News

Power Up, Plug-In ‘Drive Electric Columbia’ Event

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– We’re hitting the road for “Drive Electric Columbia “. Our Crysty Vaughan has more from Main Street on why some drivers are powering up… instead of paying a visit to the pump. Check out a Tesla Model X, Educate yourself about Hybrids, the styles, the models at this event. Drive Electric Columbia Saturday, September 9, 2017 Event-Free  10am-2pm…

Labor Day On The Lake, Even With High Gas Prices

Lexington, SC (WOLO)–  Gas prices are a little steep right now but the Department of Natural Resources says that may not stop people from getting out on the water on the last unofficial holiday of summer.   “We’re going fishing, maybe a barbeque, what not,” Josh Karshner said, a fisher ready to hit the water.    “So we got some…

Nikki Haley Holds Emergency UN Meeting Over N. Korea

ABC NEWS (NY)COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- Nikki Haley, U.S. Ambassador to the UN, told the Security Council Monday that its incremental approach toward getting North Korea to stop its nuclear program has failed. To the members of the Security Council, I must say, enough is enough,” she said at an emergency Security Council meeting, which was called in response to North Korea’s…

Autopsy Set for Body of Missing Boater Found on Lake Murray

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–An autopsy is scheduled for later this week on the body of a boater missing for nearly a week. His body was found Sunday on Lake Murray, say authorities. The Lexington County Coroner says 35-year-old Durham Delara’s body was found around 10 am in the Sandy Beach area. Authorities believe Delara fell overboard on august 25th…leaving his four…

Labor Day Traffic Safety Checkpoints Underway

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– The Labor Day holiday means more traffic…and more patrols. Area officers, including Columbia police and Lexington Police have stepped up their presence. As many of your neighbors head home from the long weekend…checkpoints are set for throughout this evening. Police will be checking for valid driver licenses, potential drunk drivers…and use of seat belts and car seats…

Royal Family to Welcome New Member

LONDON, ENGLAND (ABC NEWS) – The Royal Family announced Monday that William and Kate, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, are expecting their third child. The baby will join siblings Price George, 4, and Princess Charlotte, 2. In a statement, Kensington Palace wrote the Queen and other members of both families are “delighted with the news.” The palace said Kate…

We’re Not “Kidding”: Midlands Farm Favorites to Welcome Visitors

RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) – Visitors will be able to get a behind-the-scenes look at ten sustainable farms during the Midlands Farm Tour Saturday. The self-guided tour, through Richland and Lexington Counties, takes place from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Adult tickets are $15. Kids are free. Participating farms range from Arnold Farms in Eastover to Terra Kotta Farms in Leesville. Good Morning…

Columbia police investigate late night shooting

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – Columbia Police are investigating a late night shooting in a Columbia neighborhood. Police say a 13-year-old boy was shot in the lower body at the 1500 block of Ashley Street last night. At last check, the teen was listed in stable condition at a local hospital for his non-life threatening. Officers continue to verify information provided…