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Man Broke into Vehicles While The Owners Were In Church

Camden, SC (WOLO)– While people worshiped in their churches, a man broke into their cars and took multiple items– including cell phones. One of those phones is what led to his arrest. Kershaw County said this is a great reminder to do something very simple, but it keeps the thieves away. Chief Deputy Jack Rushing says when the honest and generous people…

McMaster issues executive order to attempt to stop illegal into contraband in prisons

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) – Gov. Henry McMaster issued Executive Order 2018-16, which suspends procurement and human resource regulations for the Department of Corrections (SCDC) to combat the flow of illegal contraband into the prison system. By waiving these regulations, the department can expedite efforts to recruit and retain correctional officers by enhancing hiring salaries, adjusting existing salaries, removing overtime prohibitions, as…

Lexington County to host Special Recycling Event

LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO) It’s time to recycle. Lexington County is helping residents out with an event to recycle electronics and household hazardous waste. It will also include shredding on site free of charge on Saturday, April 28, 2018 from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. at White Knoll High School, located at 5643 Platt Springs Rd., Lexington, SC 29073.  According to officials, additionally, any South Carolina…

Columbia Police Searching For Car Involved in Hit and Run

  COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- Police are looking for a car involved in a hit and run Saturday night. Columbia Police say the driver hit a 37-year-old male pedestrian in the 2300 block of Two Notch Road. The victim suffered serious injuries and is at a local hospital.   Anyone with information is asked to call CRIMESTOPPERS at 1-888-Crime-SC. Categories: Local…

Open Streets Sunday in City of Columbia

COLUBMIA, SC (WOLO)– Lace up the tennis shoes or grab the bike, Sunday the City of Columbia Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee is hosting an Open Streets Event.  It will take place from 1-5pm along Devine Street. According to City officials, the Open Streets initiatives temporarily close streets to automobile traffic, so that people may use them for walking, bicycling, dancing, playing, and…