Scandal Says Goodbye
The hit TV show Scandal aired its last episode Thursday night. ABC’s JuJu Chang sits down with Kerry Washington to find out what it was like being Olivia Pope for the last seven seasons.
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E. coli warning for store-bought romain lettuce
(WOLO) – The CDC has warned everyone to stay away from all chopped romaine lettuce. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says an E. coli outbreak linked to chopped romaine has affected at least 53 people in the last month. Illnesses were reported in 16 states including South Carolina. Symptoms of E. coli can be severe, in some cases…
Artista Vista Kicks Off With Grand Opening
The Capital city is celebrating 27 years of art here in the Midlands with the grand opening of a new art studio in the heart of the Vista.
Missing 12-year-old Sumter boy found safe
Sumter, S.C. (WOLO) – 12-year-old Jakell Simmons, who went missing on Monday (4/16) has been found safe and is now reunited with his family. The 12-year-old boy missing after his parents picked him up from school on Monday. A caller reported to authorities that a friend had told them a young boy knocked on their door Thursday afternoon asking to use…
Former Inmate, now Prison Chaplain, Speaks Out Against Lee Correctional Violence
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– A man who was once behind bars is now on the other side looking in, and reaching out a helping hand to those now in prison. Especially after the riots at Lee Correctional Institute which killed seven and injured many more. James Murray is a chaplain for prisons across the Palmetto state and said one of the biggest problems in…
Columbia Police: Additional Charges for Teen Accused of Shooting 55 Year Old Woman
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Columbia Police have announced that additional charges have been filed against a teen suspected of shooting a 55 year old woman on Saturday. 16 year old Jaleel Brown is now charged with attempted criminal sexual conduct -first degree and attempted armed robbery, say Columbia Police. Police say Brown is accused of trying to rob money from the 55-year-old victim…
Some SC Lawmakers Want to Tour Lee Correctional
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) – A handful of South Carolina lawmakers want to tour a maximum-security state prison where a riot killed seven inmates. In a letter obtained Thursday by The Associated Press, five Democratic lawmakers tell Gov. Henry McMaster and Corrections Director Bryan Stirling that they want to see conditions inside Lee Correctional Institution firsthand. The legislators also want information…
Artista Vista Thursday
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–Thursdy the Vista will be filled with art. Dozens of businesses will open their doors for Artista Vista. The annual gallery crawl will showcase all the city has to offer. Attendees can check out the local galleries and browse paintings, sculpture, pottery and jewelry. It starts at 5pm in the vista. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Artista Vista
Boil Water Advisory Issued for parts of Newberry
NEWBERRY, SC (WOLO)– A Boil Water Advisory has been issued to some customers of Newberry County Water & Sewer Authority. The boil water advisory impacts all customers southeast of Fairview Fire Station, according to officials. This advisory affects customers along Macedonia Church Rd., Hollands Landing Rd., Dreher Island Rd., State Park Rd. and surrounding areas. Customers in this area should…
Medical marijuana bill passes House Committee
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– The medical marijuana bill has passed a House Committee. Representatives will have to wait to take it up on the floor, until next session. According to a 2016 winthrop university poll, 78 percent of the state approves of making medical cannabis legal. Categories: Local News, News, Politics, State
