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Watch: TSA Tackles Summer Travel Wait Times

New York City, N.Y.(WOLO) — Summer travel season is almost here and if you’re tired of waiting in those long security check points you’re not alone. The Big Apple is currently seeking out ways to make wait times shorter. While TSA officials think they have the perfect way to sniff out a solution. Click to find out more. Categories: National…

Two Stabbed Following Text Message Exchange, Police Say

RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) – A heated text message exchange lead to two people being stabbed on Sunday, police say. According to officials with the Richland County Sheriff’s Department the victim and the suspect met in the 2100 block on Wilkinson Road around 7 p.m. During the altercation, police say when the victim turned to run, the victim was stabbed…

Sheriff’s Deputy Arrested Accused of Burglary, Domestic Violence

Sharmeen Crandell COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – A deputy with the Richland County Sheriff’s Department is finding herself on the other side of law. Sharmeen Danyelle Crandell, 41, was arrested and is charged with second degree burglary and domestic violence of a high and aggravated nature. According to a police report Crandell and a second suspect went to the victim’s apartment and…

Body found in SC park identified as missing 4-year-old

CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) – Authorities have identified the body found in James Island County Park as that of a 4-year-old whose family had reported him as missing several hours earlier. Charleston County coroner Rae Wooten said Sunday that the body found shortly after 10 p.m. Saturday in a marshy area of the park is that of Duffy McLemore. Police say…

“Fan the Heat” Program Kicks Off in the Midlands

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– As the warmest months of the year approach, local police departments would like to remind everyone about their ongoing “Free Fan Program”. This annual program provides hundreds of fans to those in the community who may not be able to stay cool otherwise. The Lexington Police Department is accepting donations of new box style fans to continue this program….

Director: Adult Education Critical for State’s Economy

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) – The director of South Carolina’s education oversight agency says the state must ramp up efforts to educate and retrain adults, or jobs will vanish. A new report shows just 40 percent of South Carolina’s adults ages 25 to 64 have an industry certification or degree beyond high school. Twelve percent lack even a high school diploma….

Wofford Fraternities Challenge Leases For New Greek Village

SPARTANBURG, S.C. (AP) – Fraternities at Wofford College are refusing to sign leases for buildings in the new Greek Village, saying they’re upset about additional obligations that the school imposed. Wofford President Nayef Samhat tells The Herald-Journal of Spartanburg that the college is responsible for a communication breakdown. Attorney Matt Abee says in a letter to the school that copies…

Black Expo South brings week-long celebration to Columbia

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – The 19th Annual Columbia Black Expo South kicked-off Saturday, with a community service day. Sunday, the expo sponsored the Neo-Soul Cafe Soul Sessions at 701 Whaley. The event was a chance for artists and musicians to share their craft. Here are the other events on tap for this week: Monday: Young, Black and Talented Wednesday: Power…