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Judge: Dylann Roof Trial Set for December 7

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-  Federal Judge Richard Gergel announced Thursday that opening statements in the Dylann Roof trial will begin Wednesday, December 7. Jury selection continued Thursday ahead of the opening statements in the death penalty trial. Roof has chosen to represent himself. Roof is accused of shooting and killing nine black church members at Emanuel AME back in June of 2015…

John Farley at the Governor’s Carolighting

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Chief Meteorologist John Farley took to the grounds of the State House as the 50th annual SC Governor’s Carolighting got underway Thursday Night. Choirs, bells, and entertainment were all on hand as South Carolina officially welcomes the holiday season from the State House.   Categories: Local News, News, State

Concert to Benefit Toys for Tots

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – A concert benefiting Toys for Tots will be held Sunday, December 4, at Music Farm Columbia. Bring a new, unwrapped toy and pay $5 at the door, or pay $15 without a toy. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the music starts at 7 p.m. Watch the video to hear what local bands will be performing…

Restoring Hope for Flood Victims This Holiday Season

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – United Way of the Midlands, which launched its “Restoring Hope” initiative in October, is continuing its push to get flood victims back in their homes this holiday season. Since starting the initiative one year after the historic flood, United Way says it’s restored 90 homes in Richland and Lexington Counties. 29 homes are in progress. The…