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SC woman arrested for driving drunk in a toy truck

Associated Press,

WALHALLA, SC (AP) – A South Carolina woman who police say was driving drunk will not be cited with a DUI because her vehicle of choice was a toy truck.  Megan Holman from Walhalla in Oconee County still faces a public intoxication charge. They say they spotted her cruising down the road in a Power Wheels electric toy truck after a…
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Rep. Clyburn welcomes 22 Democratic Presidential candidates to World Famous Fish Fry

ABC Columbia Staff,

(Photo Courtesy: Clyburn for Congress) Columbia, SC (WOLO) —  For years South Carolina Representative (D) Jim Clyburn has held a staple event in the Midlands that dozens flock to for some good conversation and some good eats. The annual World Famous Fish Fry is coming back to the Capital city, but this year is expected to be a bit different….
Local News, News, Orangeburg, State

19yo arrested for attempted murder after drive-by shooting at home with children inside

ABC Columbia Staff,

ORANGEBURG, SC (WOLO) – A teenager accused of firing multiple shots at a home last month in Orangeburg County has been charged with attempted murder. Demondre Wright, 19, faces five charges of attempted murder and one count of possession of a weapon during a violent crime. According to the Sheriff’s Office, the charges stem from an early morning shooting on…
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Find your zen during free Columbia Airport event

ABC Columbia Staff,

Columbia, SC (WOLO) — The Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) is hoping to help you find some zen during a free yoga event to celebrate International Yoga Day. Organizers say the purpose of the event is to celebrate the importance of taking care of your self through the art of yoga. Since traveling can sometimes be stressful, organizers say the 45…
Local News, News, Richland

Midlands residents pay last respects to unclaimed veteran

Rob Dew, Associated Press, (BI) Ziemer,

Photo: Mary Ann Chastain Columbia, S.C. (WOLO, AP)–  Hundreds came to Fort Jackson National cemetery Friday morning to pay final respects to Petty Officer Third Class James Miske. Earlier this week Caughman-Harman Funeral Home announced the 75 year old Navy veteran who served in Vietnam had no family to claim him and requested the community attend Friday’s service. The funeral…
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West Columbia pedals on track with new bicycle lane

ABC Columbia Staff,

WEST COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) —The City of West Columbia wants to make the city a safe place for those who want to pedal around town. Residents were invited out to attend the city’s new bike lane ribbon cutting ceremony along B Avenue at the West Columbia Community Center. Guests were invited to bring their helmets and bikes to help break…
Local News, Politics, State

Democratic Presidential candidate Kamala Harris open campaign headquarters in SC

ABC Columbia Staff,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) — Democratic Presidential candidate Kamala Harris is strengthening her presence here in South Carolina. Harris’ campaign held its official office opening in Columbia Thursday evening. A campaign spokesperson says this is part of an aggressive effort to have a field presence in every region of the state to ensure Harris’ campaign hears from all voters, in all 46…