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ABC Crossover Episodes

Los Angeles, CA (WOLO) — Two of ABC’s toughest leading ladies are set to share the small screen for the first time. The Network confirms that its shows Scandal and How to get away with Murder will both feature crossover episodes this season. The shows starring Viola Davis and Kerry Washington broke the news on their social media accounts. Davis…

City of Columbia Grants Temporary Permission for Water Shut Off, if Pipes Burst

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– The City of Columbia is helping out water customers during the winter freeze. According to City officials, Wednesday, January 3, through 8 a.m. Monday, January 8, Columbia Water is granting temporary permission for customers to shut off their water at the meter if they experience a water line break and do not have a shut-off valve installed on the property….

Charleston Working to Dig Out from Snow

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) – The American Red Cross says more than 120 people were in its three shelters along the South Carolina coast after a winter storm moved up the East Coast. The agency said in a news release Thursday morning that the largest group was at Hardeeville-Ridgeville High School in Jasper County, with 86 people. The Red Cross also…

UPDATE: Weather Delays and Closings

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – The following locations have announced schedule changes in the aftermath of winter weather and frigid temperatures: Schools and Government Bamberg County state government offices: Open at 1 p.m. Thursday Bamberg School District 1, 2: CLOSED Thursday Bamberg School District Two CLOSED Thursday Calhoun County state government offices: Open at noon Thursday Claflin University,Opens at 10 a.m….

Shelters to Escape the Cold

Several shelters have been set-up to get out of the cold they are located at: Beaufort Elementary School Aldergate United Methodist Church Charleston Area Convention Center Hardeeville South (Hardeeville-Ridgeland Middle School Orangeburg City Gym Williamsburg County Rec Center   Categories: News

Gov. McMaster Urges Residents to Stay Safe During Winter Weather

COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)-Governor Henry McMaster met with State and County emergency management officials regarding the wintry mix that have created dangerous conditions in the Palmetto State. “Don’t drive if you don’t have to,” Governor Henry McMaster said. A wintry blast causing Snow to cover roadways along coastal areas, and several bridges iced over. “We’re working very closely with the city and county government,…

Cold Weather Reminder: Protect Your Pipes

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) – With prolonged lows especially overnight you need to keep your home in mind as the weather can be a danger for your pipes. Here are a few tips from the City of Columbia’s water department that could help prevent property damage: Cover exposed pipes Allow faucets to drip overnight Open cabinets underneath the sinks Categories: Local…