Prisma Health opens large-scale COVID-19 vaccine site in Columbia
Prisma Health opened two large-scale COVID-19 vaccination sites Monday. One is in Greenville, and the other is right here in Columbia, near Williams-Brice Stadium.
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No violence or arrests made during “Freedom of Speech” rally outside the State House Sunday
Officials say there was no violence or arrests during a protest at the State House on Sunday. A group of peaceful protesters joined outside the State House for a “Freedom of Speech” rally.
CPD: Man charged with attempted murder after Friday shooting at Finlay Park
The Columbia Police Department says they arrested a man in connection with a shooting that took place Friday at Finlay Park.
AP: Inauguration rehearsal evacuated after fire in homeless camp
Participants in a rehearsal for President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration were evacuated from the West Front of the Capitol on orders of security officials after a fire in a homeless encampment, officials said.
UPDATE: Lee County missing teen found safe
The Lee County Sheriff’s Office says they are looking for a missing 16-year-old girl.
IRS: Tax filing season will start February 12
By Jeanne Sahadi, CNN Business
Due to the pandemic, the IRS on Friday said it would begin accepting federal tax returns on February 12 this year.
MLK Food Drive-Thru takes donations today
You can honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by giving to families
Columbia, SC (WOLO) — While this year’s celebration will be virtual due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, you can still help honor Dr. Martin Luther King’s legacy by helping local families in need. The ‘Honor the Dream Food Drive’ is a drive-thru event set for January 18, 2021, happening from 9-am to 3pm. If you plan to drive through you…
EXPLAINER: Italy faces a political crisis amid a pandemic
Former Italian Premier Matteo Renzi is testing his already low popularity by provoking a political crisis that could bring down Italy’s…
Driver identified after fatal crash on Sharon Church Road in Swansea
The Lexington County Coroner’s Office has identified the victim of a fatal crash on Sharon Church Road in Swansea.
KCSO shuts down rumors of KKK violence
COLUMBIA (WOLO): Rumors circulating around Kershaw County Sunday about KKK activity on Highway 61 in Lugoff ahead of Wednesday’s inauguration, caught the attention of the Kershaw County Sheriff’s Office. On their Facebook page, Kershaw County Sheriff Lee Boan says there is absolutely no credible information any such activity has taken place. Sheriff Boan writes, “Your KCSO continues to coordinate with…
