United Way Day in the Midlands
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Get ready to enjoy a good breakfast and help the United Way of the Midlands. United Way Day kicks off Friday, at 8am , at the SC State House. United Way day is a time where the…
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SC Drought in Coming Years Possible, say Experts
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) - Experts warn the Carolinas will face droughts and deluges in coming years. The Charlotte Observer reported that scientists, farmers and water managers met in Charlotte this week to try to figure out how to deal with…
Watch: Jubilee Festival in Columbia
[gtxvideo vid='4K02TWHB' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/4K02TWHB.jpg' vtitle='Watch: Jubilee Festival in Columbia'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The 38th Annual Jubilee Festival is set for Saturday. It's a free event with dancers, musicians and storytellers. Organizers say the Jubilee brings together all aspects of culture and fun…
Watch: Edventure Children’s Museum New Exhibit
[gtxvideo vid='sg6bwcn9' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/sg6bwcn9.jpg' vtitle='Watch: Edventure Children's Museum New Exhibit'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Edventure Children's Museum has a new addition rolling in. A ribbon cutting was held Wednesday for the new AutoWorks Exhibit. The newly redesigned permanent exhibit is in partnership with the…
Trio Sought for Using Stolen Credit Card, Police Say
Three men are suspected of opening credit card accounts to buy thousands of dollars worth of electronics and furniture using stolen personal information.
Officer Hurt in Fight on Newberry School Bus
Two Newberry County teens have been charged after a school resource officer and a bus driver were attacked.
Educational Forum Planned for Richland County Penny Tax
ABC News-- There is a "Pennies Impacting People" Educational Forum at Richland Library Main, Third Level Programming Space, Thursday, September 15. It is free and open to the public. The Forum is for those curious about how the Richland County Penny…
WATCH: Jubilee Festival Comes to Columbia Saturday
The annual Jubilee: a festival celebrating African-American history and culture, held by Historic Columbia, is set for Saturday.
WATCH: Annual Address Calls for Keeping Campus Current
USC President Harris Pastides delivered his ninth State of the University address Wednesday in Columbia.
Judge in Dylann Roof Trial wants List of Potential Witnesses
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) - A federal judge wants the defense and prosecution each to provide a list of potential witnesses as jury screening begins in Dylann Roof's trial stemming from the Charleston church shootings. In a Tuesday order, U.S. District…
Watch: Columbia Metro Airport Safety Exercise
[gtxvideo vid='eNDVj20W' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/eNDVj20W.jpg' vtitle='Watch: Columbia Metro Airport Safety Exercise'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--If you were near the Columbia Metropolitan Airport Wednesday you likely noticed a lot of First Responders, but it was only a test. The airport held an emergency plan…
WATCH: Celebrity Chef Inspires SC Teens
Celebrity Chef Jeff Henderson is on a week-long mission to give South Carolina teens hope for a brighter future.
Clyburn's Bill to Provide Money for Sites at Historically Black Colleges
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) - A measure sponsored by South Carolina U.S. Rep. Jim Clyburn restoring money to preserve significant sites at historically black colleges and universities has passed the House. There has been no money for the work since 2009 when…
Watch: Epworth Food Truck Rodeo in Columbia
[gtxvideo vid='EKpwTtUC' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/EKpwTtUC.jpg' vtitle='Watch: Epworth Food Truck Rodeo in Columbia'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) --A Food Truck Rodeo rolled into town Tuesday in the Midlands. The annual Epworth Children's Home Food Truck Rodeo is en event the children look forward to,…
Watch: Extended Meter Enforcement Hours Could Be Coming to Columbia
[gtxvideo vid='ZPcYqGY5' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/ZPcYqGY5.jpg' vtitle='Parking Meter Plan'] Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) ---Regardless of the hour, patrons say parking is always an issue in the commercial areas of Columbia. General Services Director David Knoche says the city is always looking for ways to…
Alleged Purse Snatcher Sought by RCSD
Deputies with the Richland County Sheriff's Department say they are looking for a 32-year-old purse-snatcher.
RCSD: Wanted Robbery Suspect Demanded Money From Safe
Deputies are seeking the public's help locating a robbery suspect.
Arthur Rose Museum Exhibits Works of Twin Artists
Identical twin brothers Jerry Lynn and Terry Lynn make up the artistic duo known as TWIN.
RCSD Asking for Help Finding Missing Teen
Police need your help to locate a Eastover teen who was last seen a more than a week ago.
Changes to Flu Shot Guidelines
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‘Standing for Our Heroes’ 9/11 Ceremony
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SC Loggerhead Sea Turtle Released into Ocean
MURRELLS INLET, S.C. (AP) - A loggerhead sea turtle that was treated at two aquariums on the South Carolina coast was released into the ocean. The turtle, named "Magnolia," was found stranded on the beach at North Litchfield Beach last…
Three Teens Accused in String of Armed Robberies in Lexington County
LEXINGTON, S.C (WOLO)) Three teens are behind bars accused in a string of robberies. Lexington County deputies have charged Wesley Alexander Anderson, 17, and Jasmine Taylor, 18 with five counts of armed robbery. The suspects are accused of holding up a total…
Senator Tim Scott Proposes Ft. Moultrie and Ft. Sumter be Named National Parks
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina U.S. Sen. Tim Scott, the first black U.S. senator from the deep South since Reconstruction, is proposing that the site where the Civil War began be raised in status to a national park. The…
9/11 Events Planned for the Midlands
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The Midlands will stand together on 9/11 to remember and honor those who lost their lives and those who fought to save lives on 9/11. Here is a list of events in the Midlands on Sunday: The…
