Community Engagement Day at the State House
Today is Community Engagement Day at the South Carolina State House.
Local News
EdVenture Merges with Children's Museum of South Carolina
[gtxvideo vid='gdGkGrhC' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/gdGkGrhC.jpg' vtitle='edventure merge'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – EdVenture has officially merged with the Children's Museum of South Carolina. The combined museum will maintain the current two locations while pursuing plans to develop a new museum in Myrtle Beach,…
All Access Columbia Conference
An event coming to the City of Columbia is aimed at helping citizens find different ways to make a positive impact on their community one family at a time.
Wednesday Morning Menu
Here's a list of different events that will be taking place through out the Midlands for you and your family to enjoy.
Coach Swinney Addresses General Assembly at the State House
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- Coach Swinney addressed legislators from both sides of the aisle Tuesday, using football as a metaphor for coming together for the greater good. Coach Dabo Swinney stood before members…
Man, Accomplice Sought in Burglary
A 26-year-old man and his accomplice are wanted by the Richland County Sheriff Sheriff's Department for burglary.
Lexington Richland Five to Host Community Fair Tuesday
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Lexington-Richland School District Five is inviting parents and families to attend its annual Community Services Fair. The fair is Tuesday at Irmo High School from 5:30pm-7:30pm Officials say it's an opportunity for families and students with disabilities to connect…
Federal Prosecutors Want Tough Sentence for Friend of Dylann Roof
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) - Federal prosecutors want a stiff sentence for a friend of Dylann Roof who didn't report Roof's plans to kill black church worshippers in South Carolina. In court papers filed Monday, prosecutors said Joey Meek knew the…
Police Say Someone Stole Over Three Hundred Dollars from SC Girl Scouts
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) _ Police say someone stole $345 from Girl Scouts selling cookies in front of a Charleston pet store. Charleston Police spokesman Charles Francis said in a news release the scouts turned their backs from their table as…
Organizations Join Forces to Educate Authorities on Human Trafficking
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- The Richland County Anti-Human Trafficking Task Force (RCAHTS) and Lighthouse for Life are setting aside three days to help state law enforcement better identify victims of sex trafficking. The…
USC Building Reopened After Evacuation Due to Hazmat Emergency
Occupants that were asked to evacuate the USC School of Medicine building are now able to return.
Suspect Wanted Following Standoff
A man is barricaded inside a Manor Drive home after a domestic dispute.
McMaster Lobbies Trump Officials for REAL ID Break, Road Aid
Gov. Henry McMaster is asking the Trump administration to give South Carolina another break from federal ID requirements and billions for road construction.
Orangeburg Police Search for Missing Girl
Orangeburg police are looking for a young girl who they say was last seen Sunday night.
Company Issues Recall Over Concerns of Glass Pieces in Apple Sauce Containers
Various apple sauce products connected with Trader Joe's have been recalled after customers reported that they found glass in some of them, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
Man with Three Prior DUI Convictions Arrested Again
A man with a lengthy DUI and criminal history was arrested over the weekend after authorities say his reckless driving caused other motorists to run off the road.
Children's Hospital Patient Uses Make-A-Wish Gift to Help Others
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- We have all seen the touching stories of the dreams the Make-A-Wish Foundation is able to help come true but one Midlands teen did something that's never been…
Richland County Man Accused of Not Paying $12K in Child Support
Deputies are searching for a 42-year-old Richland County man accused of not paying child support.
Month-Long Community Book Group Comes to An End
[gtxvideo vid='3fs9xlrj' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/3fs9xlrj.jpg' vtitle='one book one community'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Richland Library's "One Book, One Community" initiative wraps up Tuesday. Good Morning Columbia's Grace Joyal sat down with Clo Cammarata, library programs and partnerships manager, to discuss the monthlong…
Monday Morning Menu
Events happening through out the Midlands in your Monday Morning Menu
Nickelodeon Theatre Hosts Oscars Red Carpet
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- As the 89th Academy Awards were being celebrated in Los Angeles, here at home, Oscar fever lit up main street Sunday night. The Nickelodeon Theatre in Columbia hosted…
Deputies Investigate After Elderly Man Found Severely Beaten
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO)- Richland County Sheriff's Deputies are investigating after a 65-year-old man was found severely beaten Sunday morning. Just before 1:30a.m. deputies responded to Palmetto Health Richland, where the victim was taken by EMS. Authorities say the 65-year-old…
Newberry Deputies Find Missing Autistic Teen
NEWBERRY S,C. (WOLO)-The missing 19-year-old male with Autism was found Sunday evening. Members of the Newberry County Sheriff's Office Bloodhound Team along with a DNR Officer and members of the Newberry County Emergency Services found the missing teen approximately three…
Actor Bill Paxton Dies at Age 61
ABC News-- Bill Paxton, an actor who developed a following for his roles in films that achieved both mainstream and cult success starting in the 1980s, died today at the age of 61. A representative of his family confirmed the…
USC Dance Marathon Helps Benefit Palmetto Children's Hospital
COLUMBIA, S.C.(WOLO)- The University of South Carolina hosted a dance marathon to raise money for Palmetto Children's Hospital on Saturday. A record breaking 1,464 registered participants, who are also known as Heroes, stood…
