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FEMA's Disaster Survivor Assistance to help Lexington County residents
Lexington County residents who are in need of recovery help from Hurricane Helene can meet with FEMA’s Disaster Survivor Assistance program Saturday. FEMA will be at the Lexington County Public Library at 5440 Augusta Road from 10-4pm Saturday, October 12
Deputies: Argument at Midlands business leads to shooting
Lexington, S.C. (WOLO)--Lexington County deputies say an Aiken County man is charged with attempted murder after a shooting at a local business. Investigators say Thursday morning Harold Fogle,73, entered the business on Pond Branch Rd to discuss some work they…
RCSD K9 officer dies nearly a week after being injured in the line of duty.
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is grieving the loss of one of their K-9 officers, a second loss for RCSD this year
Aurora Borealis makes an appearance in South Carolina
The Aurora Borealis also known as the Northern Lights fills up South Carolina night sky
"Take a book, leave a book" -- City of Columbia debuts series of mini-libraries
In the coming weeks, around 20 mini-libraries will be popping up in communities across Columbia.
Police: Couple wanted after thousands withdrawn from stolen debit cards
Lexington, S.C. (WOLO)-- Police in Lexington are looking for a man and woman they say have stolen more than 11 thousand dollars from people using stolen debit cards. Investigators say the cards were all stolen from victims at Walmart between…
10 Million pounds of meat recalled over listeria concerns
(CNN)--Ready-to-eat meat producer Bruce Pac has recalled nearly 10-million pounds of meat and poultry products. The US Department of Agriculture says routine testing found listeria bacteria in the food. The affected products were shipped to restaurants and institutions nationwide. They…
State Health officials encourage vaccinations during flu, and other respiratory disease season
Flu season is almost here and officials with the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) want to make sure you and your family are prepared. State health officials say the best way to protect yourself and those you love against the flu, COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is to get vaccinated.
Amazon hiring seasonal employees in SC
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Amazon officials say they are hiring more than 2,000 seasonal employees in the Midlands. According to the company, many of the seasonal jobs can transition into full-time jobs. For more information on how to apply click here.
FEMA to help Lexington Co. residents with Hurricane Helene recovery Saturday at Lexington County Public Library
Lexington County residents who are in need of recovery help from Hurricane Helene can meet with FEMA’s Disaster Survivor Assistance program Saturday
Lee Co. K-9 officer killed in the line of duty is memorialized
A K-9 officer killed in the line of duty is laid to memorialized Wednesday
FEMA announces disaster assistance for Helene survivors surpasses $344 million
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) along with their 8000 federal workers continue helping communities across the country impacted by Hurricane Helene.
SC National Guard to Florida to assist in hurricane response
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Officials with the governor's office say Gov. Henry McMaster has authorized the deployment of SC National Guard Soldiers in response to Hurricane Milton. "Hurricane Helene reminded us of the power of neighbors helping neighbors, and South Carolina…
Deputies: 9 year old who was shot in Sumter dies, reward offered
Sumter Counties deputies say a 9 year old has died after multiple rounds were fired into his home on Bunneau Street around 1:42am Wednesday
Richland County Sheriff's Department donates to local non profit
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is partnering with two local ministries to donate clothes to the Alston Wilkes Society
Funeral for fallen K9 Officer set for today
Happening today, a fallen lee county K-9 officer will be laid to rest, ABC Columbia's Crysty Vaughan has details
Dominion Energy says post-Helene power restoration complete
Cayce, S.C. (WOLO)-- Officials with Dominion Energy say as of Tuesday it has restored power to nearly 100% of customers impacted by Hurricane Helene. A spokesperson says line workers, tree crews, and volunteers worked to restore electricity to more than…
SC State Fair Opening Day! ABC Columbia on the midway with your Fair Forecast
From corn dogs to cotton candy and rides, the South Carolina State Fair has officially opened its gates
Lexington -Richland District Five hosts school board debate
Candidates for the school board with Lexington -Richland School District Five all vying for your vote, came out to Irmo Middle School Tuesday night for a debate held by d-5’s Teacher forum
Your Voice, Your Vote: Rep. Heather Bauer faces former incumbent Kirkman Finlay III for second time
South Carolina House District 75 includes much of the eastern part of Soda City as well as part of Forest Acres.
SC Attorney General sues TikTok
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Tuesday afternoon, SC Attorney General Alan Wilson announced he is joining a bi-partisan coalition of 14 attorneys general filing separate lawsuits against social media platform TikTok for violating state consumer protection laws. “TikTok is knowingly addicting children…
Governor McMaster: SC officials monitoring Hurricane Milton amid Helene recovery efforts
South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster continues to update recovery efforts from Hurricane Helene
Traffic stop nets 250 lbs. of marijuana
Florence Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- Deputies in Florence Co. say on Monday deputies stopped a vehicle for speeding on I-95 near David McLeod Blvd. Authorities say deputies searched the car and found 250 lbs. of marijuana. Investigators say Kevin Li, 25,…
Inmate dies at Midlands prison
Lee Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- Officials with the SC Dept. of Corrections say an inmate died following a fight this morning at Lee Co. Correctional Facility. Investigators say Trenton Black, was taken to an area hospital following an altercation with his…
