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Developing: Forest Acres Bank Robbery Suspect now in Midlands Jail

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)—Forest Acres Police say a bank robbery suspect, captured in Florida, has been returned to the Midlands and is now in Jail. Forest Acres Police Chief Gene Sealy says 29 year old Samuel Neathery was delivered to the Alvin S. Glenn Detention center Thursday afternoon by US Marshals. Sealy says Neathery was charged by Forest Acres Police Department…

Columbia encourages residents to unplug for Earth Hour

Columbia, SC (WOLO) — Join millions of cities from across the world that are taking part in an effort to increase energy by observing Earth Hour. March 30th, from 8:30PM-9:30pM people are asked to turn off all non essential lights and appliances. The annual event is a way for residents to celebrate the planet and the life forms living on…

New Zealand bans the sale of “Military styled” guns

AR-15 rifles are displayed for sale at the Guntoberfest gun show in Oaks, Pa., Oct. 6, 2017. Joshua Roberts/Reuters, FILE NEW ZEALAND  (WOLO)-  Thursday, New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced a ban on the sales of “military style” semi automatic fire arms. This comes in the wake of the recent terror attack where 50 people were killed at two…