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Concealed Weapons Bill Advances in State House

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ A bill allowing adults to carry a gun in South Carolina without a permit is advancing in the House. A House subcommittee’s three Republicans voted for the bill Thursday with no discussion. The panel’s two Democrats were absent. Similar bills in this gun-friendly state have died repeatedly since at least 2011. Law enforcement officials have consistently…

Study Shows SC as Fifth Worst State for DUI

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-  A study released by backgroundchecks.org reports South Carolina as the fifth worst state in the country when it comes to driving under the influence. “Part of the reason is that certainly, when you look at other state’s laws, we definitely have a long way to go,” began MADD SC Program Director Steven Burritt. “For a state that…

Cinnamon Roll Puts Columbia Eatery in National Spotlight

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – A Shandon restaurant will be the focus of an episode of “Ginormous Foods” on Food Network. The show came to Columbia at the beginning of March to shoot at “The Devine Cinnamon Roll Deli.” The show was was drawn to the cafe because of its 12 pound CinnaMonster cinnamon roll cake. Mother-son duo Jody and Rich Kreush…