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SCDOT Crews Prepping For Weekend Winter Weather

COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- ย The South Carolina Department of Transportation is gearing up for the winter weather that is predicted move through the state this weekend SCDOT crews have prepped snow and ice removal equipment.…

Tips for Surviving Daylight Saving Time

ABC NEWS-- If you're dreading the start of Daylight Saving Time this weekend, here are a few tips from experts on how to ease into your new schedule without wanting to break your alarm clock. Eat Dinner Early Our sleep…

Red Flag Alert Issued

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ The South Carolina Forestry Commission is warning of the dangers of wildfires this weekend. The commission issued a red flag fire alert Friday morning that officials hope will discourage outdoor burning. The agency said weather forecasts…

SC DOT Celebrates Centennial

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Friday marks the South Carolina Department of Transportation's 100 years of service to South Carolina. Leaders from the SC DOT gathered Friday at the agency's headquarters on Park Street to commemorate the event. The Centennial celebration ceremony…

Concealed Weapons Bill Advances in State House

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ A bill allowing adults to carry a gun in South Carolina without a permit is advancing in the House. A House subcommittee's three Republicans voted for the bill Thursday with no discussion. The panel's two Democrats…

Study Shows SC as Fifth Worst State for DUI

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- ย A study released by backgroundchecks.org reports South Carolina as the fifth worst state in the country when it comes to driving under the influence. "Part of the reason…

Cinnamon Roll Puts Columbia Eatery in National Spotlight

[gtxvideo vid='hq2b3pDU' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/hq2b3pDU.jpg' vtitle='cinnamon roll'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Aย Shandon restaurant will be the focus of an episode of "Ginormous Foods" on Food Network. The show came to Columbia at the beginning of March to shoot at "The Devine Cinnamon…

Thursday Morning Menu

We have a list of a few events that are happening this weekend. Get out and about and enjoy some family friendly events.

House Rejects Bill to Block Local Bans on Plastic Bags

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - The House narrowly rejected a bill barring local restrictions on plastic bags as coastal Republicans argued the state shouldn't dictate what municipalities can or can't do to protect sea life and the local economy. A 50-49…

Columbia Firefighters Recognized at City Council

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Columbia City Firefighters were honored Tuesday for their hard work on the city streets and for their work with the community. Columbia City Council Members held a Firefighter Appreciation at Council Tuesday night. The firefighters were also…

Lawsuit Filed Against Boeing Over Malaysia Airlines Flight

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - A lawsuit filed in the United States suggests a series of catastrophic electrical and other failures may have led to the crash of Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 over the Indian Ocean. The suit filed against Boeing…

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