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ABC Columbia Special Eclipse Coverage
[gtxvideo vid='GlFkpnkv' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/GlFkpnkv.jpg' vtitle='ABC Columbia Special Eclipse Coverage'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Mark August 21st of this year on your calendars because the Capital City will be the epicenter of something many never get the chance to see in their lifetime. We’re…
Man Behind Bars After Shooting Father-In-Law
Bishopville police arrested Joe Lewis Johnson after shooting his father-in-law with a shotgun. On July 24th, police responded to Woodside apartments located at 210 Roland Street after they received a…
Columbia's "Artists for Africa" Creating More than Just Dancers
[gtxvideo vid='sn9UE20h' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/sn9UE20h.jpg' vtitle='Artists for Africa'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Every child deserves the opportunity to create - that's the mission behind the Columbia and Kenya-based non-profit "Artists for Africa." Every summer, the group brings Kenyans to participate in USC's…
"Seeing" the Total Solar Eclipse for the Visually Impaired
[gtxvideo vid='DR3EvHpJ' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/DR3EvHpJ.jpg' vtitle='Eclipse for the Visually Impaired'] CHARLESTON, S.C. (WOLO) - There's something for everyone during the once in a lifetime event marked on thousands of calendars this August 21. The total solar eclipse will span across the nation…
Sheriff Lott Wants to bring Suicide Issues to Light
[gtxvideo vid='UwVoq4R2' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/UwVoq4R2.jpg' vtitle='Sheriff Lott: Wants to bring Suicide Issues to Light'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott made an emotional plea to his department Monday after announcing a Richland County Deputy killed himself while on duty. Sheriff Lott…
Merry Masterpieces Created By Children For Hospital Fundraiser
[gtxvideo vid='M95bmxQS' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/M95bmxQS.jpg' vtitle='Merry Masterpieces Created By Children For Hospital'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--It was Christmas in July. Check out these Merry Masterpieces created by some little artists. A group of kids, who are former patients of Palmetto Health Children's Hospital,…
ABCs of Hunger, Thank You
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SC to Kenya: Inspiring Kids Through Dance
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Total Solar Eclipse Countdown
[gtxvideo vid='mISdDhIJ' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/mISdDhIJ.jpg' vtitle='Total Solar Eclipse Countdown'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The countdown is on for the August 21, 2017 Total Solar Eclipse, and Columbia is in the epicenter of the historical event. On the date, the moon will completely cover…
Internet Changing The Game In Prostitution Sting Operations
[gtxvideo vid='vEmOUfOE' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/vEmOUfOE.jpg' vtitle='PROSTITUTION STING'] Kershaw County held their own sting in the month of July, which led to the arrest of 10 people for solicitation. "It was quite easy. There were plenty of guys trolling the internet looking for…
Santee Cooper, SCE&G Suspend Construction on V.C. Summers Nuclear Reactors
[gtxvideo vid='QCuRY98w' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/QCuRY98w.jpg' vtitle='VC Summers Reactors Called Off'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- Santee Cooper board members voted unanimously to stop working on nuclear experimental units that could have produced clean energy in our area Monday. "I'm disappointed today not just for…
Middle of Nowhere Mural
A new mural entitled " Middle of Nowhere" hits the Vista. Click here to take a look.
Getting Back to School Ready
Fill a Bus Campaign is underway helping students get ready to head back to class.
Sheriff: Deputy used service weapon to commit suicide
Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott will address the media on Monday at 3 p.m. regarding the recent death of a deputy.
Happy Birthday Harry Potter!
Columbia, SC (WOLO) - Richland Library is celebrating Harry Potter's birthday today! Since the release of the first novel Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, on June 1997, the books have found immense popularity, critical acclaim and commercial success worldwide.…
Millennials and Money
The oldest millennials just turned 35 years old. Now firmly in adulthood, "Generation Y" is getting older, but apparently not any wiser when it comes to finance. According to the new report "Millennials and Their Money" the number of millennials…
Eating Healthy at the Big Box Food Courts
[gtxvideo vid='4vjuaNi5' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/4vjuaNi5.jpg' vtitle='Eating Healthy at the Big Box Food Courts'] ABC NEWS -- Who doesn't get hungry when you head out shopping? But how do you choose healthy options at the Big Box Cafes and Food Courts? ABC'S Becky…
Lexington County Man Accused in Stabbing
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)-- Lexington County deputies have arrested a Swansea man in connection with a Sunday morning stabbing off Gator Road. Deputies say 37 year old Jacob Earl Harley is facing attempted murder charges. Deputies say Harley drove to the victim’s house to fight…
Guardians of the Night K-9 5K: Successful Event For Four Legged Deputies
[gtxvideo vid='s3u9SUdV' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/s3u9SUdV.jpg' vtitle='Guardians of the Night K-9 5K Successful Event'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Some four legged deputies got major support Saturday night. Crowds Laced up their shoes and hit the ground running, for a good cause. The annual Guardians…
Will Muschamp's Gamecocks Media Day Press Conference
Gamecocks head coach Will Muschamp officially opened Carolina Media Day with his first press conference of the fall Sunday afternoon.
Gas Prices Jump in the Midlands
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Gas prices are up two cents over the last week in the Midlands. According to GasBuddy, drivers in the Midlands are paying an average $1.94 per gallon. According to Gas Buddy, over the last week gas prices have…
City of Columbia To Host Flood Recovery Meeting
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The City is working to help area neighborhoods still reeling from the October 2015 floods. Monday, the City of Columbia Community will host a Disaster Recovery Program Session. The event is for recovery assistance for those impacted by the…
Salvation Army Hosts Clothes for Kids Back to School Event
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--You can help Midlands students get ready for back to school by donating clothes, shoes and supplies. The Salvation Army of the Midlands is hosting its annual Clothes for Kids back to school event. Clothes for Kids is…
Thousands Forced to Evacuate Outer Banks in NC Due to Huge Power Outage
ABC NEWS--By MORGAN WINSOR -- Thousands of tourists had to evacuate two islands along the hugely popular Outer Banks in North Carolina after a construction company caused a massive power outage. The Cape Hatteras Electric Cooperative said in a press release…
