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Record number of travelers this year despite high gas prices, AAA

Despite higher gas prices, AAA Carolinas says it predicts record numbers for end of year travel

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–Despite a rise in prices at the pump, the roadways and the airways will be packed this holiday travel season. According to AAA , over 1.5 million South Carolinians will travel this holiday. The major holiday travel period is underway now through Wednesday, January 1. If you’re hitting the road, you’ll see an increase at the pump. South…

Ring in the New year with ‘Noon Year’s Eve’ at Edventure Children’s Museum

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Now your kids can count down to the New Year, even if Midnight is past their bedtime. Edventure Children’s Museum announced they’re hosting a Noon New Year’s countdown. The event features live music, a juice box toast, and a countdown to Noon. The party takes places from 10am-2pm. Noon Year’s Eve is free with museum admission! Click…

Holiday travel rush is on

ABC NEWS–This weekend marks  the start of some of the busiest travel times of the holiday season. Airports across the country are bracing for the rush. According to AAA, over 11 and a half million South Carolinians will travel this holiday. The major holiday travel period is underway now through Wednesday, January 1. ABC’S Stephanie Ramos has more from New…

SC DOT warns of possible flooded roads, downed trees

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– As the Midlands prepares for the possibility of heavy rains Monday and Tuesday, the South Carolina Department of Transportation is reminding drivers to be safe. The SCDOT is urging motorists all across South Carolina to use extreme caution as heavy rain is predicted for Sunday and Monday. Flooding and downed trees could occur, says the SCDOT, they…

Lexington Deputies arrest suspect in triple homicide

LEXINGTON,  SC (WOLO)–Lexington County deputies say they have arrested a man accused of fatally shooting three people at a Bush River Road apartment complex Tuesday. The shooting occurred Tuesday off Butternut Lane. Justin Tyler Hopkins-image courtesy Lexington Co Sheriff’s Dept. Deputies say 21 year old Justin Tyler Ellaree Hopkins, is charged with three counts of murder, unlawful carrying of a…

Columbia Police: overnight shooting gang related

COLUMBIA,  SC (WOLO)– Columbia Police say they are investigating a fatal gang-related shooting that occurred Saturday night in North Columbia.  Officers say around 10:00 p.m. on Saturday, officers were on patrol in the Norman Street area and heard multiple gunshots. According to Police, officers responded to 4813 Norman Street and found a 23-year-old male victim outside. According to the Richland County…