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The Midlands Observes Memorial Day

[gtxvideo vid='ytEwwUJh' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/ytEwwUJh.jpg' vtitle='The Midlands Observes Memorial Day'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Memorial Day in the Midlands has meaning for so many military families in our area. ABC Columbia's Gabrielle Franklin visited the Fort Jackson National Cemetery for a story on…

Gas Prices Dip this Memorial Day

[gtxvideo vid='6oqvUJPN' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/6oqvUJPN.jpg' vtitle='Gas Prices Dip this Memorial Day'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--If you're hitting the road for the Memorial Day holiday, you'll be paying less at the pump. According to GasBuddy, gas prices in the Midlands have fallen nearly in…

Memorial Day Safety

It's Memorial Day and before you get ready to hit the road, fire up the grill or take a dip, hear some of the safety tips you need to keep in mind.

Health: Which Foods are Snack Worthy Before Bedtime

[gtxvideo vid='1bOJghX8' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/1bOJghX8.jpg' vtitle='Health: Which Foods are Snack Worthy Before Bedtime'] CNN-Looking to head to the fridge before bedtime? Before you grab that snack, think about how it might affect your sleep. If you have to have a treat, there…

LCSD Looking For Man Caught Stealing Tip Jar

LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)- The Lexington County Sheriff's Department is looking for a man they say was caught on camera stealing the tip jar from a local restaurant. Deputies say the male suspect was recorded stealing from the San Jose's tip…

Boil Water Advisory Issued For Parts of West Columbia

WEST COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- A boil water advisory has been issued for parts of West Columbia. The City of West Columbia issued the advisory for the following areas because ofย a water line break. Jarvis Klapman Boulevard to Sunset Boulevard Sunset…

Man Dies After Shooting At Finlay Park

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- The shooting victim from an incident at Finlay Park Saturday night has died. The shooting happened in the upper level of Finlay Park before 9p.m. Columbia Policeย say preliminary information…

House Fire Causes $50K Worth of Damage

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- A Saturday afternoon fire caused 50,000 worth of damage. The Columbia Fire Department responded to a fire in the 1000 block of Coralbean Way around 2:00pm. Officials say the…

City of Columbia Pools Open for Memorial Day

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Get ready to cool off this Memorial Day by taking a dip in one of the City of Columbia's Pools. Maxcy Gregg Pool, Greenview Pool and the Splash pads are now open according to the Columbia Parks &…

Marshal's Track Down Sumter Murder Suspect

Sumter, S.C. (WOLO)-- A Georgia man is accused of murder in a shooting death at a Sumter hotel. Investigators say on May 17th Walter Murrey shot and killed Brandon Cummings outside of the Quality Inn and Suites on Broad St.…

Police: Sumter Teen Accidentally Shoots Himself

SUMTER, S.C. (AP) _ A South Carolina teen has died after accidentally shooting himself. Sumter police said in a release that 17-year-old Ortagease Easterling died at a Columbia hospital Friday morning. Officers responding to a 911 call found the teen…

Accused Serial Killer Enters Plea in SC Court

SPARTANBURG, S.C. (AP) - A man who admitted killing seven people over nearly 13 years in South Carolina while running a successful real estate business has pleaded guilty to seven counts of murder and a number of other charges. Todd…

A very little guy with a great big heart

PELION SC (WOLO)-A pack of Slim-Jims, 2 bags of chips, and a 2 liter bottle of Coke. ย Not exactly the breakfast of champions, but for first police officers, who often simply snack between calls, rather than having the time…

Columbia Urban League Celebrates 50th Anniversary

[gtxvideo vid='gDeecFJC' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/gDeecFJC.jpg' vtitle='Columbia Urban League Celebrates 50th Anniversary'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The Columbia Urban League is celebrating its 50th Anniversary. The non profit organization celebrated the milestone this week with a luncheon at the USC Alumni center. The Urban…

Boots and Badges Blood Drive

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- Some area Police and Firefighters are out for blood, literally. It's time for the annual Boots and Badges Blood drive. A friendly competition held between Columbia Police Department, The Richland County Sheriff's Department and the Columbia…

Memorial Day Headlines

Here are a few things to keep in mind with the Memorial Day holiday that could impact your daily schedule.

Univ. of South Carolina Unveils Rare U.S. Marine Films

[gtxvideo vid='Tj3Lsx2p' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Tj3Lsx2p.jpg' vtitle='Univ. of South Carolina Unveils Rare US Marine Films'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--You know have the chance to see what life was like in the Marines over the last sixty years, like never before. The University of South…

Charleston ranks as Largest City in South Carolina

[gtxvideo vid='0pr0pFTS' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/0pr0pFTS.jpg' vtitle='Charleston ranks as Largest City in South Carolina'] CHARLESTON, SC (WOLO)- According to Data released by the US Census Bureau, Charleston has surpassed Columbia as the biggest city in South Carolina by 76 people. The Holy City…

Local Security Expert Speaks on Concert Venue Safety

[gtxvideo vid='sLyYjcXH' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/sLyYjcXH.jpg' vtitle='Local Security Experts Speaks on Concert Venue Safety'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- In light of the recent attack at a concert in Manchester, UK , many are now looking at the security steps in place and asking how…

Richland County Sheriff Deputies Review Boat Safety Tips

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -Richland County Sheriff's Department's Marine Patrol Unit says speeding is one of the leading causes of boating accidents. Deputy Stephen Perrow says appropriate speeds are circumstantial. Other deadly…

Fort Jackson to Host Free Centennial Concert

FORT JACKSON, SC - Fort Jackson is celebrating it's Centennial with a free concert. It's taking place Saturday, June 3 from 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.. The free concert will feature Hunter Hayes and Kellie Pickler. Fort officials say the…

Travel Abroad: Health Tips

[gtxvideo vid='erBsF3Vc' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/erBsF3Vc.jpg' vtitle='Travel Abroad: Health Tips'] CNN-- Getting ready to travel for the Memorial Holiday? In this Health Minute new tips to help make your trip a smooth one by making sure you get the vaccinations you need. Here's…

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