Chapin Labor Day parade celebrates 39 years
A longtime tradition kicked of the unofficial end of summer in Chapin Monday morning.
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CPD Investigating After Car Crashes Into House
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Columbia police say a man was sitting on his couch in his home on Slighs Ave. Monday afternoon when a car crashed through the window. Investigators say it appears that the…
Jump in! Labor Day is last day City of Columbia Swimming Pools will be open
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Ready to make a splash this holiday? The City of Columbia announced that the outdoor swimming pools will be open for Labor Day. Labor day will be the last day for recreational swimming, according to the City’s…
Richland County Deputies still searching for suspect who crashed into a home
Richland County deputies are still searching for a suspect who crashed a car into a home this morning. Deputies say they responded to a report of a stolen vehicle in Apple Valley Court after 8:30 a.m.
City Of Columbia Offices closed in Observance of Labor Day
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- If you have business with city government, you will have to wait until after the labor Day holiday. The City of Columbia says in observance of Labor Day, the City of Columbia offices will be closed on…
Company offers rides for Labor Day festivities
Area police are out in full force helping keep area roadways safe during the last official holiday of the summer. Here is one way you can get to and from where you are going for all of those Labor Day festivities.
Busy Labor Day Travel Holiday, Gas Prices Down
[gtxvideo vid='DwTKGV92' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/DwTKGV92.jpg' vtitle='Busy Labor Day Travel Holiday'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--It's a busy weekend on the roads for the Labor Day holiday. AAA estimates nearly 5 hundred thousand South Carolinians are travelling for Labor Day. Most travellers hit the road…
Interstate lane closures suspended for Labor Day weekend
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Transportation officials say they will not close any lanes on South Carolina interstates unless there is an emergency over the Labor Day weekend. The Department of Transportation says it expects heavy traffic between holiday travelers and…
New App Could Possibly Detect West Nile in Mosquitoes
[gtxvideo vid='vzayuZGQ' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/vzayuZGQ.jpg' vtitle='New App Could Possibly Detect West Nile in Mosquitoe'] ABC News--A Texas University has found a way that smartphones could help determine which mosquitoes are dangerous. ABC'S Janai Norman has the details in this medical minute.
Coroner Identifies Two killed in head-on Collision in Kershaw Co.
KERSHAW COUNTY, (WOLO)-- The Kershaw County coroner has identified two people killed in a head on collision. According to the coroner, Kershaw County 911 received a call at 06:16 AM Sunday. There was a two car head on collision on…
Camper reported missing from Santee located safe says Sheriff
ORANGEBURG, SC (WOLO)--A camper reported missing from Santee has been located in good condition, according to Sheriff Leroy Ravenell. Ravenell, in a release, says the camper was missing from Santee State Park. "We are extremely pleased this lady has been…
Traditional Chain Stores post positive sales, shoppers are spending say experts
NEW YORK (AP) _ The store isn't dead for Home Depot, Kohl's, Best Buy or Target. Many traditional chains have posted strong sales, both online and at stores, as people are in a mood to spend. What's driving it? A…
Richland Library Closed for Labor Day
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- If you plan on doing a little reading over the holiday, keep in mind that the Richland Library will be closed. According to a release, all Richland Library locations will close Sunday, September 2 and Monday, September…
Riverbanks Zoo open on Labor day, see the new Rockhopper Penguins
[gtxvideo vid='zpWRlKms' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/zpWRlKms.jpg' vtitle='New Rockhooper Penguin chicks'] Columbia, SC (WOLO) --Looking for something to do on Labor Day? You can check out the new Rockhopper Penguins at Riverbanks Zoo. Friday was the first day the penguin families have been released…
Engaged? University of South Carolina 'Class' seeking applicants for free Wedding
[gtxvideo vid='lcCNq38a' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/lcCNq38a.jpg' vtitle='USC accepting applications for 2018 free wedding'] Columbia, SC (WOLO) ---It's almost that time of year to help a couple looking to get married tie the knot with a dream wedding, for free. USC's College of Hospitality,…
City of Columbia’s outdoor swimming pools will be open for Labor Day
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Ready to make a splash this holiday? The City of Columbia announced that the outdoor swimming pools will be open for Labor Day. Labor day will be the last day for recreational swimming, according to the City’s…
Gamecocks win season-opener, 49-15
The South Carolina Gamecocks kicked off their 2018-2019 campaign with a 49-15 victory over the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers Saturday afternoon. This was the first time since 2014 that the Gamecocks began their season at Williams Brice Stadium.
Home sales fall, Americans Signed fewer contracts to buy homes in July
WASHINGTON (AP) _ Fewer Americans signed contracts in July to buy homes in July compared to the previous month, as real estate sales are slipping even though economic growth is solid. The National Association of Realtors says that its pending…
SC State Fair offers early ticket purchase discounts
If you are looking forward to checking out the South Carolina State Fair, officials are offering early birds a crack at some discounts.
USC: Fans will see improvements at Stadium, including better cell service on game day
[gtxvideo vid='k89mZ8bH' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/k89mZ8bH.jpg' vtitle='USC: Fans can expect stadium improvements'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--This year USC says fans attending games at Williams-Brice can expect a few improvements. According to the University of South Carolina, this year the stadium will have more concession…
Game Day ready: USC video showing new field at Williams-Brice Stadium for Season Opener
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) (USC SID) - After spending last weekend laying new turf at Williams-Brice Stadium, Gamecocks Athletics released a time lapse video showing the process and progress made resodding the field. https://twitter.com/GamecocksOnline/status/1034143173839409154 USC hosts Coastal Carolina in their season…
UPDATE: RCSD confirms no shots were fired at evacuated Irmo vs. Dutch Fork game
IRMO, SC (WOLO) - Fans and teams watching a high school football game in Irmo Friday (8/31) night were evacuated as…
SCDNR to offer courtesy boat inspections Labor Day weekend
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--If your Labor Day plans include hitting the water, the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources wants to help keep you safe. SC DNR officials announced they…
Newberry warns of increased holiday scam calls
The Labor Day weekend is suppose to be a time of fun , friends and family. Unfortunately, The Newberry County Sheriff's Office says it's also prime time for fraud.
New Rockhooper Penguin chicks
Some new penguins at the Riverbanks zoo finally get to come out and waddle their way into visitors hearts.
