carolina. Once deputies arrived they tell ABC Columbia News…
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AAA cautioning drivers about Deer this time of year

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ABC TEAM– AAA is cautioning drivers in South Carolina to slow down and watch for deer, especially during this time of year. Deer mating season takes place now through December, which means you may see more deer out on the roads. Officials say deer are most active during morning and early evening, if you see one, slow down and watch…

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Traffic advisory: Huger street temporarily shut down

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Image: CPD Columbia, SC (WOLO) — The Columbia Police Department is asking drivers to aware, and if possible stay clear of Huger street at I-26 outbound. According to authorities, a single vehicle accident took place just before 10:30 Wednesday night which caused police to temporarily shut down the road., CPD says they will reopen the road once emergency personnel have…

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SC Governor to allocate $17 million in COVID relief funds for technical college tuition

Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster says he wants to spend the last $17 million of his COVID-19 Education relief money to provide scholarships to cover the cost of tuition and required fees at any technical college in South Carolina. According to McMaster, “South Carolina must be proactive in addressing the labor shortage. This funding will take on…

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Local Living: Adoption Special and Autumn Faire

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COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)—Now for a look at Local Living. The City of Columbia is kicking off its annual Dr. Martin Luther King ‘Honor the Dream’ food drive. It benefits Harvest Hope Food bank. Some requested items include canned fruit and vegetables, dry goods, and canned meats. There are donation sites located around the city, click here for more information https://columbiasc.gov/city-kicks-off-annual-dr-martin-luther-king-jr-honor-the-dream-food-drive-virtually-and-in-person/ The…

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Candidates for Mayor in City of Columbia ready for runoff

Tameika Isaac Devine and Daniel Rickenmann face off in runoff Nov.16
Miya Payton,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Voters in the City of Columbia will head to the polls for a runoff in the Mayoral Election. The runoff is set for November, 16 2021. ABC Columbia’s Miya Payton spoke with both candidates, Daniel Rickenmann and Tameika Isaac Devine, as they prepare for the runoff.   Categories: Local News, Politics Tags: City of Columbia, runoff

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SC DHEC urging parents to get children ages 5 to 11 vaccinated

Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– The CDC approved the Pfizer vaccine for children ages 5 to 11 and South Carolina health officials are reacting. Today, DHEC said it supports the vaccine and is urging parents to get their children vaccinated. According to the CDC, the lower dose vaccine is almost 91 percent effective at preventing COVID-19. While some parents are still hesitant,…
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District: Students sickened after eating drug-laced candy

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(Courtesy: RCSD1) Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)– A spokesperson for Richland Co. School District says two Hand Middle School students were taken to the emergency room Tuesday after reportedly getting sick after eating gummies. School administrators are investigating but Columbia Police say a 14 year old has been charged with possession of hash oil. District spokesperson Karen York says she is told…
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DHEC: One person exposed to Rabid Fox in Richland County

DHEC: fox found near Brunner Circle and High Pointe Drive in Blythewood
Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–One person and three pets were exposed to a rabid fox in Richland County, say state health officials. According to DHEC, the fox was found near Brunner Circle and High Pointe Drive in Blythewood. DHEC says one person was potentially exposed and is seeing a healthcare provider. Three dogs were exposed and will be quarantined as required in…