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SC DOT Launches Roads Plan on Website
[gtxvideo vid='F5Ij6G7s' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/F5Ij6G7s.jpg' vtitle='SC DOT Launches Roads Plan on Website'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Looking to see if a road you travel is scheduled to be repaired? The South Carolina Department of Transportation has launched a website for it's 10 year…
SCDMV Aims to Streamline REAL ID Process
The S.C. Department of Motor Vehicles said its newly designed, mobile-first website will streamline the process for South Carolinians who are getting ready to order a REAL ID driver's license.
Veteran-Owned Small Business Expanding Operations in Charleston County
A veteran-owned small business is expanding operations in Charleston County.
Thursday GMC Headlines
Take a quick look at some of the stories we are following for you for ABC Columbia News at Noon.
RCSD to Host Gift Card Fundraiser For Houston Area Deputies
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- The Richland County Sheriff's Department is asking Midlands residents to lend a hand to Houston area law enforcement through a unique, one-of-a kind fundraiser. The Sheriff and…
Spurrier: Explains Why He Hung Up His Visor at USC
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Governor McMaster Suspends Councilman
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Helping Hand: Join ABC Columbia for 'Day of Giving'
[gtxvideo vid='dVkdkriu' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/dVkdkriu.jpg' vtitle='Helping Hand: Join ABC Columbia for 'Day of Giving''] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The devastation in Houston and surrounding areas in Texas has so many people asking how they can help. You can join us here at ABC in…
Deputies Capture Man Accused of Murdering 81-Year-Old
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- After arresting one suspect last week in the robbery turned murder, deputies arrested the other suspect Wednesday afternoon. 40-year-old, Jason Randolph was arrested at 2:45 p.m. and charged…
AAA Says Gas Prices Might Keep Rising Because of Harvey
Columbia, SC (WOLO)-- Gas prices have jumped in recent days, and Hurricane Harvey could bring another jump at the pump. “It’s definitely not fun to see when it rises,” Ryan Daniels said. …
Amazon Donates to SC Science Academy and the Classroom
[gtxvideo vid='0wMWbZL7' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/0wMWbZL7.jpg' vtitle='Amazon Donates to SC Science Academy'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Amazon is doing its part to encourage young scientists in the midlands. Wednesday the on-line retail giant donated 15 thousand dollars in lab materials to the South Carolina Science…
Bus Driver Charged With DUI on Route
Police claim a South Carolina bus driver has four time legal limit of alcohol in her system while students on board.
SC Department of Natural Resources Deploys Crews to Texas
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- In another round of aid, the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources is sending teams to Texas. SC DNR Officials say Texas Parks and Wildlife requested the assistance. According to SC DNR, Officers will head to Texas Thursday, where…
McMaster Signs Two Executive Orders
Governor Henry McMaster Signs Executive Orders that could change who could be allowed into the State of South Carolina and another suspending a public servant.
RCSD: 81 Year Old Murdered During Robbery
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) Richland County deputies say two men are in custody in connection with the murder of 81 year old Duaine Hamilton. Investigators say on August 22nd, Jason Randolph and Jeffery Simmons tried to steal two televisions from Sears…
Know Your Charities: Protect Yourself from Fraud in Wake of Harvey
As South Carolinians consider ways to donate to Hurricane Harvey victims, the S.C. Department of Consumer Affairs is reminding you to be diligent.
Armed Homeowner Catches Suspect in Manhunt
KERSHAW COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - An armed homeowner was able to keep a wanted man at bay as he waited for deputies to respond in Kershaw County, Tuesday. The Kershaw County Sheriff's Office said Christopher Cravets, 21, who was wanted…
Wednesday GMC Headlines
Stay in the know and check out a few of the stories we are monitoring for you on this Wednesday August 30th,
Possible Changes to Pension Plans
Governor Henry McMaster faces criticism as he proposes possible changes to the State's current Pension Plan.
Midlands Residents Head For Texas to Help in Harvey Aftermath
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- A group of Midlands residents are traveling to Texas in the morning to help rescue people trapped in flood waters. "We lost a lot during our flood, we lost neighborhoods,"…
Lexington Man Charged with Disturbing School
Lexington Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- Lexington County deputies say a father is in custody after he tried to pick his daughter up from school early. Investigators say Timothy Browning became disruptive when tried to take his daughter home minutes before the…
Hurricane Harvey Relief: How You Can Help
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Hurricane Harvey: Evacuees Rescued in Houston
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Social Media Plays A Big Role In Relief Efforts In Texas
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- "It’s pretty amazing how the story can go deep and go far and can reach millions with a click on your smartphone," Dr. Heather Brandt said, who has studied social media's impact with the floods that…
