Monday GMC Headlines
Click here for a quick check of some of the headlines we are following for you in this Monday August 21st, 2017.
Local News
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden Preview Before the Total Solar Eclipse
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Today is the day we've all been waiting for. Monday, August 21, is the Total Solar Eclipse. ABC Columbia's Grace Joyal went to Riverbanks Zoo and Garden this morning to check out the animals. One animal…
Solar Eclipse Events Happening in The Midlands
Still need a place to witness cosmic history? Here are a few events happening in the Midlands During the 2017 Solar Eclipse: Soda City Eclipse Viewing Festival at the historic Speedway in…
Man Shot Multiple Times in Richland County
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- Deputies are investigating after a Saturday night shooting that sent one man to the hospital. The shooting happened just before 11p.m. at Swallow Court and Heron drive. The victim told deputies a car pulled up and…
Using Twitter to Track Eclipse Visitors to the Midlands
[gtxvideo vid='8WyARPB4' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/8WyARPB4.jpg' vtitle='ICYMI: Tracking Eclipse Visitors to the Midlands'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - It's the event of a lifetime; one you don't want to miss. When the total solar eclipse happens Monday (8/18), get outside. You'll want to look…
Eclipse Glasses in Demand, Largest Eclipse in SC
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Free Midlands Dental Clinic Helped Hundreds
[gtxvideo vid='dviB0o2H' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/dviB0o2H.jpg' vtitle='Free Dental Clinic Helped Hundreds'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - The South Carolina Dental Association offered free care at the State Fairgrounds Friday (8/18) and the turnout was huge. Hundreds of people began lining up well before six…
When Do You Need Eclipse Glasses?
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Airbnb Nets South Carolina 2 Million Dollars
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Lexington County Winery Celebrates Eclipse
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Councilman Questions If Richland Co. Eclipse Glasses Are Certified
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- One Richland County member is concerned that the solar eclipse glasses Richland County has been giving out are not properly certified and won’t protect your eyes. "Because right…
Motorcylist identified in fatal two vehicle on Fontaine Road
The Richland County Coroner has released the name of the man who succumbed to injuries he sustained in a crash.
Drive Home Total Eclipse History
Drive home a lesson on the history of the Total Solar Eclipse with out having to step foot outside your car.
Search for Richland Burglary Suspects
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is hoping this surveillance video can help them locate two suspects wanted in a home burglary.
Learn How to Garden, for Free
Attend a free workshop to gain skills to start and maintain a healthy garden
"Southern Lights" to Wow Eclipse Crowds Saturday
The public will get a glimpse of a new public art display being installed to span the Congaree River, this weekend
Friday GMC Headlines: Back to School Contest
Happy Friday! Take a look at some of the stories ABC Columbia is following for you on this Friday Morning.
S.C. Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum Commission Discusses Plans to Display Battle Flag
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- After an ambitious and expensive exhibit did not work out, commissioners believe their newest proposal has a better chance for survival. When the flag came down from the statehouse,…
Third Employ SC Job Fair Scheduled for VC Summer Workers
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- The men and women laid off in the VC Summer construction shut down have another chance to find a new job. Thursday the governor's office announced an additional Employ SC job fair. This one will take place…
Still Looking for a Free Place to Watch the Eclipse?
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Missions Possible Garage Sale, Shandon UM Church
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Eclipse Coverage at Riverbanks Zoo
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Twitter War of Words between President Trump, US Senator Lindsey Graham
[gtxvideo vid='FZxn60fq' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/FZxn60fq.jpg' vtitle='Twitter War of Words between President Trump,'] WASHINGTON, DC (WOLO) - President Donald Trump has aimed his Twitter tweets toward Republicans who criticized him over his comments about last weekend's violence in Charlottesville, Virginia. South Carolina's US…
RCSD Remembers K-9 Tosca At Memorial Service
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- The Richland County Sheriff’s department has had a tough couple of months and today they said goodbye to their 2-year-old K-9 deputy Tosca. The sheriff’s department said Tosca suffered from a genetic disorder in her neck which no…
Richland Co. Sheriff's Dept. Phone Lines Down
Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)--A spokesperson for the Richland County Sheriff's Department says their phone lines are down. Deputy Stephany Snowden says if anyone has an emergency to call 911. Deputies say they are not sure at this time what caused…
