Blowing Out Birthday Candles Creates Bacteria
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ICYMI: Artists for Africa Inspiring Kids with Dance
[gtxvideo vid='xUPhV7rz' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/xUPhV7rz.jpg' vtitle='ICYMI: Artists for Africa Inspiring Kids with Dance'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - "Artists for Africa" sets out to inspire kids with dance. The organization was created by former Columbia ballet dancer, Cooper Rust, five years ago in…
Ways to Recognize Heat Stroke
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State Agencies Discuss Solar Eclipse Plans
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- South Carolina will be the epicenter of the total solar eclipse on Monday, August 21. "We’re always prepared to deal with disasters and things like that throughout the state, but…
Update: Shooting Investigation Continues on Villa Ct in Lexington
[gtxvideo vid='X0O7on1P' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/X0O7on1P.jpg' vtitle='Shooting Investigation on Villa Ct in Lexington'] LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)-- Lexington County Deputies continue to search for answers in connection with a shooting on Villa Court. According to Deputies, the victim was in stable condition after surgery.…
Governor Launches "Employ SC" Initiative to help with Nuclear Reactor Job Loss
[gtxvideo vid='GxOU4zqn' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/GxOU4zqn.jpg' vtitle='Governor Launches \"Employ SC\" Initiative for Job Loss'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster has launched a new project aimed at helping the thousands of workers who lost jobs due to the Nuclear Reactor decision.…
Help Planned for Small Businesses Affected by VC Summer Layoffs
CHAPIN, S.C. (WOLO) - The South Carolina Small Business Development Center will host a series of upcoming programs, for small businesses affected by the layoffs at VC Summer Nuclear Plant in Jenkinsville. The tools are meant to help small business…
Thousands of Free Back-to-School Kits to be Distributed
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Make sure your child heads back to school this fall prepared. Molina Healthcare of South Carolina, along with Wateree Community Action Organization, will be handing out 2,000 free school supplies kits, packed in backpacks, at a…
Split Episcopal Dioceses Can't Take Millions in Property
[gtxvideo vid='gVi1tFaH' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/gVi1tFaH.jpg' vtitle='Church Property'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - South Carolina's Supreme Court says the dozens of parishes that split with the Episcopal Church can leave but can't take valuable real estate with them. The State Supreme court issued the…
Help First Responders Beat The Heat With H20 Heros
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) - Living in the famously hot city can be dangerous if you don't take the right precautions;…
Troopers Investigate Fatal Car Crash in Lexington County
LEXINGTON, S.C. (WOLO) - One person is dead and another is in the hospital after a Wednesday night collision in Lexington County. Troopers with the South Carolina Highway Patrol…
Man Injured in Hit and Run
Sumter, S.C. (WOLO)--A hit and run in Sumter Tuesday night has left the victim in critical condition. Officers responded to Purdy St. Tuesday night after someone called about a man in the road. So far no one has come forward…
Suspect Wanted for Attempted Murder
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Columbia Police say an argument lead to a shooting at Dutch Square Mall. Investigators say Derrick Randolph injured the victim after a fight he started. If you know where Randolph is call the Columbia Police Department or…
Sheriff Lott Brings Awareness to Suicide
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Police: Newberry Man Strangled Brother to Death
Newberry, S.C. (WOLO)-- In Newberry a man is accused of strangling his brother to death. Police say they responded to a home on Holloway St. just after one Wednesday morning after they say an argument lead Joseph Graham to kill…
One Injured in Lexington Co. Shooting
Lexington, Co., S.C.(WOLO)--Lexington County deputies say they responded to a home on Villa Court off of Emanuel Church Rd around 8pm Thursday night. No word on what sparked the incident. Deputies say the victim is in stable condition. Photo…
Countdown to Kindergarten Celebration Set for Edventure
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Get ready to make the biggest school day, the best, with a kindergarten celebration. Countdown to Kindergarten is being held Friday, August 4, 5-8 p.m. at EdVenture Children‘s Museum. The museum is inviting all rising kindergartners and their families to…
SC Governor Responds to Nuclear Reactors Construction Shutdown
[gtxvideo vid='rYznxCUG' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/rYznxCUG.jpg' vtitle='SC Governor Responds to Nuclear Construction Shutdown'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Governor Henry McMaster says he is disappointed in the decision to shut down construction on the V.C. Summer. ABC Columbia talked to the Governor Wednesday (8/2)…
Charleston, Tarp Collapse Update
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Arrest Made in Parklane Road Double Murder
[gtxvideo vid='TtiPxdKw' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/TtiPxdKw.jpg' vtitle='Breaking News: Arrest Made in Parklane Road Shooting'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Berkley County deputies say a Monks Corner man is in custody in connection with the murders of Aaron and Sydni Collins on Parklane Road last…
Lexington Co. Fire Services Fighting Mold-Spores In Living Quarters
[gtxvideo vid='whdeftLW' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/whdeftLW.jpg' vtitle='WOLO_2017_08_02_18_02_00'] Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- A portion of two fire stations in Lexington County are closed, but officials say it’s not going to be affecting their response times at all. "The fire department probably needs to monitor…
Lawmakers Form Energy Caucus in the Wake V.C. Summer Reactor Abandonment
[gtxvideo vid='FKRMqgst' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/FKRMqgst.jpg' vtitle='LAWMAKERS ON REACTORS'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- Better efficiency options for workers and users around the state, that's what a bipartisan group of members of the General Assembly lawmakers say they hope to achieve through their new energy…
Richland County Officials: West Nile Virus Found in Dead Bird in Irmo
RICHLAND COUNTY (WOLO)-- Richland County officials say the West Nile Virus has been found in a dead bird in Irmo. Officials say the bird was found near a private residence in Irmo, in the northwest section of Richland County. Richland County…
ICYMI: Officers Cast in Different Light During National Night Out
[gtxvideo vid='FBix0yZe' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/FBix0yZe.jpg' vtitle='ICYMI: Officers Cast in Different Light During NNO'] LEXINGTON, S.C. (WOLO) - Crime fighting took a back seat Tuesday (8/1) night, as law enforcement officers worked to combat a different challenge: a narrative of poor relations with…
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