Swim Safety Day
Before you dive in to the water to stay cool this summer, Local police and fire crews want you to be safe.
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Experts Explain Why You Need to Wear Special Glasses Before and After the Total Eclipse
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- The Midlands is gearing up to be the destination for a front row seat to view the Total Eclipse. While many will be excited to watch the once…
School Board Meeting Requests Security Following Perceived Threats
[gtxvideo vid='MVGK1Q79' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/MVGK1Q79.jpg' vtitle='SCHOOL BOARD SECURITY'] Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- If you want to go to the Lexington Richland County District 5 school board meeting, you will have to go through additional security screenings. "My first thought was ok, what’re they…
Duck Donuts opens in Columbia
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Tips on Ways to Snack Healthy
[gtxvideo vid='OyGvlZ0w' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/OyGvlZ0w.jpg' vtitle='Tips on Ways to Snack Healthy'] CNN--You can become a healthy snack master with these snack hacks from experts. Kim Hutcherson has the information in this health minute.
Swansea Man Charged for Kissing Minor
Swansea Man Charged for inappropriately kissing a minor under the age of 11.
What To Do If Your Vehicle Has A Recall
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- The recent Takata recall is targeting airbags in Fords, Mazda's and Nissan's. A Mazda dealership here in the Midlands said they had to pull 4 cars from the lot…
Federal and City Officials Approve Plan to Reduce Flooding and Build Park in Bull Street Neighborhood
[gtxvideo vid='I97xEa2w' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/I97xEa2w.jpg' vtitle='Bull St Development'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- In the fourth year of a 20-year development project, a new storm water management plan has received city and federal approval, allowing a creek that was once free flowing to run…
Columbia Splash Pads Now Open
If you can't take the heat, get out to one of the City splash pads. We have a list of locations where you can find your cool.
SC Prison Escapee Being Held in State's Highest Security Prison
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Authorities say a convict who escaped from a maximum security prison using equipment flown into the facility by drone is now being held in South Carolina's highest security facility. Online records showed Jimmy Causey was being…
Deputy Featured on Live PD Throws out First Pitch
[gtxvideo vid='AIOkN7ST' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/AIOkN7ST.jpg' vtitle='Deputy Featured on Live PD Throws out First Pitch'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The Richland County deputy who received national recognition for his appearance on A&E'S Live PD and the televised arrest, throws out the first pitch at the…
CPD Traffic Unit Investigating Motorcycle Collision
[gtxvideo vid='920gyE7b' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/920gyE7b.jpg' vtitle='CPD Traffic Unit Investigating Motorcycle Collision'] COLUMBIA , SC (WOLO)-- The Columbia Police Department's Traffic Safety unit is investigating a collision involving a motorcycle. Columbia Police say the crash happened late Wednesday in the 3600 block of…
DHEC Director Stepping Down
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ South Carolina's public health director is stepping down. Director Catherine Heigel announced her resignation Thursday from the Department of Health and Environmental Control. The department says Heigel is returning to Greenville, where she will serve as…
SC deputies warn of fake firefighters scam
Sheriff's deputies are warning that two men pretending to be South Carolina firefighters are conducting a scam when they try to get inside homes to check on smoke detectors.
Annual Lake Murray concert will be music to the ears
[gtxvideo vid='dohYRbLW' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/dohYRbLW.jpg' vtitle='REgaetronic'] LAKE MURRAY SC (WOLO)--Reggaetronic 6 is planned for Saturday at Spence Island on Lake Murray. According to event organizers, this year's event will kick off at 11:00, and will run until 6:00. Camp M.A.T.E.S., a camp…
Expert says West Nile Virus Cases in Beaufort County Linked to Hurricane
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. (AP) - An official says two West Nile virus cases in South Carolina are connected to Hurricane Matthew. Beaufort County Mosquito Control director Gregg Hunt says organic material left in standing water after the storm was…
Richland Co. Deputy Gains National Attention From Live PD
[gtxvideo vid='B1z8wG9r' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/B1z8wG9r.jpg' vtitle='Richland Deputy Gains National Attention From Live PD'] RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)-- A Midlands deputy is gaining national recognition for an on the job chase, caught on A&E'S Live PD. The Richland County Sheriff's Department says they've…
New Richland Two Superintendent Meets the Community
[gtxvideo vid='XLC4wEb6' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/XLC4wEb6.jpg' vtitle='New Richland Two Superintendent Meets the Community'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--- Parents and members of the community got a chance this week to meet the New Richland School District Two Superintendent. The District held a meet and greet…
Bond Set For Nephew Charged in Charles Kusko's Murder
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)-Bond has been set for the man who was charged with the murder of his uncle last month. On Wednesday a judge granted Brandon Barham a $250,000 bond. Barham faces murder and…
108-Year-Old Midlands Woman Awarded the Order of the Palmetto
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- A woman who recently celebrated her 108th birthday was granted an esteemed award for her lifetime of service and achievements. Community members and area leaders alike came…
New Tool Hopes To Curb Opioid Abuse
[gtxvideo vid='cSC3o3rA' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/cSC3o3rA.jpg' vtitle='OPIOID ABUSE'] Opioid abuse is on the rise, but with helpful gadgets like TimerCap, CVS hoping to help their clients keep track. "It’s basically like a stopwatch in the cap. So, every time they remove the cap…
Prison Escapee Back in South Carolina
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- The prison escapee captured in Texas after an intense manhunt, is back in South Carolina. Corrections officials say Jimmy Causey arrived at a South Carolina Prison facility around 2:40pm Wednesday. Officials say Causey escaped last week using…
Chamber CEO: Senators should nix Export-Import Bank nominee
The leader of South Carolina's largest business association wants South Carolina's two U.S. senators to oppose President Donald Trump's nominee for the U.S. Export-Import Bank.
U.S. Attorney: IRS Scammer Sentenced
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ Federal prosecutors say a 46-year-old South Carolina woman collected more than $250,000 by writing bogus checks to the IRS, but her scheme was stopped before she collected the $11 million she was seeking. U.S. Attorney Beth…
Local Officials Announce Swim Safe Events
[gtxvideo vid='36N1TnZV' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/36N1TnZV.jpg' vtitle='Local Officials Announce Swim Safety Day'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- In an effort to help curb the recent drownings in the Midlands, local law enforcement, fire and Recreation officials are joining together for Swim Safe. The Swim Safe…
