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Body of missing person found in northeast Richland County

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) – A body was found on Barbara Drive in northeast Richland County Monday. The Richland County Sheriff’s Department deputies responded to the 1800 block of Barbera Drive around 4:30 p.m. RCSD says the person had been reported missing on Friday and was found by a family member. An autopsy is planned to determine cause of death but…

Deadly holiday on SC Roads, say Public Safety officials

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–The New Year’s holiday was a deadly one on South Carolina highways. The SC Highway Patrol announced four people died in accidents between 6pm New Year’s Eve and just before Midnight on January 1. 2020. So far, in 2020 seven people have died in traffic related incidents compared with 19 at the same time last year, say South…

An always-evolving city: A look at Columbia’s past and how it could change in the future

The "Columbia Compass" plan looks to keep the city changing leading up to its 250th anniversary in 2036

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) –A city is always evolving, but much like it has over the last century, Columbia might see some changes in the next few years. City planners are laying out their road map for the Capital City’s future, but keeping in mind aspects of its past. Back in the 1920’s, Columbia was not the same city it is…

Local Living: Alan Jackson in Concert and ‘Little Women’ Movie Review

Crysty Vaughan takes a look at some of the January events in Local Living

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Country music legend Alan Jackson is coming to the Colonial Life Arena and tickets are on sale now. Jackson is bringing his 20-20 tour to the Colonial Life Arena on Saturday, January 11, 2020. According to a release from the Colonial Life Arena, Country Music Hall of Famer Alan Jackson will bring decades of hits to South Carolina. Tickets and information…

SC Interfaith Community stands together in light of hate crimes

SC African-American Community, Jewish Community, and Interfaith Community stood together in solidarity against violence

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–At the State House on Monday an Interfaith group took a stand against hate. Monday, members of the State’s Interfaith Community stood together in light of recent attacks on Jewish community centers and other religious groups across the country. During the event, religious leaders called on lawmakers to pass hate crime legislation in South Carolina. Categories: Local News…

Roll up your sleeves at ABC Columbia-Red Cross Blood Drive

 ABC Columbia is partnering with the Red Cross on Thursday, January 9, 2020

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–If you are looking to give the gift of life, you can attend the ABC Columbia Blood Drive. ABC Columbia is partnering with the Red Cross for this annual event. Mark your calendar for this Thursday, January 9, 2020. You can stop by the Plex at the Village at Sandhill to donate blood. Donations can be made from…

Deputies seek suspect following high-speed chase

Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)– Richland Co. deputies are looking for a suspect they say fled a traffic stop Monday afternoon. Investigators say around 3:00 p.m., a deputy tried to stop a car on Sprott St. for a traffic violation. Deputies say the driver stopped and as they approached two suspects ran from the car. According to investigators the 17 year…