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Police investigating Fatal Shooting near apartments in Sumter

One man was shot as he was walking near Hannah Street
Crysty Vaughan,

SUMTER, SC (WOLO)– Sumter Police are investigating a fatal shooting Sunday off Hannah Street. Police say the Sumter County Coroner identified the victim as 31 year old Bryan Myers. Police say Myers was shot after he was approached by at least two people while he was walking away from an apartment complex. Officers are working to identify those involved. Police…
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SC Dept. of Corrections Investigating Inmate hostage situation over weekend

An inmate at Broad River held his cellmate hostage for about 20 minutes Saturday, say Corrections officials
Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Charges are pending for an inmate accused of holding his cellmate hostage on Saturday. According to the South Carolina Department of Corrections, an inmate at Broad River held his cellmate hostage for about 20 minutes on Saturday. Corrections officials say the situation was resolved peacefully after officers intervened. No one was injured. A cellphone and a homemade…

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Columbia Animal Services offering October Adoption Special

Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– You can bring home a furry friend in October.  Columbia Animal Services says it is offering an October adoption special now through October 31, 2021. All dog and cat adoption will be $20. All adoptions will include spay/neuter, micro-chip, feline leukemia/heartworm test, initial vaccines, and deworming.  WHO: Columbia Animal Services  WHEN: Now until October 31, 2021  WHERE: 127 Humane Lane,…

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DHEC hosting free vaccine clinics, urging vaccinations

Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– South Carolina Health officials continue to urge anyone who is eligible to get the Coronavirus vaccine. There are free vaccine clinics across the state, for a link click here https://scdhec.gov/covid19/covid-19-vaccine On Friday, SC DHEC reported 1,333 new cases of COVID-19 and 119 new deaths. The percent positive reported was 6.4%.   Categories: Local News Tags: DHEC

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Headed to the game? Masks required at Williams Brice Stadium

University of South Carolina is requiring masks at home football games
Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Grab that mask! The University of South Carolina is requiring masks at home football games, according to an email sent out by the school. The news follows a citywide mask mandate, enacted by the City of Columbia on Sept. 8, requiring masks even at “crowded outdoor spaces”. According to USC, “the City of Columbia is solely responsible”…

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Bond denied in South Carolina heart attack murder case

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YORK, S.C. (AP) – A judge has refused to allow a man charged with murder after his aunt died of a heart attack after a Christmas home invasion to get out of jail while awaiting his trial. Jackie Childers Jr. (YCSD via WCCB) Investigators say Jackie Childers Jr. and two other people beat up his aunt and uncle in their…

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Attorney: Alex Murdaugh considered a person of interest in the death of his wife and son

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Alex Murdaugh is considered a person of interest in the death of his wife and son, according to his attorney. Maggie and Paul Murdaugh were shot and killed in June at the family’s estate in Colleton County. This comes as Murdaugh is under arrest for the second time in a month. He’s now accused of stealing settlement money from the family of his longtime housekeeper who died in 2018. At the time, Murdaugh said she died after tripping over the family dog at his home.