Remembering Ryan Rawl: July 4th event honors fallen deputy
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Three years later: Vigil held for slain teen Najeer Buggs
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Dorn VA helping Veterans cope with fireworks on July 4
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SC DHEC offers Fireworks Safety
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- This July 4th you may be ready to shoot off Fireworks, but DHEC has some tips to keep you safge. The S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control is urging everyone to put safety first, here are…
Richland Library Locations closed on Independence Day
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- If you're looking for a good read at the local library, keep in mind the Richland Library will be closed for the July 4th holiday. According the officials with Richland Library, all locations will close Wednesday, July…
Stranger makes a life saving donation
A Columbia and a North Carolina woman who were complete strangers are now bound together after one donation connects them.
"We love our flag": Midlands man displays patriotism in a big way
CAMDEN, SC (WOLO)-A Midlands man is taking being patriotic to new heights with his fourth of July decorations. "We're proud to be Americans, we love our flag," Richard Diehl said. "I have a…
ATF joins local investigation of 14 'suspicious' fires in North Columbia
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) - The Columbia Police and Columbia Fire Departments responded to a reported fire at a vacant residence located at 3702 High Circle near West Beltline Boulevard this…
SCE&G ordered to cut rates by 15% this summer
[gtxvideo vid='Z7MxdYdI' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Z7MxdYdI.jpg' vtitle='WOLO_2018_07_03_18_04_03'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Customers of SCE&G are one step closer to a rate reduction after the multi-billion dollar failed construction project at VC Summer. Tuesday (7/3), the Public Service Commission ordered the utility to begin…
Summer camp charter bus catches fire
A bus full of children catches fire heading back to Newberry during summer camp.
Proper Firework Etiquette Could Help Veterans With PTSD Enjoy 4th of July More
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- Celebrating America’s birthday is a fun time for many, but sometimes it can trigger traumatic memories for those who fought for our freedoms. For some veterans with Post Traumatic Stress…
17-year-old girl charged with Waffle House robbery
Cayce, S.C. (WOLO) - The Cayce Department of Public Safety has arrested a 17-year old girl in connection with an armed robbery that happened last week (6/27) at the Waffle House on Airport…
Nelly, Ludacris coming to Columbia for United Music Fest
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Spirit Communications Park announced the music lineup for its first concert scheduled for Septemmber. Grammy winning rapper, Nelly, will headline the event. United Music Fest is scheduled for Friday, September 7th at Spirit Communications Park. Nelly…
Woman found dead in camper, boyfriend charged
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Teen Charged in Connection with Car Jacking
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Columbia police say they've arrested a teenager in connection with a recent car jacking. Investigators say last Friday 19 year old Shawkeem Reese pointed a gun at a man on Mayer St. near Farrow Rd. and demanded his…
Palmetto Health Children's Hospital urges families to protect children from Firework Injuries
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Are you ready for the 4th? If you have plans for fireworks, Palmetto Health Children’s Hospital and the American Academy of Pediatrics urge families to protect their children from injuries caused by fireworks. “We encourage families to…
America's Pastime in Lexington celebrates 4 seasons on Ball Park Road
[gtxvideo vid='9J7NDosn' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/9J7NDosn.jpg' vtitle='Blowfish 1'] LEXINGTON SC (WOLO)--The Blowfish are celebrating their 4th season in Lexington County, according to team owner Bill Shanahan, who is thankful for not only his time on…
Riverfront Park Closed until 6pm for Scheduled Maintenance
[gtxvideo vid='QALOYKPc' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/QALOYKPc.jpg' vtitle='Riverfront Park'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- On Tuesday, if you're thinking about heading to Riverfront Park, you'll have to enjoy a nice walk somewhere else. Riverfront Park will be closed on Tuesday, July 3 for additional vegetation treatment…
Free parking for the 4th in downtown Columbia
[gtxvideo vid='B3618aKz' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/B3618aKz.jpg' vtitle='Free parking for the 4th in downtown Columbia'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - There will be free parking at the meters in downtown Columbia on Wednesday (7/4) for the 4th of July. The City of Columbia's Parking Services…
Traffic Alert: Road closure causes heavy congestion on Highway 277
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) - Officials with the South Carolina Highway Patrol are working to reroute traffic on the northbound lanes on Highway 277. Vehicles are being turned around and asked to exit the highway on Fontaine Road. At this point,…
Adding a bike lane to the Farrow Road corridor stirs disapproval from community
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- The city of Columbia and the DOT are in hot water after going forward with a project that would change Farrow Road from Columbia College to East Campanella. The Greenview…
17-year-old charged in string of Lexington robberies
[gtxvideo vid='Ei83N3x6' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Ei83N3x6.jpg' vtitle='17-year-old charged in Lexington robberies'] Lexington, S.C. (WOLO) - Lexington County Deputies say they have arrested a suspect in connection with a string of recent armed robberies. Investigators say De'avian Young is charged with robbing two convenience…
SC gas tax increases for only the 2nd time in 30 years
[gtxvideo vid='FiOHyXsr' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/FiOHyXsr.jpg' vtitle='Gas tax increase'] Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) - The state's gas tax has increased by 2 cents as of Sunday. This is the second of 6 planned years of increases to provide more funding for roads and bridges.…
Columbia Mayor talks Drills and Skills Clinic and Registration
[gtxvideo vid='FnedRLrX' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/FnedRLrX.jpg' vtitle='Columbia Mayor talks Drills and Skills'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOL0)-- From flag football to tennis, the City of Columbia is getting ready for the Ninth annual "Drills and Skills Clinic". Today Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin helped kick off…
Miss South Carolina and Miss SC Teen Speak with ABC Columbia
[gtxvideo vid='oH6nmPec' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/oH6nmPec.jpg' vtitle='Miss South Carolina and Miss SC Teen Speak with ABC Col'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--We now have a new Miss South Carolina and a new Miss South Carolina teen. Miss Spartanburg, Davia Bunch, is the new Miss South…
