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RCSD Investigating After 3 Men Injured in Shooting

RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- Three men were shot after an altercation Saturday night, according to deputies. Just before midnight deputies responded to a shots fired called at the intersection of Henry and Main street. That where deputies say they found the three victims who were transported to Palmetto Richland Hospital. The conditions of the victims are unknown at this time….

Museum of Art to Host Global Art Sunday

COLUMBIA,  SC (WOLO) — The Columbia Museum of art is hosting CMA Global Sunday. According to the organizers, the CMA will pair a special Passport to Art with Baker & Baker concert series to create a Sunday focused on global music and art. In this program, say officials, visitors can take part in hands-on art projects and listen to concerts featuring…

Sentencing Monday for Former State Lawmaker in Corruption Case

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Sentencing is set Monday for a former South Carolina lawmaker who pleaded guilty to charges in an investigation of corruption at the Statehouse. The sentencing of former Lexington Rep. Rick Quinn is set Monday morning in Beaufort. Quinn pleaded to misconduct in office in December and faces up to one year in prison, though his lawyers say…

Hundreds Take The Plunge in Lake Murray

LEXINGTON,SC (WOLO)- Hundreds took the plunge in Lake Murray Saturday afternoon for a good cause. The group,  Law Enforcement Torch Run For The Special Olympics put on the event. Organizers say each donation is creating more opportunities for their athletes to experience the life-changing benefits of participating in Special Olympics. Click here to make a donation. Categories: Lexington, Local News,…

Dorn VA Looking For People With Medical Experience

COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Dorn VA Hospital sought out some specialized help on Saturday. Dorn hosted an RN Critical Care And Mental Health Career Fair to those in the community who have emergency medical experience. Organizers say this is an ongoing effort by the VA to find medical professionals who will help our nations hero’s. If you missed the event, click here…

Woman Killed in Double Hit-And-Run Identified, Police Looking For Second Vehicle

RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- The Richland County Coroner has identified the hit-and-run victim who was killed after being struck by two vehicles. Coroner Gary Watts said Edwina Walker,58, was the passenger on the moped when it was struck by two vehicles Thursday on Two Notch Road. An autopsy showed she died from blunt trauma. Columbia police have arrested William Washington,72, in…

Pedestrian Killed in Hit-And-Run

SUMTER COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal hit and run Saturday morning. The hit and run happened a little after 5:00am on TB Wright Road at Spencer Road in Rembert. Troopers believe a car was traveling westbound on TB Wright Road when it hit a pedestrian and took off. Sumter County Coroner, Robert Baker said,…

SC Woman Convicted of Dumping Newborn in Trash

CONWAY, S.C. (AP) – A South Carolina woman has been convicted of dumping her newborn daughter in an apartment trash bin. An Horry County jury on Thursday convicted Shelby Taylor of Myrtle Beach of attempted murder. Taylor will be sentenced next week. The girl was found in a bag in the trash bin and survived. Defense attorneys say Taylor suffered…