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Baby Found in Dumpster Puts Spotlight Back on Daniel’s Law

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) The Claflin student who left her newborn baby in a dumpster has brought attention back to the issues of infant abandonments. I spoke with officials who want parents to know there are better options out there. “Daniel’s Law is the safe Haven’s act and it was established so that mother’s who were in a bad situation or…

Governor Haley Issues Executive Order Seeking Removal of Richland Rec Commission Members

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–Thursday Governor Nikki Haley issued an Executive order in regards to the Richland County Recreation Commission Board Members. In the Executive Order from the Governor, it states,  I hereby provide written notice to all members of the Richland County Rec Commission of the specific charges brought against them showing cause for removal from office. I hereby provide reasonable…

Two People Found Dead at Home in Travelers Rest

TRAVELERS REST, S.C. (AP) – Greenville County sheriff’s deputies are investigating after two people were found shot to death at a home in Travelers Rest. Master Deputy Ryan Flood said deputies were called to check on a resident’s welfare about 2:40 p.m. Wednesday. The coroner’s office said two dead men were found in the home. Their names have not been…

Democrats, Republicans and Political Experts React to Election

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)– A big night for the GOP in South Carolina. The state went red for President-Elect Donald Trump. Other candidates won big in their local races as well. While Grand Old Party members were celebrating their victories, many Democrats were left disheartened after candidate Secretary Hillary Clinton lost the election, trailing Trump by over 50 electoral votes. ABC…

New Zoo 5K to Kick Off Lights Before Christmas

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – Riverbanks Zoo and Garden will kick-off its annual Lights Before Christmas with its first ever 5K, to benefit wildlife conservation and education efforts. The race will begin at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday, November 19. The run will wind through the park’s scenic back roads, cross the Saluda River and pass some of the most popular exhibits…