Stores Trying To Keep Up With Groceries, Gas Demand
Columbia, SC (WOLO)-- People across the Palmetto state are preparing for worst but hoping for the best. Since Tuesday, stores said there has been a lot of shortages of bottled water…
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Governor McMaster Says Mandatory Evacuations Could Come Saturday
[gtxvideo vid='f0AP1KcR' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/f0AP1KcR.jpg' vtitle='Agencies Prep for Irma'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-Governor Henry McMaster says at 10 a.m. this Saturday, he will issue evacuation orders and lane reversals if the current forecast remains. "We will have a reversal of lanes on I-26…
CLOSINGS: Schools, Government, Business Closings due to Irma
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Here is a list of school closures Continue to check back for updates. Monday, September 11 University of South Carolina’s Columbia campus will be closed Monday, Sept. 11 and all classes are cancelled. Only essential personnel should report to…
Palmetto Region of Red Cross Calls for Volunteers
The Palmetto region of the American Red Cross said Thursday morning that it's looking for volunteers ahead of Hurricane Irma's potential landfall in S.C.
Hurricane Irma: Your Questions Answered
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - The ABC Columbia News team wants to make sure you're ready, no matter what Hurricane Irma brings to the Palmetto State. Viewers have been sharing their questions about the storm with Good Morning Columbia Weather Anchor…
Food, power, and a radio: Preparing for a Hurricane
COLUMBIA SC (WOLO)--September is National Preparedness Month, as there is no better way to illustrate the need for preparation than to be watching a major hurricane with a potential of a Midlands strike. As all eyes are…
September: Hunger Action Month
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Lexington Dry Cleaners Burglarized, Police Look for Suspect
LEXINGTON -- Police are looking for a man who burglarized a dry cleaners in Lexington Wednesday morning. The business is located on 485 Industrial Drive. Surveillance footage showed the man with a shirt covering his face holding a black bag.…
What To Do If You Suspect Price Gouging
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2nd Suspect Arrested, Couple Murdered, Richland Cty.
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SC State Fair Tickets Now On-Sale!
[gtxvideo vid='66nyyvPM' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/66nyyvPM.jpg' vtitle='SC State Fair Tickets Now On-Sale!'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Tickets for the South Carolina State Fair went on sale Wednesday (9/6). Advanced general admission tickets are $7.00 or you can pay $10 at the gate. Tickets…
Tracking Hurricane Irma- Chief Meteorologist John Farley's Update
[gtxvideo vid='50FNuJWD' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/50FNuJWD.jpg' vtitle='Tracking Hurricane Irma- ABC Columbia Meteorologist'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Chief Meteorologist John Farley is tracking Hurricane Irma and the potential impact the storm could have on South Carolina, and the Midlands. Watch his update here. Hurricane Irma…
SCE&G Releasing Water From Lake Murray in Anticipation of Hurricane Irma
CAYCE, SC. (WOLO)- In anticipation of Hurricane Irma’s potential impact on South Carolina, SCE&G is taking steps to manage Lake Murray water levels. The company has begun operating its Saluda Hydroelectric generating plant, which releases water from the lake into…
UPDATE: Child, man succumb to injuries sustained in shooting
According to the Columbia Police Department two people have died following a shooting Wednesday morning.
Governor McMaster Declares State of Emergency
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)--In anticipation of Hurricane Irma, Governor Henry McMaster issued an executive order Wednesday declaring a state of emergency. The governor along with the South Carolina Emergency Management Division is urging residents…
CPD: Two Injured in Shooting
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Columbia Police say an man and and a child were injured in a shooting today on Traux Ln. near Two Notch Rd. Investigators say both were taken to an area hospital. Chief Skip Holbrook says the shooting…
Tracking Hurricane Irma
ABC NEWS (WOLO)-- South Carolina Emergency officials are keeping a close eye on the latest forecast for Hurricane Irma. Officials are asking you to be prepared, put a plan in place, but not panic. ABC Columbia Meteorologists say the track…
South Carolina State Fair Tickets Now on Sale
Tickets for the 2017 South Carolina State Fair went on sale Wednesday. The fair runs October 11 through 22 at the fairgrounds on Rosewood Drive and George Rogers Boulevard.
Donation Drive: University of South Carolina Harvey Relief
[gtxvideo vid='2mwQDDXP' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/2mwQDDXP.jpg' vtitle='University of South Carolina Harvey Relief'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The University of South Carolina is doing its part to help those reeling from the effects of Hurricane Harvey. Today USC is hosting a donation drive at four different…
"Cops On The Coop": Support Special Olympics South Carolina
Lexington Police Department is raising money for Special Olympics SC at the Saluda Pointe Chick-fil-A through Friday.
Press Conference Being Held Regarding Missing Man
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - The Sumter Police Department will be holding a press conference at 11 a.m. today at the police department on Hampton Avenue regarding a missing man. 52 year-old Tommy Brailey…
Milands 'Dreamer's Rally at Statehouse After Repeal
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Hundreds of people came together at the Statehouse on Tuesday in Support of the Consideration of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals(DACA) protesting the move by the White House. Midlands Dreamers…
SCDNR Officers Returning Home from Texas
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Officers with the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources who deployed to Texas to aid in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey are on their way home. The officers were deployed two weeks ago. A DNR spokesperson says they…
USC Donation Drive, How You Can Help Harvey Relief
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Hurricane Irma Latest Path, Florida Evacuations
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