Poor people’s campaign
A rally for economic equality at the State House lands several protestors in handcuffs and carted off to jail.
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Chicken plant takes odor complaints
West Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) – People in West Columbia can call a hotline to report a foul odors coming from a nearby chicken plant. A spokesperson for the town of West Columbia say the council approved an odor ordinance last October. The compliance hotline is 803-794-3506, but callers must use the extension 805. You can also report odor problems or…
Former corrections officer arrested for attempting to bring contraband into local prison
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) – The South Carolina Department of Corrections has arrested Correctional Officer, Georgia Breona Ford. Ford was arrested after attempting to introduce illegal contraband into Broad River Correctional Institution. According to a warrant released by the Department of Corrections, between February and April Ford brought items ranging from hair loss concealer to male enhancement supplements. Ford is charged…
Sheriff: 13-year-old arrested for attempted murder after shooting at two people
PELION, SC (WOLO) – Lexington County Deputies arrested a 13-year-old boy Friday (5/11) for two counts of attempted murder. According to the LCSO, the teenager fired a .22 rifle in the direction of his neighbor, who was outside his home on Bush Berry Road in Pelion. Witnesses allegedly told deputies a man who pulled into the neighbor’s driveway was also…
Eggs sold at Publix, Food Lion being recalled
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) – Eggs sold at Food Lion and Publix are being recalled over salmonella fears. The eggs were produced by Rose Acres Farms in Seymour, Indiana. The company began the voluntary recall in April. The CDC reports nearly 50 people have been sickened by the contaminated eggs. Categories: Local News, News, State Tags: SCNews
Friends Fondly Remember 17-Year-Old Basketball Star Who Died From Gunshot Wound
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)– From head to toe Daquantis Haggins was sporting Amon Rices’ favorite color to honor the 17-year-old he considered to be his little brother. Rice passed away on Saturday after a tough battle, trying to pull through after being shot in the upper body Thursday. “Anything is possible. That’s what I’ve learned. I just want my brother,…
Midlands Bridal Shop Helping Achieve the Royal Look for Less
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-If you want to look like a Royal on your wedding day but on a budget we’ve got you covered. A Midlands bridal shop is giving you the Royal look for less. From tiara’s to designer gowns, a Royal wedding budget may seem almost impossible, but fashion experts at New York Bride and Groom of Columbia say they…
Convicted felon charged with criminal domestic violence in Kershaw County
Kershaw County, S.C. (WOLO) – Investigators with the Kershaw County Sheriff’s Office say they have arrested a man in connection with a domestic violence dispute. Investigators say Dennis Robinson punched a woman in the face at a home in Cassatt. When deputies arrived, they say the woman was bleeding from the face and neck. Robinson, who officials say has an…
Upstate pregnant woman found dead near lake
SPARTANBURG, SC (WOLO) – Authorities are investigating the death of pregnant woman from the upsate. Brechue Wiles’ body was found Friday (5/11) near the edge of a Spartanburg lake. The Coroner’s Office reports the 23-year-old was pregnant at the time of her death. Authorities haven’t said how Wiles died but they say it was not from natural causes. Categories: Local…
Lexington sex offender gets life plus 40 years in prison
A Lexington County man convicted of criminal sexual conduct with a child under the age of 11 will spend life in prison plus an additional 40 years.
