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Gas tax increase hits just before the 4th of July

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) — If you thought gas was a little more expensive today, you were not imagining things. Today, Monday July 1st, 2019 the gas tax increased from 20 cents a gallon, to 22 cents a gallon. The increase is third of six planned increases over a 6-year period, aimed at providing more funding for roads and bridges. A…

Fireworks laws in South Carolina

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–The Fourth of July is right around the corner and if you are planning your own fireworks display its important not only to stay safe but also to stay legal. There are several laws surrounding the sale and use of fireworks in South Carolina. For a complete look at those laws click here. Categories: Local News, News, State

Lake Murray Boat Parade celebrates July 4th early

IRMO, SC (WOLO)–Independence Day was celebrated early over the weekend at Lake Murray. The Lake Murray Country Visitor’s Center hosted a Boat Parade and Fireworks. At Lake Murray Saturday, June 29th, plenty of people got a jump start on 4th of July festivities. People went all out and decorated their boats to showcase their pride for America and the jewel…

Exclusive: Surveillance video captures rescue at Shem Creek following dock collapse

by Rachel Ellis

MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCIV) — ABC News 4 obtained 911 calls and exclusive surveillance video on Sunday that documented the frantic moments after the dock gave way at Shem Creek on Saturday night. Partygoers dropped into the water and bystanders rushed to help. Surveillance video captured people getting out of the water. If looked closely at that dock in the video,…