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Thursday Closures due to Hurricane Michael
CLOSURES FOR OCTOBER 11 SCHOOLS: Bamberg School Dist. 2 Bethel Learning Center, Columbia Calhoun Co. Schools Columbia International University Fairfield Co. Schools Kershaw County Schools Lexington 1,2,3,4 Lexington Richland 5 Newberry Co. Schools Orangeburg 3,4,5 Orangeburg-Calhoun Tech Richland 1, 2…
A non-profit group is suing the State Treasurer for its name
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) - A non-profit that empowers individuals with disabilities to live self-directed lives, Able SC, has filed a trademark lawsuit against the State Treasurer's new savings program for individuals for disabilities called…
Richland Co. Council narrowly approves tax cuts for gun manufacturer
A tax break for a gun company in the Midlands was approved by the Richland County Council.
City leaders urge residents to prepare for Michael
City leaders are watching Hurricane Michael and urging residents to prepare as the storm makes it way to the Midlands
State Fair will close Thursday due to Hurricane Michael impacts
[gtxvideo vid='DmsOuNiW' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/DmsOuNiW.jpg' vtitle='FairRainyStart'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- The South Carolina State Fair will close Thursday, Oct. 11, because of Hurricane Michael and the potential impacts to the Midlands area. According to an email, the South Carolina State Fair had…
Utility crews stage for storm damage after Michael rolls through
[gtxvideo vid='oU7wWRPg' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/oU7wWRPg.jpg' vtitle='PowerPreps'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Utilities throughout the Midlands are preparing for the possibility of widespread power outages Thursday (10/10). SCE&G has utility trucks lined up at Columbia Motor Speedway ready to respond after Michael rolls through…
SC State Fair closing Thursday as Michael approaches
The South Carolina State Fair announced that it will close Thursday Oct. 11 as Hurricane Michael reaches the Midlands.
American Red Cross to open shelters as Hurricane Michael approaches
The American Red Cross is preparing to open shelters for those who need alternative places to stay during the storm. Click here to see which locations are available near you.
Lexington Country officials preparing for Hurricane Michael
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO) -- Lexington County officials say they are continuing to monitor the track of hurricane Michael as it moves towards South Carolina Thursday morning. County officials say they will convene at 4 a.m. to determine County operations Thursday,…
ABC Columbia Weather Update-Tracking Hurricane Michael
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SC State Fair kicks off Wednesday
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State of Emergency remains in SC
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DHEC urging Dam owners to take safety precautions ahead of Hurricane Michael
COLUMBIA, SC WOLO)– Officials with the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental control are telling owners and operators of reservoirs statewide to check their dams and take appropriate steps to safely lower the water levels. DHEC says the water…
Columbia Fire Department to host Parade on Saturday
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The City of Columbia’s annual Fire Prevention Parade will be held Saturday October 13, 2018. The parade is set to kick off at 11am at W.A. Perry Middle School. The parade route will move down Barhamville Road and…
Wednesday forecast- tracking Hurricane Michael
Michael, as of early Wednesday morning is a Category 4 Hurricane and is projected to make landfall near Panama City Florida later today. The storm will continue the projected path toward the northeast, which puts the Midlands right in the…
SC State Fair monitors Hurricane Michael
The SC State Fair officials say they plan to kick off festivities as scheduled but continue to monitor Hurricane Michael.
Schools, businesses closing ahead of Hurricane Michael
CLOSURES FOR OCTOBER 11 SCHOOLS: Bamberg School Dist. 2 Benedict College Bethel Learning Center, Columbia Calhoun Co. Schools Columbia International University Fairfield Co. Schools Kershaw County Schools Lexington 1,2,3,4 Lexington Richland 5 Morris College Newberry Co. Schools Orangeburg 3,4,5 Orangeburg-Calhoun…
SCEMD ready to respond to Hurricane Michael
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- As Hurricane Michael approaches Florida’s coast, South Carolina is getting ready to respond. SCEMD said Florence was the longest activation period they have had in recent memory. They actually just…
Columbia Police collect 26 pallets worth of supplies for victims of Hurricane Florence
[gtxvideo vid='oQltOmnA' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/oQltOmnA.jpg' vtitle='DisasterRelief'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - The Columbia Police Department has provided major relief for victims of Hurricane Florence. Tuesday (10/9), Harvest Hope Food Bank picked up 26 pallets of food, water and supplies from the Columbia Police…
Dorn VA's home away from home
Governor Henry Mcmaster's wife is the new honorary chair of a fundraising effort to help Veterans to live comfortably while they get medical treatment.
COMET to Offer Free Service on Election Day
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- The City of Columbia's bus service will offer free service on Election Day, November 6, 2018. A spokesperson for The COMET says the free fares are being offered to eliminate an economic barrier to exercising the right…
Tropical storm watch on SC coast-Tracking Hurricane Michael
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- A tropical storm watch is in effect for many SC coastal counties due to Hurricane Michael. SCEMD officials say now is the time to check your emergency plan & supplies kit. Protect your family & secure your…
Police: Suspect Wanted for Burglary at TS Martin Drive
Columbia Police released a sketch of a suspect wanted for burglary in September. Officers say the burglary happened Sept. 30.
Man accused of stealing money from vending machines, again
The Columbia Police Department says they are searching for a man accused of breaking into a vending machine and stealing cash while out on bond for allegedly committing the same crime months earlier.
