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SC Governor issues Executive Order which orders school closures and closures of all state government offices

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster on Monday issued an Executive Order 2018-30, which orders school closures and closures of all state government offices. Per the Governor’s office: The order is for all non-essential personnel in the following counties, beginning tomorrow, Tuesday, September 11: Aiken, Allendale, Bamberg, Beaufort, Barnwell, Berkeley, Calhoun, Charleston, Colleton, Clarendon, Darlington, Dillon, Dorchester, Florence, Georgetown,…

SC DOT Longterm Plans for Malfunction Junction

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– SC DOT is working on a massive project aimed at alleviating traffic congestion on 1-26 and 1-20, commonly called Malfunction Junction. The hectic highway is slated for a complete make-over. But the new construction plans come with a hefty bill and people who live and have to drive it every day want to make sure it’s right….

LOOK! Forward Photography Exhibit Opening This Weekend

COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Family Connection of South Carolina is partnering with Richland Library for it’s Look! Forward Photography Exhibit. The exhibit showcases the beauty and strength of 49 children, teens and young adults who are living rich, full lives despite their disability or special healthcare need. Orgainizers says each photo tells a unique story. The exhibit will run from June 2nd…

Midlands Bridal Shop Helping Achieve the Royal Look for Less

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-If you want to look like a Royal on your wedding day but on a budget we’ve got you covered. A Midlands bridal shop is giving you the Royal look for less. From tiara’s to designer gowns, a Royal wedding budget may seem almost impossible, but fashion experts at New York Bride and Groom of Columbia say they…

South Carolina plans statue of hoops star A’ja Wilson

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) – Basketball star A’ja Wilson is getting a statue at South Carolina. University President Harris Pastides closed graduation ceremonies Saturday by announcing the school plans to build a statue of the national player of the year. Wilson helped South Carolina win the 2017 NCAA title and left as the school’s all-time scoring leader. Wilson received a loud…

Curtis Wilson Joins Good Morning Columbia, Goes live with LIVE PD

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–ABC Columbia (WOLO-TV) is welcoming our newest member, Curtis Wilson, to the ABC Columbia News team. Curtis Wilson joins the station as Co-anchor of Good Morning Columbia airing Monday-Friday 5:00-7:00 AM on ABC Columbia. Curtis is live in the field with his ‘Good Morning Curtis’ segments. Monday you can find Curtis with an inside look at the LIVE…

Beyonce donating $100,000 in scholarships to historically black colleges

NEW YORK (KABC) –Beyonce is donating $100,000 in scholarships to students attending historically black colleges and universities. The Homecoming Scholars Awards Program, which was announced on Monday, gives a $25,000 scholarship to a chosen student from four universities – Tuskegee University Iin Alabama, Bethune-Cookman University in Florida, Xavier University of Louisiana and Wilberforce University in Ohio. The funds will go toward…

President Trump: military strike underway in Syria

(WOLO, ABC NEWS) – President Donald Trump announced that he ordered a strike on Syria in response to last weekend’s alleged chemical weapons attack. Addressing the nation Friday evening, Trump said the strike is currently underway. The strike came as Trump has alluded to military action in Syria all week, even tweeting on Wednesday that Russia should be “ready” because…

Midlands Trooper Becomes First Female ‘Trooper of The Year’ in South Carolina

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-For the first time ever a female trooper was recognized as trooper of the year by the Highway Patrol. The honor took place at the South Carolina Department of Public Safety headquarters on Monday. Trooper Stevi Price, is with troop one, which is in Richland County. She was recognized for her help in saving the life of a…