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Charleston jogger reportedly beaten for smiling, waving at bicyclist

Charleston, SC (AP) —Police in Charleston say a jogger was badly beaten after simply waving and smiling at a passing bicyclist. The Charleston Post and Courier says Monday night a woman jogging along the West Ashley Greenway smiled and waved at the man who then screamed “what are you looking at”? Investigators say he then tackled the victim from behind…

Richland County deputies searching for man wanted for shoplifting, burglary incident

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – The Richland County Sheriff’s Department is seeking the public’s help in finding a suspect wanted on charges for strong arm robbery and burglary. On February 2, deputies responded to the Walmart at 10060 Two Notch Road to a report of shoplifting and simple assault case. A Walmart employee told the deputies that she spotted Mell Johnson…

$1.5 Billion jackpot winner describes the moment she found out, updates plans

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–  The attorney representing the $1.5 billion jackpot winner has released more details surrounding the what happened since she realized she won and her plans for the winnings. The winner, a South Carolinian who has chosen to remain anonymous, was visiting Greenville and chose to take the scenic route through Simpsonville. Her attorney says the sign for the…

St. Patrick’s Day Pet Adoption Special Friday and Saturday

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– For those looking to adopt a furry friend, you may want to take advantage of the St. Patrick’s Day Pet Adoption special at Columbia Animal Services. Friday and Saturday, March 15 and 16, you can adopt a pet for 17 dollars, according to officials. The adoption fee covers spaying and neutering, a microchip, feline leukemia or heartworm test,…