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PETA Protester Poses Nude in Columbia

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- One animal rights group is willing to bare it all to keep turkey off your table this Thanksgiving. On Tuesday, members of People For The Ethical Treatment of Animals, otherwise known as PETA, held a nude protest at the corner of Harden and Devine streets. They say all animals are the same and none should meet a…

Help prevent hunger with a couple taps of your thumb

Harvest Hope's text campaign will help feed neighbors and may put signed Gamecock history in your house

COLUMBIA SC (WOLO)–Since 1981, Harvest Hope Food Bank has helped provide food and provisions to the Midlands and beyond.  In fact, according to Executive Director Denise Holland, the organization now serves 38,000 people a week in 20 counties across South Carolina. “There is always a need,” says Holland, “but the holidays bring an increased need,” citing the extra family around,…

Giving a voice to those who aren’t always heard

Tyler Ryan learns about the annual Silent Voices event raising money for the homeless

COLUMBIA SC (WOLO)–Since 2010, a very special organization has been a large advocate for the homeless, and for those involved, it touches close to the heart.  Homeless Helping Homeless is a non-profit formed to raise money for awareness, assistance, even to help build self-esteem, and self-reliance. Each year, the Silent Voices event offers an evening of spoken work, music, art,…

Woman, Son Accused of Dismembering Man in Cherokee County

GAFFNEY, SC (WSOC)-  A mother and her son are accused of murdering a man whose dismembered body was found under their home in Cherokee County, South Carolina. Dawn Wilkins told police in Gaffney that she and her common-law husband, Gary Stone, got into an argument after drinking. Wilkins told police said and has not heard from him since. But after a tip,…

Man Who Went Missing on Halloween Found Dead in Swansea

LEXINGTON, SC(WOLO)- A man who went missing on Halloween in Lexington has been found. According to the Lexington County Coroner, Margaret Fisher, Monday Wingard was found in a wooded area near Swansea Tuesday. Officials say Wingard’s body was discovered by community members during a search party near his home on basil road. An autopsy will be performed to determine how he…

Columbia Dermatologist Explains How You Can Protect Your Skin This Winter

COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)-The leaves are falling the temperature is dropping, which means we’re deep into fall and slowly approaching winter. One thing a lot of us have a problem with is keeping our skin from drying out. To help you with a new skin care regimen just in time for the holidays is Dr. Asha James with Columbia Skin Clinic. Dr. James’s…

Friends And Community Members Remember Senior Claflin Student Shot And Killed

  Orangeburg, SC (WOLO)– On Friday morning, Dravious Terry was found by law enforcement, shot dead in his apartment. Officials arrested his roommate, Andrew Sanders Jr. and charged him with Involuntary Manslaughter. Trinity United Methodist Church held a vigil to remember the young man who had so much ahead of him.     “No, you’re never prepared for this. It’s a…

Renovated Richland Library St. Andrews Reopens

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – Get ready to explore the bookshelves at the newly renovated Richland Library St. Andrews. The library re-opens Wednesday after a year-long renovation. The new community space features 2,000 more square feet, a designated area for children and teens, plus a technology hub. A grand opening celebration will be held Wednesday, November 15 from 10 a.m. to…