SC Troopers to increase patrols during “100 Deadliest Days of Summer”
Troopers are increasing their patrols to be on the lookout for distracted drivers during what they call the deadliest days of summer.
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Riverbank Zoo expected to receive nearly $1.3 million budget
The Lexington County Council originally proposed slashing the Riverbanks Zoo budget by $700,000 in a meeting last month.
Krispy Kreme set to open “sweet ” attraction in Times Square
A pretty sweet new attraction is coming to Times Square.
New Apartments open in the Five Points old Claussen’s Bakery
Columbia, SC (WOLO) — There is now a new option for anyone looking to live in five points. Tuesday afternoon City of Columbia officials were on hand for a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Caussen’s Boutique Studio apartments. The apartments are located in the old Claussen’s Bakery building a historic structure along on Greene Street. Officials say rent will run…
Foul play not ruled out as cause of deadly Orangeburg car fire
Orangeburg, SC (WOLO) — The Orangeburg County Sheriff’s Office is still working to detemine what led to a car fire that claimed the lives of two people early Tuesday morning. Authorities say SC Highway Patrol, along with their MAIT team and the Orangeburg Department of Public Safety responded to the incident around 5:40AM just off of Ridgewood drive. Officials say…
Ex-wife of Timothy Jones Jr. calls on jury to spare his life
Amber Kyzer testifies that she can't bring herself to wanting someone to die
LEXINGTON, S.C. (WOLO) — The ex-wife of Timothy Jones Jr. took the stand to tell the jury that they should not give the death penalty to her ex-husband, who was convicted of murdering their five children back in August 2014. Amber Kyzer told the jury that as a mother, she’d want to shred her ex-husband’s face off, but she says she…
McDonald’s announces hiring initiative to help employees receive better educational opportunities
If you are looking for a job this summer McDonald’s is hiring.
SC officials begin specialized training to prevent school violence and assess threats
Leaders are working to make sure schools in South Carolina are safe.
Kroger recalls berries possibly contaminated with Hepatitis A sold nationwide
Columbia, SC (WOLO) — The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning people that some berries sold at Kroger grocery chains may have been contaminated with Hepatitis A, a contagious liver disease that can run the FDA says can lead to a serious illness lasting a few weeks to several months. According to Kroger, the Frozen Triple Berry Medley (16oz.),…
SC gun supplier files for bankruptcy; majority owner sued
A South Carolina gun and sporting goods distributor is filing for bankruptcy amid allegations of mishandled funds borrowed by its majority owner.
