700 New Jobs Coming to Richland County
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War of Words Heats Up between President Trump and North Korea
[gtxvideo vid='S96ZPim9' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/S96ZPim9.jpg' vtitle='War of Words Heats Up between President and North Korea'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - US Senator Lindsey Graham addressed the rising tensions between the U.S. and North Korea. Thursday (8/10), President Donald Trump doubled down on his…
Richland County Sheriff's Dept. Helps Battle Cancer
[gtxvideo vid='VaJjSyx5' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/VaJjSyx5.jpg' vtitle='Richland County Sheriff's Dept. Helps Battle Cancer'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- In the fight against cancer... the Richland County Sheriff's Department is putting it's money where it's mouth is. Thursday afternoon Sheriff Leon Lott and cancer survivor Deputy Frieda…
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham Mad V.C. Summer Reactors Can't Get Done
[gtxvideo vid='yWoy4pvi' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/yWoy4pvi.jpg' vtitle='U.S.Senator Lindsey Graham Mad VC Summer Can't Get Done'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham voiced concerns Thursday about the V-C Summer shut down. Senator Graham was in Orangeburg visiting county leaders. Graham says he will work…
Columbia Fire Department Responded To Three Fires In One Hour
[gtxvideo vid='argeBTCM' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/argeBTCM.jpg' vtitle='APT FIRE'] Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- According to the Columbia Fire department, the first one was a grease fire at the restaurant Greek Boys on Sumpter. The second call was at the Beldon Spring Lake Apartments and…
Coca-Cola Releasing Clemson Bottles
Atlanta, GA (WOLO)--Refreshing news for Clemson fans. Thursday Coca Cola announced glass bottles commemorating the Tigers 2017 national championship will be on store shelves next week. Coca-Cola began its tradition of commemorative bottles back in 1980.
Anglers Fish for Smiles
One of the world's largest fishing competitions is in town, and they are fishing for smiles.
700 New Jobs Coming to Richland County
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - A leading global provider of indoor comfort systems has announced plans to double its workforce at its operations in Richland County. Trane, a brand of Ingersoll Rand, is expanding. The business said it will invest…
One Airlifted After Lexington County Shed Fire
LEXINGTON COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - One person was airlifted to an area hospital after a fire broke out in a shed on a property near Swansea. Lexington County Fire Service said it was dispatched to the property, in the 400…
Second Suspect Arrested in Connection to a Fatal Shooting in March
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Columbia Police have arrested a second suspect in connection with a shooting death back in March. 18-year-old Terry Johnson is charged with murder and criminal conspiracy. Police say…
Columbia Cashing in on Solar Eclipse Crowds
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- In less than two weeks the Palmetto State, especially Columbia, will be flooded with tourist who want to watch the the 2017 solar eclipse. The two to three…
Report: SC Ranks 14th in Underprivileged Children
[gtxvideo vid='eyBxbMve' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/eyBxbMve.jpg' vtitle='Report: SC Ranks 14th in Underprivileged Children'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - August is "Child Support Awareness Month," and according to one report, South Carolina has plenty of children in need of help. According to wallethub.com South Carolina…
Krispy Kreme Goes to the Dark Side
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Preparing for Solar Energy Eclipse Shutdown
[gtxvideo vid='NKCQN0iL' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/NKCQN0iL.jpg' vtitle='Preparing for Solar Energy Eclipse Shutdown'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - People are gearing up for the total solar eclipse, which as of Wednesday (8/9) is just 12 days away. Around 12 million Americans are in it's path…
Grocery Store Parking Lot Shooting in the Upstate
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Suspect Arrested, Shooting in Belvedere Community
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Ready the Ladder: Fire Trucks Donated to Midlands Schools
[gtxvideo vid='tRTSuldH' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/tRTSuldH.jpg' vtitle='Firetrucks Donated to Midlands Schools'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- The Columbia Fire Department has a unique plan to recruit future fire fighters. On Wednesday, the department donated three fire trucks to Richland School District One and Two and Lexington…
Total Eclipse Could Disrupt Some Cell Service in SC
[gtxvideo vid='Y9axbHAu' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Y9axbHAu.jpg' vtitle='Total Eclipse Could Disrupt Some Cell Service in SC'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- When the Total Solar Eclipse happens on August 21, you may be seeing the moon over the sun, but you may not be seeing your…
Job Fairs Might Not Be Enough For Laid Off Employees
[gtxvideo vid='r6g4OXEf' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/r6g4OXEf.jpg' vtitle='VC SUMMER FOLO'] Irmo, S.C. (WOLO)-- Matt Clippard was laid off from Fluor with thousands of others last Monday and with a 9-month-old baby that has a condition called PVL and a stay at home wife,…
Suspect sought in armed robbery of Two Notch Road Zaxby's
Deputies are looking for a suspect who robbed a local restaurant at gunpoint in July.
DHEC: Before You Head Back to School, Head to Doctor's Office
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - August is National Immunization Awareness Month, and here in the Palmetto State, next week, August 14 through 21, is South Carolina Immunization Week. The S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control is using the month to remind parents -…
Man Arrested in the Fatal Stabbing of His 2 Nephews
[gtxvideo vid='WRl3yhHN' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/WRl3yhHN.jpg' vtitle='Fatally Stabbed'] NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WOLO) - A man with a history of mental illness has been charged with fatally stabbing his two young nephews. According to North Charleston police spokesman Spencer Pryor, officers went to an…
Macy’s Hosts 12th Annual Shop For A Cause Charity Event
Columbia, SC (WOLO) - Macy's is hosting their 12th annual Shop For A Cause charity event beginning on Thursday, Aug. 10 through Sunday, Aug 13. Since 2006, the program has helped raise millions of dollars for numerous charities across the country.…
Riverbanks Zoo Announces New President and CEO
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Riverbanks Zoo and Garden has a new head honcho. The zoo announced Thomas Stringfellow as its' new president and CEO on Tuesday. Stringfellow previously served as the…
Country Music Legend Glen Campbell Dead at 81
[gtxvideo vid='r756adSO' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/r756adSO.jpg' vtitle='Country Music Legend Glen Campbell Dead at 81'] NASHVILLE, TN (WOLO) - Country music artist Glen Campbell died Tuesday (8/9) after a long fight with Alzheimer's Disease. The 81-year-old singer and guitarist is best known for his…
