Deadline approaching for Columbia Hospitality Grant applications
The deadline to submit your Hospitality Grant application is fast approaching, so the City of Columbia is hosting a workshop for ensuring applicants understand the process.
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One student taken to hospital after Lexington One bus collision, district says
One student was transported to the hospital as a precaution, Tuesday morning, after a bus headed to Gilbert schools was involved in an accident, Lexington School District One officials said.
Gas Prices Fall in the Midlands
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Prices at the pump in Columbia have fallen three cents per gallon in the past week, according to Gasbuddy. Drivers are paying an average $2.21/g , according to GasBuddy's daily survey. On the national level, drivers are paying…
City of Columbia Seeking Volunteers for Public Space Public Life Survey
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Are you ready to hit the streets? The City of Columbia is looking for volunteers to help conduct a Public Space Public Life Survey. The City of Columbia is seeking volunteers on March 22nd and March 24th. Participants…
USC students use Spring Break to visit civil rights sites and give back
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- Spring break is underway at the University of South Carolina (USC) and one group is touring a painful chapter of our nation's past in hopes of creating…
Fans React After Lady Gamecocks NCAA Tournament Announcement
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Report: Staged crashes becoming problem in SC
[gtxvideo vid='5vRrEYUU' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/5vRrEYUU.jpg' vtitle='Report: Staged crashes becoming problem in SC'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - The Attorney General's Office says staged crashes are becoming a major problem in South Carolina. The Post and courier reports the fake accidents resulted in 10…
Gamecocks earn No. 2 seed in Albany Regional of NCAA Tournament
On Monday night, the Gamecocks earned the No. 2 seed in the Albany Regional of the 2018 NCAA Tournament.
Tickets go on sale for NCAA Women's Tournament
After earning an automatic bid to the NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament with its fourth-consecutive SEC Tournament championship last week, South Carolina has an opportunity to host NCAA Tournament first- and second-round games at Colonial Life Arena the weekend of March 16. In anticipation of that possibility, fans may purchase tournament booklets now.
Artist for 'Requiem For Emanuel' Speaks about Paintings
[gtxvideo vid='Mq4ZjNXf' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Mq4ZjNXf.jpg' vtitle='Artist for Requiem For Emanual Speaks on Paintings'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Nine church members lost their lives to the convicted Charleston Church shooter nearly three years ago. The Artist who put the emotions of the tragedy into…
Man Charged, Accused of Trying to Smuggle Drugs into SC Prison
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ South Carolina prison authorities have arrested a man they say was trying to smuggle drugs into a state prison. The Department of Corrections says Kadeem Laron Cobb was arrested Saturday and charged with trespassing on prison…
78-year-old Hopkins woman identified as victim of deadly two-vehicle crash
The Richland County Coroner's Office has released the name of the woman who was killed following a two-vehicle crash on Garners Ferry Road Sunday afternoon.
Children Find Skeletal Remains In Sumter Woods
SUMTER, SC (WOLO)-- Children playing in a wooded area off of Gaines Road found skeletal remains around 6:30 Sunday. They immediately told their parents about their discovery. The Sumpter Police and…
Two suspects at-large following early morning armed robbery at convenience store
Two suspects wearing dark colored hooded jackets allegedly robbed a Two Notch Road convenience store this morning and deputies need your help identifying the duo.
Cash, cigarettes stolen during armed robbery of Clemson Road gas station
A thief left with nearly $200 and a pack of cigarettes just before midnight on March 11 following an armed robbery at a local gas station.
Suspects steal more than $14K from Beltine Boulevard MoneyGram store during armed robbery
Deputies with the Richland County Sheriff's Department are looking for at least two suspects accused of entering a Beltline Boulevard MoneyGram during closing and stealing thousands of dollars.
Pump Track Proposed at Owens Field Park
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--A Pump Track has been proposed at Owens Field Park. The Columbia Parks & Recreation Department is asking for public input. The Parks and Rec Department will host a public meeting on a proposed pump track at Owens…
Richland County Residents can Access Tax Information Online
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Residents in Richland County don't have to travel to the Administration Building for copies of their tax bills and other information. According to Richland County officials, Real estate, vehicle, business and personal property tax information is available online. Residents…
City of Columbia to Take Part in National Youth Violence Prevention Week
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The City of Columbia will take part in National Youth Violence Prevention Week with a series of events. The Columbia Parks and Recreation Department and the Columbia Police Department have partnered to host the two events. According to City…
Season over: Gamecocks not invited to NIT
One year after the most successful basketball season in school history, South Carolina will not be going to any sort of postseason tournament.
Woman Killed After Wreck in Lexington CO.
LEXINGTON COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- One person was killed after rear-ending another vehicle Sunday Morning in Lexington County. The wreck happened at the intersection of Platt Springs Road and South Lake Drive in the Red Bank area at 6:00am, according to Troopers.…
Clemson Selected for NCAA Tournament for First Time since 2011
Clemson University men’s basketball earned an at-large bid into the 2018 NCAA Tournament as a No. 5 seed and will face the No. 12 seed New Mexico State in San Diego, Calif. on Friday, March 16 at in the first round.
College of Charleston to face Auburn in NCAA First Round in San Diego
The College of Charleston men's basketball team will make its fifth all-time appearance in the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship as the 68-team field was announced on Selection Sunday.
Victims of The Quadruple Homicide Have Been Identified by The Charleston County Coroner
Victims of the Atlanta Dr. homicide, from Saturday morning, have been identified by the Charleston County Coroner. Joseph Manigault, 72, Rose Manigault, 69, Kenya Manigault, 42, Faith Manigault, 15, all from Mt. Pleasant. According to the coroner, the cause of death is…
ESPN names A'ja Wilson National Player of the Year
South Carolina senior forward A’ja Wilson was named espnW Women’s Basketball Player of the Year, the organization announced today on its website.
