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Operation Thank You at SC State Fair

[gtxvideo vid='xspFMeMa' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/xspFMeMa.jpg' vtitle='Operation Thank You at SC State Fair'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- If you're headed to the South Carolina State Fair, you have a chance to say Thank You to some of the Midlands bravest. Local Non Profit "Operation Thank…

Hacked Emails show Columbia Mayor Benjamin on Clinton’s Possible VP List

[gtxvideo vid='Sk7sHp2u' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Sk7sHp2u.jpg' vtitle='Hacked Emails show Columbia Mayor Benjamin on Clinton's Possible VP List'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--According to an email released today, Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin was on a list of potential Vice Presidential candidates floated by the Clinton campaign…

15 More Counties Approved for FEMA Services Following Hurricane Matthew

ABC News-- The Federal Emergency Management Agency approved fifteen additional counties for Individual Assistance, allowing survivors who sustained losses to apply for aid in the wake of Hurricane Matthew. Counties approved for FEMA Individual Assistance include: Allendale, Bamberg, Barnwell, Beaufort,…

Weekday Lunch Deal at SC State Fair

OLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Get ready to grab a deal at the South Carolina State Fair. Every weekday, for the entire fair! Exchange $10.00 cash for a lunch admission ticket at the ticket booth and purchase a fair-tastic lunch from any and…

SC State Fair: Weekday Lunch Deal

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Get ready to grab a deal at the South Carolina State Fair. Every weekday, for the entire fair! Exchange $10.00 cash for a lunch admission ticket at the ticket booth and purchase a fair-tastic lunch from any and…

Monday Morning Menu

Start your work week off in the know. ABC Columbia has information on events happening around town Monday.

Absentee Voting Around the Midlands

ABC News-- The Richland County Voter Registration & Elections office satellite absentee precincts will open, Monday, October 17, 2017 for absentee voting for the November 8, 2016 General Election. Absentee voting is available Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm.…

ABC Columbia on the Midway SC State Fair

[gtxvideo vid='LBV5CfhQ' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/LBV5CfhQ.jpg' vtitle='ABC Columbia on the Midway SC State Fair'] COLUMBIA, SC  (WOLO )-- Hit the Midway at the South Carolina State Fair through Sunday for rides and games. You can also catch some free entertainment with the Roving…

SC Emergency Response Team Lowers Emergency Status after Flood

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The State Emergency Response Team has lowered its emergency status from Operation Three to OPCON Four. However, Emergency officials continue to monitor and provide aid and relief as the state recovers from Hurricane Mathew.  State officials say…

Amazon Hiring Seasonal Workers

NEW YORK (AP) _ Amazon.com is adding 120,000 seasonal workers in an effort to meet an expected spike in demand during the holidays. The seasonal positions will be created at fulfillment centers, sorting centers and customer service sites in 27…

Smartphone Usage: Parents and Kids

[gtxvideo vid='eH7OKrrt' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/eH7OKrrt.jpg' vtitle='Smartphone Usage: Parents and Kids '] ABC NEWS-- In a new study, researchers take a look at the use of smartphones by both parents and kids. What are the impacts? Here's ABC'S Dr. Timothy Johnson.  

Marion, Orangeburg Counties Available for FEMA Assistance

COLUMBIA, SC  (WOLO )--Individual aid is now available to residents in Marion and Orangeburg counties affected by Hurricane Matthew. According  to Officials, residents are  eligible for the Federal Emergency Management Agency's Individual Assistance program. SC EMD says survivors who sustained losses in…

One SC Fund for Hurricane/Flood Victims

[gtxvideo vid='Bsly8nPO' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Bsly8nPO.jpg' vtitle='One SC Fund for Hurricane/Flood Victims'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Looking to give aid to the Hurricane Mathew Victims and Flood victims? Here's how you can help. The One SC Fund helps South Carolinians recover from natural disasters, it’s…

Restaurant Week in Columbia

[gtxvideo vid='szBXoo3S' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/szBXoo3S.jpg' vtitle='Restaurant Week in Columbia'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Ready to sample tasty treats? Restaurant Week is underway in Columbia through next Sunday. The ten day celebration of South Carolina cuisine features hundreds of restaurants. It is time to…

Flooding Continues to Devastate Lumberton, NC

[gtxvideo vid='sL8BW8pS' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/sL8BW8pS.jpg' vtitle='Flooding Continues to Devastate Lumberton, NC'] CNN-- Floodwaters still rising in parts of Lumberton, North Carolina. Shelters are set up as hundreds of families seek refuge. State Officials in North Carolina continue search and rescue and now…

Mayor's Domestic Violence Walk Rescheduled

COLUMBIA, SC  (WOLO )--    Mayor Steve Benjamin, Councilwoman Tameika Isaac Devine, and the City of Columbia staff will host the 10th Anniversary of the Mayor’s Walk Against Domestic Violence. Due to severe inclement weather from Hurricane Matthew on Saturday,…

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