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Sold! State Museum Garage Sale

[gtxvideo vid='IuMyVo0I' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/IuMyVo0I.jpg' vtitle='Sold: State Museum Garage Sale'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The South Carolina State Museum was the perfect place Saturday for treasure hunters. The Museum held its annual Garage Sale . If you were you in the market for a…

Indie Grits Festival

[gtxvideo vid='5B7eTp78' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/5B7eTp78.jpg' vtitle='Indie Grits Festival'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Indie Grits continues through the weekend, part of the event took place at The Tapp's Center on Main Street throughout the weekend.  It's a four day event with 30 bands at various…

Experts Predict Rise at the Pump this Summer

[gtxvideo vid='lKJDCksm' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/lKJDCksm.jpg' vtitle='Experts Predict Rise at the Pump this Summer'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--If you're planning any trips this summer, start putting some extra cash aside for gas. Experts says you could be paying more at the pump. Consumer experts…

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham Reacts to Syria Strike

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham released the following statement on the U.S. strikes in Syria. “I applaud and admire the bravery of our men and women in uniform.  They continue to carry out their duties and responsibilities in a manner…

City of Columbia Hosts Kitten and Puppy Donation Shower

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Are you ready to shower some furry friends with donations. The City of Columbia is hosting a donation shower this April at the Columbia Animal Shelter.  Columbia Animal Shelter officials say they would like to put a…

Ambassador to the U.N. Nikki Haley Reacts to Syria Strikes

ABC NEWS (CNN) -- U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations,  Nikki Haley,  says the "time for talk ended last night." "We acted to deter the future use of chemical weapons by holding the Syrian regime responsible for its atrocities against…

Love, Peace and Hip Hop Weekend

Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- Love, Peace and Hip Hop, a five day Festival is here in the Capital City. The annual event is aimed at celebrating musical icons who've made a difference in the history of the genre. This year…

International Festival in Columbia

[gtxvideo vid='0iFbmv3j' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/0iFbmv3j.jpg' vtitle='International Festival'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--This weekend you can take an International trip without leaving Columbia. The International Festival kicks off at 10am at the State Fairgrounds this weekend. It is a celebration of art, dance, and food…

U.S. Congressman Joe Wilson Reacts to Syria Strike

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) -- U.S. Congressman Joe Wilson released the following statement regarding the U.S. action in Syria. “Tonight, the United States stood with our allies Great Britain and France to take decisive action against a murderous Syrian regime. I am…

Apartment fire forces tenants to jump from balconies

[gtxvideo vid='c2jDC3ho' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/c2jDC3ho.jpg' vtitle='Apartment fire forces tenants to jump from balconies'] MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WOLO) - Thursday (4/13) night people jumped from balconies and at least one family tossed a baby to a teen during an apartment fire in Myrtle…

Are you ready to binge watch 83 movies in 4 days?

[gtxvideo vid='Kl9mCcWs' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Kl9mCcWs.jpg' vtitle='Indie Grits'] COLUMBIA SC (WOLO)-- It is back to the movies and a celebration of southern film making, art, and storytelling as Indie Grits returns to the Capital City.  According to Amada Torruella, this year 83 films…

SC Read in at the State House

Hundreds gathered on the steps of the South Carolina State House to encourage children to start their life long love for reading early.

Uber advances safety features, background checks

[gtxvideo vid='6ghbb2Mt' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/6ghbb2Mt.jpg' vtitle='Uber advances safety features, background checks'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Uber is increasing background checks on it's drivers to help keep riders safe. The ride hailing company will start doing annual criminal background checks on drivers and…

Two arrested in connection with Lexington robberies

LEXINGTON, S.C. – A Gaston man and woman are facing multiple charges in connection with two robberies at Lexington County stores during the week of Christmas. Jaren Meyers, 18, and Pearalisha Mills, 22, are charged with armed robbery, kidnapping, possessing…

Sumter Man Accused of Assaulting Children

Sumter, S.C. (WOLO)-- A Sumter man is accused of sexually assaulting a five year old and a six year old. Brian Barefoot is charged with two counts of Criminal Sexual Conduct with a Minor. Investigators say the alleged abuse took…

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