COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — A subcontractor with the Richland County Coroner’s Office was charged with grand larceny after stealing from the deceased. Authorities say 42-year-old Mitchell Melton manipulated the lock on the body bag to steal $11,000 Rolex watch off the wrist of a deceased male victim. Melton, was arrested at a residence on Legrand Road just after 10:30 am on Wednesday,…
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — Cargo volume continues to increase at South Carolina’s ports. The South Carolina Ports Authority board was told Thursday that container volume is up more than 4 percent since the fiscal year started last July. Authority president and CEO Jim Newsome says container volume last month showed a modest gain compared to February of 2015. Newsome said…
Sen. Bernie Sanders speaks at a campaign rally at the Phoenix Convention Center in Phoenix, March 15, 2016. Ricardo Arduengo/AP Photo (ABC News) — Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders said if elected president in November he would ask President Obama to withdraw his Supreme Court justice nomination of JudgeMerrick Garland. “I think I’m 100 percent prepared to support Judge Garland….
Donnie Dimele RICHLAND, S.C. (WOLO) — A man is wanted by Richland County Sheriff’s deputies after allegedly firing multiple shots striking the victim’s residence and vehicle. Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott said 19-year-old Donnie Dimele. Jr. is wanted for four counts of attempted murder, shooting into a dwelling, malicious injury to personal property, and possession of a firearm during the commission of a…
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) — A company based in upstate New York that makes parts for gas turbines is expanding its South Carolina plant and adding 50 new jobs. Ushers Machine and Tool Co. announced it is investing almost $13 million in its plant in Greenville. The expanded facility should be in operation by the end of September. Ushers has its…
Columbia,S.C., (WOLO) — If you’re searching for a furry four legged friend, meet Squiggy”. The three month old terrier mix is looking for a forever home. Could it be yours? Officials with Pawmetto Lifeline say she is in great health, good with kids and ready for adoption. if you would like to check her or any of the other animals…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–Get ready for a feast for your tastebuds. The Lake Murray Country Visitors Center is set to host the annual “Taste of Lake Murray” event March 24, 2016. The event, which features food samples from area restaurants, is also a big fundraiser. Proceeds from the Taste event go towards Lake Murray’s annual 4th of July Fireworks celebration. Good…
Columbia,S.C. (WOLO) The smiling eyes of the Irish are not the only thing that will be in Five Points this weekend. Ten of Thousands of revelers plan to celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day as well. It will be a sea of Green as you get ready to enjoy entertainment, musical performance, food and much more. Will so much to do where…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– A Civil Rights Pilgrimage in South Carolina kicks off Friday and runs through Sunday. Among the participants, U.S. Senator Tim Scott along with U.S. Representative Jim Clyburn, U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham and U.S. Representative John Lewis. Scott and Clyburn will host the Faith and Politics Institute’s 2016 Congressional Civil Rights Pilgrimage. Good Morning Columbia’s Crysty Vaughan reports….
WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — The City of West Columbia experienced a water line break affecting water customers in the following areas: 1600 Block of Fairlane Road 1800-1900 Block of Pinelake Drive All addresses on Watson Road Easton Estates Subdivision Quail Creek Subdivision Once the water line is repaired and water service is restored, water customers in this area who…
