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USC Students: Josephson death reinforces need to be careful when going out

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) –USC students are still reeling from the death of one of their own. Now they say in the wake of Samantha Josephson’s murder, they’re taking more precautions and travelling in numbers. ABC Columbia’s Tim Scott spoke to students earlier this week, he reports. On the first day of classes after learning that they lost one of their…

Governor McMaster on Senator Fritz Hollings’ Passing

COLUMBIA,  SC (WOLO) — Former Senator and former South Carolina Governor Fritz Hollings has passed away at the age of 97, according to reports. South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster released the following statement on the passing of Senator Fritz Hollings: “One of South Carolina’s greatest lions roars no more. Fierce, bold, and robust – the sounds of Fritz Hollings’ vision…

Columbia International Festival: Art, dance, food from around the globe

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– This weekend you can take an International trip without leaving Columbia. The International Festival kicks off at 10am at the State Fairgrounds this weekend. It is a celebration of art, dance, and food from around the globe. Admission is $7 Saturday, April 6: 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM Sunday, April 7: 12 Noon to 6:00 PM LOCATION: Cantey and Goodman…

Lace up shoes for Heart Walk

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– It’s time to lace up those shoes for heart health. Saturday is the annual Midlands Heart Walk. Walkers accepted the challenge to help fight heart disease and stroke. For more information on Heart Disease log on to http://www2.heart.org/site/TR?fr_id=3970&pg=informational&type=fr_informational&sid=1020 April 6, 2019 Check-In 8:00 AM Starts 9:00 AM Length of Walk 5k or 3.1 mile non-competitive walk Categories: Local News Tags: Midlands…