COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The South Carolina State Fair and a Noon University of South Carolina Football game converge downtown Saturday. Fair and Football goers will be sharing the State Fairgrounds parking lot. Here's what University officials want you to know:…
(Information from: Herald-Journal, http://www.goupstate.com/) SPARTANBURG, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina Department of Agriculture Commissioner Hugh Weathers says crops in some areas of the state may have sustained as much damage from Hurricane Matthew as they did from last year's historic…
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[gtxvideo vid='MmSMoN1j' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/MmSMoN1j.jpg' vtitle='Fair Food : One Man Band Eating Contest with Tyler Ryan'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- ABC Columbia is hitting the midway taste testing the Foods at the South Carolina State Fair. From Doughnut Burgers to Elephant Ears and…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina's jobless rate has fallen below 5 percent for the first time in more than 15 years. The Department of Employment and Workforce on Friday said South Carolina's unemployment was 4.9 percent in September. That's…
The 17th Annual Buddy Walk is this weekend. Find out how you can get involved for Down Syndrome Awareness Month.
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Two weeks after Hurricane Matthew made landfall as it brushed by the South Carolina coast, recovery work is starting. All the effects of the storm aren't over. The Waccamaw River remains in major flood stage, swamping…
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Columbia, S.C (WOLO) --- Pull out your Pink T-shirts and get ready to bring awareness to Cancer with a series of events taking place throughout the Midlands. Click here to find out what's happening that you can take part in…
[gtxvideo vid='qoNn6Xwa' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/qoNn6Xwa.jpg' vtitle='Prescription Drug Take Back '] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Saturday Local law enforcement are taking part in Prescription Drug Take Back Day. Locations: City of Columbia Police #1 Justice Square Headquarters The Department of Public Safety is holding…
How does this upcoming Presidential election impact you here in South Carolina. Democratic and Republican Party chairs sat down with student to answer that question.
WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina's top gardeners, flower vendors and agricultural specialists are ready to open the Midland's fall plant and flower festival at the State Farmers Market. The event was rescheduled due to Hurricane Matthew and runs…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - In an effort to help flood victims devastated in the wake of Hurricane Matthew, organizations at the University of South Carolina are setting up collection points for water, diapers, cleaning supplies and non-perishable food. Items are…
[gtxvideo vid='OKSakBt7' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/OKSakBt7.jpg' vtitle='New Study: College Debt Rising'] (CNN)-- College Debt is rising, according to a new study on most college campuses, debt is higher than ever. The average undergraduate student borrower is facing $30,100 in loans, up 4% compared…
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Sumter, S.C. (WOLO)--A Sumter County deputy was injured Thursday morning while arresting a man in his pajamas. Investigators say they responded to Plowden Mill Rd. Thursday morning to a call of a man in his pajamas blocking the road way.…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ State police are investigating allegations a state Senate candidate started an ``inappropriate relationship'' in 1993 with a then-16-year-old female student _ a claim the Democrats' supporters call politically motivated. State Law Enforcement Division spokesman Thom Berry…
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Donald Trump's assertion that the election is rigged has drawn strong reactions from both Democrats and Republicans. Thursday afternoon Governor Nikki Haley released a statement saying "This election is not rigged, and it's irresponsible to say that…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - The leaders of the South Carolina Republican and Democratic parties are discussing the impact the 2016 presidential race may have on politics in the state. Jaime Harrison of the state Democratic Party and Matt Moore of…
It's time for some Bluegrass, Bidding and BBQ. Click here to find out more about the annual fun filled event.
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--FEMA has approved four more South Carolina counties, now eligible for individual Assistance. Residents can apply for aid due to flooding and Hurricane Matthew. The additional counties are Clarendon, Calhoun, Horry and Marlboro. According to SC EMD, assistance…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Employees from a major financial institution are still helping with South Carolina's efforts to recover from historic flooding last fall. On Thursday, the bank is presenting checks totaling $125,000 to United Way of the Midlands, Central…
[gtxvideo vid='8QdCxlNZ' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/8QdCxlNZ.jpg' vtitle='Heading to the SC State Fair? How about a Burger?'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The food, the rides, the art, all part of the South Carolina State Fair. The State Fair runs through Sunday, October 23 at the SC…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Gov. Nikki Haley is asking Richland County Recreation commissioners to hand over reports on sexual harassment, nepotism and intimidation concerning the agency's former director. Haley says she is considering a request from a majority of Richland…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - A former police officer who shot a motorist running away from a traffic stop in South Carolina wants his murder trial moved out of Charleston. Attorneys for Michael Slager filed a motion Tuesday saying a survey found…
