Servicemen Reflect on Veteran's Day and 2016 Election
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Hundreds line Laurel and Sumter streets for the annual veterans day parade in Columbia. as military members and state officials greet onlookers, veterans…
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Trump Replaces Christie with Pence as Head of Transition Team
President-elect Donald Trump has asked his running mate, Mike Pence, to take over the transition team efforts from New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie, ABC News has confirmed.
CPD: Farrow Road Store Rammed by SUV
Investigators with the Columbia Police Department are searching for the person or persons responsible for ramming an SUV into a North Columbia convenience store in an attempt to steal an ATM on Wednesday.
Reaction: Governor Haley Seeking to Remove Richland Rec Commission Members
[gtxvideo vid='T0HF8XNY' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/T0HF8XNY.jpg' vtitle='Reaction: Governor Haley Seeking to Remove Richland Rec Commission Members'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Thursday Governor Nikki Haley issued an Executive order in regards to the Richland County Recreation Commission Board Members. In the Executive Order from the Governor,…
Wildfires in GA, NC Causing Smokey Haze in Midlands
[gtxvideo vid='dhLpyfM5' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/dhLpyfM5.jpg' vtitle='Wildfires in GA, NC Causing Smokey Haze in Midlands'] Anderson, S.C. (WOLO) — If you noticed a smokey haze covering the Midlands again Friday you were not alone. The Forestry Commission says the heavy smoke is being…
Plane Makes Emergency Landing on Highway 378 After Fire Erupts on Board
A single engine Cirrus model plane has made an emergency landing at Highway 378 and 908 in the Gresham community of Marion County near the Park and Blow Handi Mart after a fire erupted on the plane, according to Marion County EMS Director Joey Price.
Rep. Gowdy to Speak at Service Remembering Fallen Officers
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - U.S. Rep. Trey Gowdy is the special guest speaker at an annual remembrance of fallen South Carolina law enforcement officers. The South Carolina chapter of the Fraternal Order of Police has scheduled a service for 6:30 p.m.…
EdVenture Museum in Columbia Holds Military Appreciation Day
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - EdVenture children's museum in Columbia is holding a military appreciation day to honor those who serve in uniform on Veterans Day. All military members and their families are being granted free admission to the museum on…
Four Children Killed in Crash on I-95 in Colleton County
COLLETON COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - Four children were killed in a crash early Friday morning along I-95 in Colleton County, Colleton Fire reports. The department says crews responded to the crash around 4:30…
SC Prisons Open Up Program for Veterans Behind Bars
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina prisons are starting a new program to help veterans behind bars prepare for life outside of prison. The Department of Corrections announced in a news release that on veterans with an honorable discharge will be…
State Officials Expect Additional $446 Million Next Year
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - The State Board of Economic Advisors say South Carolina budget-writers can expect to have an additional $446 million next year. The State newspaper reported the forecast Thursday includes nearly $140 million reserved for one-time expenditures, if…
Veterans Day Freebies & Deals to Take Advantage of
ABC NEWS-- Veterans Day freebies & deals around the Midlands: IHOP: Free Stack of Red, White & Blue Pancakes Bruegger's: Free Small Drip Coffee Applebee's: Free Meal Chili's: Free Entree from Special Menu Olive Garden: Free Entree from Special Menu…
Bad Habits? Try Breakfast say Experts
[gtxvideo vid='CnY1tUuf' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/CnY1tUuf.jpg' vtitle='Bad Habits? Try Breakfast say Experts'] CNN--Wondering how to break those bad habits? Experts say it starts with a good breakfast. Start the day with foods that are high in protein and healthy fats say experts, and…
Veterans Day Parade in City of Columbia Friday
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The 38th annual Veterans Day parade in the City of Columbia’s is Friday. It's known as one of the largest Veterans Day Parades in the Southeast. The parade starts at 11 a.m. from the intersection of Sumter and Laurel…
Political Science Expert on Trump and the Election
[gtxvideo vid='LVnaCjKL' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/LVnaCjKL.jpg' vtitle='Political Science Expert on Trump and the Election'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--As midlands residents and the country continue to absorb the election and the transition plans in place at Donald Trump heads to the White House, experts are…
Baby Found in Dumpster Puts Spotlight Back on Daniel's Law
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) The Claflin student who left her newborn baby in a dumpster has brought attention back to the issues of infant abandonments. I…
Governor Haley Issues Executive Order Seeking Removal of Richland Rec Commission Members
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Thursday Governor Nikki Haley issued an Executive order in regards to the Richland County Recreation Commission Board Members. In the Executive Order from the Governor, it states, I hereby provide written notice to all members of the Richland…
Two People Found Dead at Home in Travelers Rest
TRAVELERS REST, S.C. (AP) - Greenville County sheriff's deputies are investigating after two people were found shot to death at a home in Travelers Rest. Master Deputy Ryan Flood said deputies were called to check on a resident's welfare about…
Democrats, Republicans and Political Experts React to Election
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- A big night for the GOP in South Carolina. The state went red for President-Elect Donald Trump. Other candidates won big in their local races as well.…
New Zoo 5K to Kick Off Lights Before Christmas
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Riverbanks Zoo and Garden will kick-off its annual Lights Before Christmas with its first ever 5K, to benefit wildlife conservation and education efforts. The race will begin at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday, November 19. The run…
Jewish Food Extravaganza Happening Sunday
[gtxvideo vid='u2wWSvmH' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/u2wWSvmH.jpg' vtitle='Jewish Food Extravaganza Happening Sunday'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Bubbie's Brisket and Bakery comes to Beth Shalom Synagogue on Sunday, November 13. The Jewish food extravaganza features savory and sweet treats. It takes place from 11 a.m. to…
Sumter Co. Man Accused of Filing Over $57K in Fraudulent Tax Deductions
According to officials with the South Carolina Department of Revenue a Sumter County man is behind bars and faces up to five years in prison for filing fraudulent individual income tax returns.
Midlands Residents React to Trump Win
[gtxvideo vid='xa4IH2zu' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/xa4IH2zu.jpg' vtitle='Midlands Residents React to Trump Win'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Midlands residents woke up Wednesday morning with mixed reactions to President-elect Donald Trump. Our Grace Joyal hit the street to find out how people are feeling.
Deadlines Approach for Disaster Unemployment Assistance
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Deadlines to apply for Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) are nearing for 21 of the 24 counties that have been declared eligible for individual assistance by FEMA. Those 21 counties have deadlines next week. They are Allendale, Bamberg,…
Burn Ban In Effect
Wildfires in parts of Georgia and North Carolina force the Forestry Commission to enforce a burn ban. Find out if it's in your in the area.
