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Schools, businesses closing ahead of Hurricane Michael

CLOSURES FOR OCTOBER 11 SCHOOLS: Bamberg School Dist. 2 Benedict College Bethel Learning Center, Columbia Calhoun Co. Schools Columbia International University Fairfield Co. Schools Kershaw County Schools Lexington 1,2,3,4 Lexington Richland 5 Morris College Newberry Co. Schools Orangeburg 3,4,5 Orangeburg-Calhoun Tech Remington College Columbia Campus Richland 1, 2 University of South Carolina – Columbia VV Reid Academy   Government: Aiken…

SCEMD ready to respond to Hurricane Michael

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)– As Hurricane Michael approaches Florida’s coast, South Carolina is getting ready to respond. SCEMD said Florence was the longest activation period they have had in recent memory. They actually just wrapped up Emergency operations last week, but now they are gearing up once again for Hurricane Michael’s impact.   “We gave everyone two days off over the weekend. So…

Columbia Police collect 26 pallets worth of supplies for victims of Hurricane Florence

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) – The Columbia Police Department has provided major relief for victims of Hurricane Florence. Tuesday (10/9), Harvest Hope Food Bank picked up 26 pallets of food, water and supplies from the Columbia Police Department to help with relief efforts following Hurricane Florence. All of the items were donated by community members during a statewide disaster relief drive…

Grand Jury Report Released in Corruption Probe

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO,AP)– A state grand jury which investigated state house corruption says Attorney General Alan Wilson impeded the investigation whether he meant to or not. The grand jury report was released Tuesday afternoon after a two year investigation. According to the report, Wilson delayed the investigation long enough for statutes of limitations on federal charges like money laundering to…

COMET to Offer Free Service on Election Day

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)– The City of Columbia’s bus service will offer free service on Election Day, November 6, 2018. A spokesperson for The COMET says the free fares are being offered to eliminate an economic barrier to exercising the right to vote. Ride-sharing apps Uber and Lyft are also offering free rides on Election Day. To get more information on…

Tropical storm watch on SC coast-Tracking Hurricane Michael

COLUMBIA,  SC (WOLO)– A tropical storm watch is in effect for many SC coastal counties due to  Hurricane Michael. SCEMD officials say now is the time to check your emergency plan & supplies kit. Protect your family & secure your home or business. According to The National Weather Service in Columbia, some impacts from Hurricane Michael are expected across central…