Runoff race for District 20 seat takes place today
It's election day and many of you are heading to the polls to have your voice heard for the Senate District 20 seat that's up for grabs.
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SC Hurricane Mathew Recovery still going strong, nearly two years later says agency
[gtxvideo vid='bEjoFwC0' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/bEjoFwC0.jpg' vtitle='SC Hurricane Mathew Recovery nearly two years later'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Ut has been almost two years since Hurricane Matthew made landfall in South Carolina, and the State Disaster Recovery Office says they never stopped working. According…
Bicyclists hit and killed identified
The Richland County Coroner releases the name of the bicyclist struck and killed over the weekend along Hardscrabble Road.
Dominion Energy kicks off series of meet-and-greets in Newberry
NEWBERRY,SC (WOLO)- Dominion Energy representative answered some questions from SCANA customers on Monday about the potential merger. The Virginia based company kicked off the series of meetings at the Newberry Opera House. "It's important to us to be invested in…
Funeral Plans released for Senator John McCain
[gtxvideo vid='amvJzPlz' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/amvJzPlz.jpg' vtitle='Funeral Plans released for Senator John McCain'] ABC NEWS--Two days after Senator John McCain died at the age of 81 - his family is releasing details about his funeral plans. The senator will Lie in State at…
Red Delicious loses US title as favorite apple
[gtxvideo vid='szviyfHo' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/szviyfHo.jpg' vtitle='Red Delicious loses title as US favorite'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - After half a century on top, "Red Delicious" is no longer the most produced apple in the United States. According to the US Apple Association, America's…
Lexington looks for families of deceased to return unclaimed property
The Lexington County coroner is hoping she can help reunite people with their deceased loved one unclaimed property. Here's how you can find out if you have a family member on the list.
Body left to rot in funeral home for years
Two men are facing charges for desecrating human remains at a funeral home Spartanburg. Find out what police say they did with a corpse that could land them in prison.
City of Columbia Launches 'Blue Bike" bike share project
[gtxvideo vid='nLdEAbQq' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/nLdEAbQq.jpg' vtitle='City Launches 'Blue Bike" bike share project'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--On Moonday, Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin, along with City officials, held the pre-launch for a new bike share program in Columbia. It's called "Blue Bike". Blue-Cross-Blue Shield has…
Live: Dominion Energy representative on proposed Merger with SCANA
[gtxvideo vid='mdvfEDea' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/mdvfEDea.jpg' vtitle='Live: Dominion Energy representative on propsed Merger'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The company hoping to merge with SCANA hopes to win over utility customers with a meet and greet. Representatives from Dominion Energy are holding a meet and greet…
Former Gov. Riley participates in prison reading program
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - A former South Carolina governor is participating in a program that officials hope helps keep inmate fathers in touch with their children. The Department of Corrections says former Gov. Dick Riley is spending time at Kirkland…
CPD searching for Dutch Square Mall burglary suspect
Columbia Police need your help to identify this suspect accused of robbing thousands of dollars worth of jewelry at Dutch Square Mall this month.
SCE&G: Tree Trimming in Columbia Neighborhoods
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– SCE&G will perform tree trimming along overhead utility lines in some Columbia neighborhoods. The tree trimming will take place over the next two weeks. According to officials, the following areas will see tree trimming: Arsenal Hill Neighborhood…
Bicyclist killed in hit-and-run identified
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- Officials have identified the man killed while on his bicycle. The incident occurred at the intersection of Hardscrabble Road and Lake Carolina Drive, Columbia, SC. Richland County Coroner Gary Watts said Justin Turner,40, of Elgin,was the…
Dominion Energy holds meet-and-greets around South Carolina
NEWBERRY, S.C. (AP) _ A Virginia-based power company looking to merge with an embattled South Carolina utility is kicking off a series of meetings offering an opportunity to learn more about their aims and goals. Dominion Energy officials are in…
Police recover body from pond in Irmo subdivision
IRMO,SC (WOLO)-Irmo police say they recovered a body from a local pond this afternoon. Officers say with assistance from the Lexington County Sheriff's Department, they recovered the body from a pond in in the Carmel Commons Subdivision. That subdivision is off…
Former Clarendon County Sheriff passes away at 64
MANNING, SC (WOLO)– Former Clarendon County Sheriff Randy Garrett passed away Saturday. Randolph Lee “Randy” Garrett, Jr.,64, widower of Barbara Brock Garrett, died at McLeod Regional Medical Center. Stephens Funeral Home is handling Garrett's services, and confirmed his passing. He…
Warrants: Guard arrested after shoving restrained prisoner
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Authorities say a South Carolina prison guard has been charged with assault after pushing over a restrained inmate. The Department of Corrections said Travis Laquinton Reese is charged with misconduct in office and third-degree assault and…
Gas Prices Down in South Carolina
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--If you need to fill up at the pump, there's some good news for your wallet. According to AAA, we're averaging $2.53 a gallon in South Carolina, that's down a nickel from last month. AAA says the Palmetto…
USC lays new field turf after concert, before Gamecocks play
Four days after Beyonce and JAY-Z took over Williams-Brice Stadium, continuing their "On the Run II" tour, South Carolina Turf and Landscaping services starting laying new grass on the ground, just seven days away from kickoff to the 2018 Gamecocks football season.
Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin send condolences to the McCain Family
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin tweeted out his condolences to John McCain's family after the announcement of his passing on Sunday. https://twitter.com/SteveBenjaminSC/status/1033519487650357249 The six-term Republican senator had been battling a number of health problems in recent years. He had…
"He was among the greatest of men, and he was my friend," Governor Henry McMaster on John McCain's death
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Governor Henry McMaster released a statement on the passing of Senator John McCain Sunday. ""I will never forget John McCain. He was among the greatest of men and he was my friend. I hope his family can find…
"America and Freedom have lost one of her greatest champions," SC US Senator Lindsey Graham on John McCain's death
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Senator Lindsey Graham released a statement on Sunday in regards to the passing of his close friend John McCain. https://twitter.com/LindseyGrahamSC/status/1033512299376590849 https://twitter.com/LindseyGrahamSC/status/1033515753981534208 The six-term Republican senator had been battling a number of health problems in recent years. He had…
Deputies investigate deadly shooting in West Columbia
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)- Deputies are investigating a deadly shooting in West Columbia Friday night. The shooting happened in the 100 block of Riverbend Drive around 11p.m. Deputies say they found Corey Jamison,27, with a gunshot wound. According to Lexington County…
SC DOT Longterm Plans for Malfunction Junction
[gtxvideo vid='9cFeFEo4' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/9cFeFEo4.jpg' vtitle='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…
