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Years of South Carolina Governor's Official Emails Disappear

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ Two years' worth of emails South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster sent and received before he took the state's top job have been deleted despite priorities to save the electronic communications as historical records. The Post and…

Satanic Symbols Painted on Historic South Carolina Church

AYESVILLE, S.C. (AP) -A church in South Carolina that dates back more than 250 years has again been the target of vandals. Salem Black River Presbyterian Church member Dick Dabbs says he discovered satanic symbols and phrases painted on the…

Sumter County Deputy Passes Away From Illness

SUMTER COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- The Sumter County Sheriffs Department is mourning the lost of a fellow deputy. Corporal Albert Bernard Thomas died Sunday morning after a brief illness, according to Sumter County Sheriff Anthony Dennis. Thomas was in law enforcement for…

CPD Looking For Two Suspects in Armed Robbery Investigation

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- Columbia Police are looking for two suspects after a armed robbery Sunday Morning. Officers say the robbery happened at the Family Dollar in the 6200 block of North Main Street. While details are limited at this time,…

Hurricane Relief Concert in Lexington at Amphitheater

LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)--- Rocking out to help those in need, a Hurricane Relief Benefit Concert will be held at Icehouse Amphitheater, Saturday. It will take place at 107 West Main Street  in Lexington. Organizers say all proceeds will go to…

SC National Guard Troops Deploy to Puerto Rico

Hopkins, SC (WOLO)--  South Carolina National Guard is sending 150 soldiers and about 60 vehicles to aid Puerto Rico in their disaster recovery efforts.   "You can only send so many people, especially to an area as small as Puerto Rico.…

Midlands Groups Collecting Aid for Puerto Rico

[gtxvideo vid='dVcxrLhs' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/dVcxrLhs.jpg' vtitle='Midlands Groups Collecting Aid for Puerto Rico'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--A Midlands group is teaming up with a Puerto Rican restaurant to send supplies to Puerto Rico. The owners of La Isla Bonita say it's been nearly impossible…

Irmo Celebrates Fried Okra: 44th Annual Okra Strut

IRMO, SC (WOLO)-- Get ready for a fried veggie. The 44th annual Irmo Okra Strut kicks off in the Town of Irmo Friday and runs through Saturday. The free, family-friendly event features nationally-recognized bands, like Mother's Finest, a parade and a recipe…

JerryFest Outdoor Concert in Five Points

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Music and more will highlight the JerryFest concert in Five Points Sunday. According to organizers, JerryFest is a free, family and pet friendly outdoor concert to…

Columbia Sewage Discount Ends, Rates Could Go Up

[gtxvideo vid='UU8HGIie' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/UU8HGIie.jpg' vtitle='Columbia Sewage Discount Ends, Rates Could Go Up'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - City of Columbia water customers can expect to see an increase on their bills next month. Starting in October, Columbia Water’s annual seasonal sewer discount…

Argument Ends in Gunfire, Car Shot at

[gtxvideo vid='9P8zfWwy' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/9P8zfWwy.jpg' vtitle='Argument Ends in Gunfire, Car Shot at'] RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO) - Deputies say an argument erupted in gunfire Wednesday (9/27) afternoon in northeast Richland County. Investigators say it happened at the intersection of Polo Road and…

5th Death Blamed on Irma

State officials say Hurricane Irma has claimed another life bringing the total number of deaths from the storm to five people.

Dutch Forks High School Teacher On Jeopardy

  Irmo, SC (WOLO)-- A teacher from Dutch Fork High School is going to be on America’s Favorite quiz show. Who is Robert Barron?  That’s correct! He's the history teacher that will be seen by…

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