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Man arrested for making alleged threats against Orangeburg-Wilkinson High School

Orangeburg County Sheriff Leroy Ravenell said a man has been arrested in connection to threats against an area high school.

Free Tax Preparation to Qualified Households Today at Richland Library

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Do you need help with your taxes? The Richland County Library is teaming up with the Cooperative Ministry to offer community members free tax preparation. The Free tax preparation is for households making $54,000 or less,…

Gamecocks host Georgia tonight

South Carolina begins its final stretch of the regular season on Wednesday, hosting Georgia at 6:30 p.m. (SEC Network). The meeting is the second between the two former SEC East rivals, as the Gamecocks posted a 64-57 win in the first matchup in Athens on Jan. 13.

USC to honor A'ja Wilson, Lindsey Spann on Senior Night Thursday

South Carolina women’s basketball will celebrate seniors Lindsey Spann and A’ja Wilson prior to Thursday’s 6:30 p.m. tipoff against LSU at Colonial Life Arena. Fans will have an opportunity to share their appreciation with this year’s senior class as well as collect souvenir items prior to the on-court ceremony, which is scheduled to begin at 6:10 p.m.

Parents Want Officers in Every School After Recent Threats, Richland District 2 Ensures Safety

RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- After the tragic school shooting in Florida there has been a number of threats made to schools across the Midlands. Richland District 2 Superintendent says that the district…

New Study: Flu shots could help prevent heart attack

[gtxvideo vid='X2FtbAZR' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/X2FtbAZR.jpg' vtitle='New Study: Flu shots could help prevent heart attack'] (WOLO) - The flu shot may do more than just protect you from the flu; it could also be good for your ticker. According to doctors at Public…

Bill Aimed at Banning "Parody" Marriages

A group is challenging the US Supreme Courts ruling on same sex marriage.

Orangeburg School Threats Being Investigated

Two Orangeburg High Schools are the latest target of violent threats that are now being investigated by the Orangeburg Sheriff's Office and SLED

Columbia residents share thoughts on proposal to stop alcohol sales at 2 a.m.

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- The debate on scaling back the hours of operation for bars in Columbia continued Tuesday as a city council committee held a public hearing. Residents from neighborhoods around…

USC Researcher Among A Few Selected To Testify In Congress About Opioid Epidemic

Columbia, SC (WOLO)-- Dr. Christina Andrews is in the middle of a five-year study looking at how the Affordable Care Act gave people access to substance abuse treatment, which she said is…

Senate Committee Advances 'Abortion' Bill

COLUMBIA, SC (AP)---South Carolina senators have advanced a bill that would likely ban all abortions in the state. The Senate Judiciary Committee voted 11-9 Tuesday to advance a bill that says…

New Senior Living Facility Headed to North Main

[gtxvideo vid='KAxL4wmv' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/KAxL4wmv.jpg' vtitle='New Senior Living Facility Headed to N. Main'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Seniors looking to relocate will soon have a new option in the Midlands. On Monday, Columbia City leaders broke ground on Veranda on North Main. When…

KCSO: Victim remains in critical condition after being beat with firewood, one in custody

KERSHAW COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - Quenterio Wilson turned himself in to authorities at the Kershaw County Sheriff's Office on February 15 following what investigators say was the brutal beating of two victims. One suspect still…

Viral Post Shows 'Special Needs' People Are Individuals Too

West Columbia, SC (WOLO)-- "Quite a jokester, he loves to laugh," Adrianna McCullar described her younger brother. Reuben holds the title Happiness Coordinator at his big sister, Adrianna’s office, and for…

Minor injuries reported in school bus accident in Lexington County

LEXINGTON, S.C. (WOLO)-- South Carolina Highway Patrol and Lexington County officials responded to the scene of a school bus accident in Lexington County. According to County of Lexington officials, the accident happened…

How to Fight Opiod Addiction in SC

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South Carolina Officials Arrest 4, Accused of Intimidating Witnesses

SPARTANBURG, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina authorities say they were investigating a murder when they also arrested four women on charges of assault and intimidating witnesses. A spokesman for the Spartanburg County Sheriff's Offices says investigators were still on the…

Local Church Partners With Law Enforcement to Combat Sex Trafficking

COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- A local Church partnered with law enforcement to give residents tips on how to fight Sex Trafficking in the Midlands. Attacking sex trafficking that was the goal at Bethlehem…

Bull Street Project Making Progress, Brings Global Companies To The Area

Columbia, SC (WOLO)-- According to the project manager the project is are right on schedule. They are coming up on four years in progress but already they have global companies coming…

Drug used for euthanizing animals found in dog food

[gtxvideo vid='ayqc5Yd7' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/ayqc5Yd7.jpg' vtitle='Drug used for euthanizing animals found in dog food'] (WOLO) - A drug designed to kill animals was found in canned dog food causing the latest recall. JM Smucker announced the recall this week. Four brands are…

Lexington Sheriff investigating potential threat at Chapin High

CHAPIN, SC (WOLO) - The Lexington County Sheriff's Department announced Monday (2/9) night that it is investigating a potential threat made at Chapin High. Few details have been released regarding the circumstances of the threat. The agency says it's been…