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Man arrested for attempted murder, ramming car into home

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LEXINGTON, S.C. (WOLO) – A Gaston man has been arrested after he allegedly rammed a car into the the front of his parent’s home and pointed a weapon at his mother. Monday (2/26), the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department announced the arrest of Joshua Aaron Driggers, 21, who faces charges of attempted murder, pointing and presenting, first degree assault and battery…
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Black History Heritage Ball

Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– An event honoring the rich history of African Americans took place Sunday at Greenview Park  in the city of Columbia. The City of Columbia hosted its “Black History Heritage Ball.” The event celebrated African American history through song, dance, poetry and skits. Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin attended the free event, Sunday.   Categories: Local News, News Tags:…
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Former Airport High Asst. Principal Accused of Sex with Student, Appears in Bond Court

Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA,  SC (WOLO) — A former Airport High School Assistant Principal accused of having sex with a student appeared in a Lexington County Bond court Monday. Dawn P. Diimmler  is facing charges of sexual battery, according to Cayce Police. A judge on Monday set a personal recognizance bond at $30,000. The judge also ordered her to appear at the next…
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Mayor Steve Benjamin to Launch Columbia Weighs In challenge

Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Get ready to move.  Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin is set to officially launch the Columbia Weighs in challenge on March 1st.  The challenge is for the City of Columbia to lose 25,000 pounds collectively between March 1 and June 1.  According to the Mayor, “We are excited to embark on a three-month health and wellness journey that will not…

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Dorn VA Hosting Veteran’s Town Hall

Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– The Dorn VA is planning a Veteran’s Town Hall meeting February 27. According to officials, the town hall will be primarily for Veterans living in the Orangeburg area. The event is set for 11 a.m. in the Orangeburg County Council Chamber at 1437 Amelia Street in Orangeburg.  According to DORN VA officials, representatives will be available to provide updates about Dorn…