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Huger Street Temporary Closure

COLUMBIA, S.C. (PRESS RELEASE) -- On April 8, the City of Columbia’s Wastewater Maintenance Division will be performing maintenance on an 8 inch gravity sewer main located in the South bound lane of Huger Street between Gervais Street and Blossom…

Police: Man Bites Off Finger

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- A 48-year-old man is accused of biting off the pinky finger of a female acquaintance. Police say Frederick Davis is charged with domestic violence after a argument at a…

Watch: Red Cross Seeking Life Saving Donors and Volunteers

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- According to the American Red Cross, every two seconds some on the U.S. needs blood. Communications Manager Krystal Overmyer says the product's short shelf life makes a constant stream of donors essential. Columbia resident Brandi Brown…

Overturned Tractor Trailer Caused Delays on I-77S

RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO) - Motorists experienced delays Thursday morning on southbound Interstate 77 near Shop Road as an overturned tractor-trailer caused major traffic congestion. A Tweet for the Columbia Fire Department said the crash occurred near mile marker 6. #TrafficAdvisory#TheCFD@SCDPS_PIO@TrooperBob_SCHP…

Orangeburg Hospital Makes Job Cuts, Leaves Some Unfilled

ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) -- An Orangeburg hospital is eliminating just over 30 jobs, reducing hours for 27 other employees and leaving an additional 30 positions vacant in order to save money. The Times and Democrat of Orangeburg reports the Regional…

SC bill would bar requiring transgender choice of bathrooms

// ​_ // ]]> COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - A South Carolina senator wants to bar local governments from requiring businesses to let transgender people use the bathroom of their choice, saying he's taking a "stand for decency and common sense."…

Lake Murray water release set for Thursday

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- SCE&G will release water from Lake Murray into the Lower Saluda River beginning Thursday. The releases will continue on April 8, 9, 15 and 16 so the Columbia Fire Department can conduct swift water training. The water…

Watch: RCSD Says Goodbye to Fallen K9

Richland County, S.C. (WOLO) --- On Wednesday, the Richland County Sheriff's Department said goodbye to one of it's own. K9 officer Robby, who died of cancer last month, was laid to rest with the full dignity and ceremony afforded his…

Gov. Haley Tours Flood Damaged Homes

Columbia , S.C. (WOLO) -- On Wednesday morning, Governor Nikki Haley and flood disaster relief coordinator Kevin Shwedo toured several homes being rebuilt in Sumter after the historic floods left them completely destroyed. "Although, the sun is shining and the…

'Persons of Interest' Sought in Hit-and-Run

  COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- Officers with the Columbia Police Department need the community's assistance in identifying three persons of interest related to a hit and run investigation. Officer say that two males…

Cookout for Kids BBQ Fundraiser Needs Volunteers

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- A local children's home is hosting one of its biggest fundraisers and they need a little help from the community. How does fresh off the grill barbecue, homemade baked goods, live music and 30 vintage cars…

Massey of Edgefield Chosen to Lead Republican SC Senators

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) -- South Carolina's Republican senators have chosen Edgefield Sen. Shane Massey to lead their caucus. The chamber's controlling party unanimously elected the 40-year-old senator Wednesday following a closed-door luncheon. No other…

Two bodies found in Lexington Co. identified

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — The identities of two bodies found inside a Lexington County home Sunday have been released by investigators. Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher says 80 year-old Leonard Williams and 70 year-old Lillie Thompson were found in a…

Watch: Boating Incidents Spur Safety Reminders

Columbia , S.C. (WOLO) -- After several boating incidents in recent days, law enforcement officials are reminding boaters to be safe on the water this boating season. "Be safe out on Lake Murray and be sure that you have the…

Body of Missing Sumter Boater Recovered

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- According to Sumter County authorities, the body of Harry Lee Bradley has been located in the Pocotaligo River in Sumter County. Deputies say the body of the missing boater was found near the area where the boat…

South Carolina Railroad to Unveil New Line to Volvo Factory

RIDGEVILLE, S.C. (AP) _ South Carolina's state-owned railroad is planning to build a 10-mile rail line to the site of the $500 million Volvo factory that's currently under construction in Berkeley County, about 30 miles northwest of Charleston. The Post…

Man Accused of Defrauding SC Lottery

RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) -- A man was arrested on April Fools' Day for allegedly defrauding the South Carolina Educational Lottery. Police say 26-year-old Marcus Washington is also facing eight counts of shoplifting. Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott said investigators were notified…

Watch: Midlands Local Happenings

Columbia,S.C. (WOLO) --- Looking for ways to get involved in giving back to the Midlands?  We have a list of some of your daily happenings. Click here to find out what is going on in your community.  

Dynamite Disposal set for Tuesday

LEESVILLE, S.C. (WOLO) — If you hear loud blasts in one part of Lexington County on Tuesday don't be alarmed. Deputies say they plan to dispose of 400 pounds of dynamite. According to the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department, deputies will…

Police: Man swipes swan eggs from nest

SUMTER, S.C. (WOLO) — A Florence man faces charges after officers say he stole swan eggs. Sumter Police say visitors at Swan Lake Iris Gardens notified park rangers late Sunday afternoon after seeing a man enter an enclosed area at…

Watch: Search Continues for Missing Sumter Boater

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) -- The Sumter County Sheriff’s Office and the Department of Natural Resources continue to search for a missing boater on the Pocotaligo River in Sumter County. Officials say 61-year old Harry Lee Bradley was dropped off at the…

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