Columbia, SC (WOLO)– Sandcastles are something many of us remember making as kids, but for a couple at the State Fair, it has become a 30-year hobby. “I’ve never even seen anything like this before, this is crazy,” Taylor Winter said, as this is her first time at the South Carolina State Fair. For some people, it is something…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- Family and friends packed Fort Jackson’s Main Post Chapel Tuesday, remembering Timothy Ashcraft of Ohio and Ethan Shrader of Tennessee. “When a tragedy like this happens, it really saddens all of us. We are sad at the loss of Ethan Shrader and Tim Ashcraft, their potential as soldiers and defenders of our country,” said Lieutenant Colonel Jason…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–The calendar may say October but the temperatures have felt more like the middle of summer and that’s why State Health and City officials don’t want you to let your guard down when it comes to mosquitos. DHEC says there has been an increase in the number of mosquitos infected with West Nile this year. According to DHEC,…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–You can get to know the Richland County Sheriff’s Department at the SC State Fair. Thursday, Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott will be at the State Fair from 6 to 8 for a meet and greet,. Lott will be joined by Richland County Deputy’s Kevin Lawrence and Chris Mastrianni. Both deputies appear on A&E’s LIVE PD. According to…
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)– Columbia police say an attack on an 81 year old in Finlay Park ultimately lead to his death. Investigators say on September 10th Corey Todd punched John Bagley in the face after not getting money from him. Police say Todd was found in his Irmo home weeks later, the coroner says he died from his injuries. Todd…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–Â President Donald Trump has declared disaster for the State of South Carolina, and ordered federal aid to supplement recovery efforts in 16 counties affected by Hurricane Irma. FEMA funds are available to reimburse local governments and state agencies, some non-profits and electric co-ops, but not individual residents, according to the disaster declaration. South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster formally…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–You can call SCE&G to schedule a free, home energy check-up, if you are a residential customer. The company says it is offering the check-ups–valued at 250 dollars–to help improve the energy efficiency of homes and manage energy consumption. Customers who schedule an appointment will also receive a free LED light bulb kit. A trained team member will…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– ABC Columbia is hitting the Midway at the South Carolina State Fair each weeknight at 6pm. There are a lot of rides, food and fun to be had at the fair. Our own Josh Berry and Dave Aiken took time out to enjoy one of the rides on the Midway, the ‘Double Decker Carousel, looks like they…
In recognition of Down Syndrome Awareness Month, thousands will gather in Columbia to walk together.
In its 28th year, Famously Hot SC Pride is hosting a two-day parade and festival, with double-platinum and Billboard #1 rapper Lil’ Kim headlining.
