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Firefighters gear up for ‘Fill the Boot’

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–  It is time, once again, to help the Columbia Fire Department kick Muscular Dystrophy diseases to the curb. The department’s annual Fill The Boot campaign kicks off Wednesday, with all of the proceeds going to the MDA. Firefighters will be at intersections throughout the City of Columbia collecting donations. The fundraiser runs through Friday. Categories: Local News Tags:…

Powerball Jackpot climbs to $550 Million

COLUMBIA,  SC (WOLO)– Are you feeling lucky? The South Carolina Education Lottery announced Tuesday that the Powerball Jackpot for Wednesday’s drawing has climbed to $550 million. The jackpot has rolled 23 times since it was last won in December, according to officials. SC Education Lottery officials say South Carolinians looking to take a chance on the $550 million jackpot with…

Texas chemical fire still going after two days

DEER PARK T.X. (WOLO) – A  fire at a plant in Texas has been burning well over  two days. Officials say the fire at  the International Terminal Company, started Sunday morning with two tanks, spreading to six by Monday. Fire officials say the fire will continue until the fuel is either gone or no longer inside of the tank. Meanwhile,…