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Sumter Woman Arrested After Cashing Fake Checks

SUMTER, SC (WOLO)-A woman wanted on multiple charges after cashing fake payroll checks at local businesses has been arrested. Officers with the Sumter Police Department, assisted by the Sumter County Sheriffโ€™s Office and…

The Best of What We Heard from Clemson Media Day

TAMPA, FL (WOLO) -- The second-ranked Clemson Tigers attended "Media Day" at Amalie Arena Saturday to preview the 2017 National Championship game against top-ranked Alabama. Here's the best of what we heard from the Tigers.

SC Emergency Officials: Prepare for Freezing Temperatures

COLUMBIA, SC ย ( WOLO)--State Emergency officials want you to be prepared for freezing temperatures and road conditions. The S.C. Emergency Management Division says youย should be prepared for extreme cold and hazardous conditions…

Light Snow, Little Accumulation in Midlands

COLUMBIA , SC ย ( WOLO )--Early Saturday morning rain turned to snow in parts of the Midlands. Light snow could be seen falling in parts of the Northwest Midlands , including Irmo and Ballentine. Rain and sleet fell between the…

Lexington Richland District Five Cancels Weekend Events

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Due to the winter weather, Lexington-Richland School District Five is canceling all events and activities for Saturday and Sunday. According to the district, ย this includes all programs, athletic practices or events, adult education classes, other school or…

Winter Weather Safety: Driving Tips

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The Midlands is not expected to see a large amount of winter weather, in terms of snow accumulations, but it's important to keep winter safety driving tips in mind. The City of Columbia has shared safety tips:…

Richland One Cancels Saturday Athletics Events

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Due to the possibility of Winter Weather, ย various Richland One athletics events scheduled for Saturday have been been cancelled. According to the District, here is a list of canceled activities: Wrestling: St. Andrews Middle School vs. Camden…

Lexington District One cancels Saturday activities

LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)-- Due to possible winter weather, ย Lexington County School District One has canceled all Saturday activities. According to the District, programs, athletic practices or events, adult education classes, other school or district-related meetings, events or extra-curricular activities scheduled…

Richland Co. Sheriff Looks Ahead, and Back, After 20 Years

[gtxvideo vid='GgrwqJFI' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/GgrwqJFI.jpg' vtitle='Sheriff Leon Lott: One on One on 20th Year'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott discusses what challenges lie ahead as he celebrates 20 years at the helm of the department. Sheriff Lott was…

Dylann Roof Sentencing: Victims Family Members Take Stand

CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) - The only son of the oldest victim killed during the Charleston church slaughter says his mother loved to sing and play games. Walter Jackson Sr. testified Friday that his mother, Susie Jackson, was the heart of…

Chief Meteorologist John Farley: Wintry Mix Forecast

[gtxvideo vid='NSyWJsNz' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/NSyWJsNz.jpg' vtitle='Chief Meteorologist John Farley Wintry Mix Forecast'] Here's Chief Meteorologist John Farley's forecast outlook for the possible wintry mix this weekend in the Midlands. Rain Friday overnight into Saturday morning: For most of the night with a…

Waving to a billion people takes a lot of out of a 6 year old

[gtxvideo vid='WSnK65MF' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/WSnK65MF.jpg' vtitle='Gilger'] COLUMBIA SC (WOLO)--"It was like a dream," says 6 year old Edie Gilger, of her journey with her mom and dad, to Pasadena, California to to ride a float in Monday's Rose Parade. ย The opportunity, organized…

Jurors to Hear More Stories of Emanuel Victims

Prosecutors have called more than a dozen witnesses after a flurry of testimony on Thursday as jurors hear from family members of the nine people by Dylann Roof at Emanuel AME Church in 2015.

Inclement Weather Closings/Delays

Here is the latest list of local events and programs delayed or canceled due to a possible wintry mix. Stay with ABC Columbia as this list will be updated as weather conditions change.

Critical Need for Blood Donations: ABC Columbia Needs Your Help

[gtxvideo vid='9c0AFMxM' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/9c0AFMxM.jpg' vtitle='Critical Need for Blood Donations'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -ย The American Red Cross has a severe winter bloodย shortage and is issuing an emergency call for blood and platelet donors to make a donation appointment now and help save…

Polar Bear Plunge at Lake Carolina

COLUMBIA, SC--Brave the chilly weather and water this Saturday to benefit the Children's Charities of the Midlands. If you are attending the event you are asked to complete your registration form in advance, and then check in when you arrive.…

Airline Travel Advisories for Winter Weather

[gtxvideo vid='YXMNKbbk' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/YXMNKbbk.jpg' vtitle='Airline Travel Advisories for Winter Weather'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The Columbia Metro Airport is preparing for possible winter weather, and so are the airlines. Here's a look at the Airline Advisory from CAE with some good news…

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