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Update: Man Identified Inside Burning Home

ABC Columbia Staff

HOPKINS, S.C. (WOLO) — Richland County officials have released the name of a man found dead in a fire at a home in Hopkins. Coroner Gary Watts says 84-year-old Cleveland Edmonds of Hopkins died in the fire overnight Wednesday. An autopsy showed that Edmonds died from smoke inhalation and burns. Columbia Fire Chief Aubrey Jenkins says the body was found…
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Millions Expected To Travel This Holiday Season

Over One Million Expected to Travel in South Carolina
ABC Team

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)– The holidays are here and busier than ever. This year, AAA expects over 103 Americans to travel between December 23rd and January 2nd.  1.4 million South Carolinians are expected to travel this season. Experts say lower gas prices may be behind the uptick. Whether you are driving or flying this holiday season, experts say it’s best to…
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How a tiger made difference to amazing atheletes

The Tigerman's one-man effort to make a difference for the Special Olympics
Tyler Ryan

COLUMBIA SC (WOLO) – There is just something rewarding about being an athlete – you work hard to become as skilled as you can, and compete against others who have done the same thing.  The spirit of competition, pride in competing hard, and even the endorphin rush are universal, regardless of the sport, position, or disability. The Special Olympics have…