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…
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.
[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…
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…
[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.
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…
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…
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…
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…
[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…
[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,…
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…
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.
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…
If you are looking forward to checking out the South Carolina State Fair, officials are offering early birds a crack at some discounts.
[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…
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…
IRMO, SC (WOLO) - Fans and teams watching a high school football game in Irmo Friday (8/31) night were evacuated as…
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…
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.
Some new penguins at the Riverbanks zoo finally get to come out and waddle their way into visitors hearts.
The City of Columbia begins their treatment plan to reduce the threat of mosquitoes after a dead bird in the city tested positive for West Nile.
ATLANTA, GA (AP, WOLO) - United Airlines says it's adding more flights and using bigger planes this fall to carry passengers to college football games across the…
[gtxvideo vid='fKOLlSIJ' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/fKOLlSIJ.jpg' vtitle='City Launches Savings program at Watkins Nance Elementa'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Columbia city leaders are hoping a new program will teach children the importance of saving. Mayor Steve Benjamin and members of the Columbia City council unveiled the…
[gtxvideo vid='YTTDWSPK' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/YTTDWSPK.jpg' vtitle='City of Columbia Spraying and Treating Area Where Dead'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- A dead bird found within Columbia City limits has tested positive for West Nile, say officials. Columbia City officials have been alerted and are taking…
