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SCHP calls for drivers to stay sober behind the wheel on New Year’s Eve

Troopers will have a greater presence on roads across the state

LEXINGTON, S.C. (WOLO) –New Year’s Eve is all about celebrating, but it is also one of the deadliest nights to get behind the wheel. A recent study found that South Carolina is the third most dangerous state for drivers on New Year’s Eve. For Kimberly Cockrell of Mothers Against Drunk Driving, the morning following New Year’s Eve could be one…

Some Australian Cities are canceling New Year’s fireworks due to Wildfire Danger

Some Australian Cities cancel Fireworks due to fire danger

PERTH, Australia (AP) –Australia’s capital, Canberra, and other cities are canceling New Year’s fireworks shows as the wildfire danger worsens in oppressive summer heat. Pressure is mounting for the iconic celebrations in Sydney to be canceled as well, but Australia’s prime minister has said the show should go on to show Australia’s resiliency. Scores of wildfires are burning and total…

Pedestrian struck, killed on Bush River Rd identified

FILE Columbia,SC  (WOLO)— Richland County Coroner Gary Watts has identified the victim of a deadly accident from Monday night. According to Watts, 45 year old Jessica Stewart was trying to cross the 1200 block of Bush River road just before 8PM Monday night when she was struck by an oncoming car. Stewart of Chapin was pronounced dead at the scene of…

Netflix top shows of 2019

(CNN) –one streaming service is releasing a top 10 list of its most popular shows of 20-19. Netflix says the science fiction horror series “Stranger Things 3” topped the list for most popular series with “The Witcher” and “The Umbrella Academy” following in second and third. For comedy specials, “Dave Chappelle: Sticks and Stones,” “Kevin Hart: Irresponsible” and “Gabriel ‘Fluffy’…