Wednesday Morning Menu
The South Carolina State Fair has a lot going on this Wednesday. Click here to find out more about things happening on the midway and beyond.
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Richland One Candidate Forum
Candidates head to the polls November 8th, and those vying to be the next Richland One school board member plead their case Tuesday to voters.
Health Issues from Natural Disasters Like Hurricane Matthew
[gtxvideo vid='L5dKLlES' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/L5dKLlES.jpg' vtitle='Health Issues from Natural Disasters Like Hurricane Mathew'] ABC NEWS-- Health experts say there can be health and medical reprecussions from natural disasters like Hurricane Mathew and flooding. ABC'S Dr. Timothy Johnson takes a look at the…
Free Flu Shots at Midlands Library
[gtxvideo vid='Fovnv1u0' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Fovnv1u0.jpg' vtitle='Free Flu Shots at Midlands Library'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Health experts say now is the time to get that flu shot, and the Richland County Public Library wants to help you, for free. Library officials say they…
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…
SNAP Recipients in Areas Severely Impacted by Hurricane Matthew to Receive Replacement of Benefits
SNAP recipients who were residing in the following counties at the time of Hurricane Matthew will automatically receive a replacement of a portion of their benefits and do not need to go to the DSS office to request replacement benefits.
Pepsi Putting Healthy Twist on Soda
How one soda company is bubbling with plans to make your drinks sweeter for your health.
Police: Surveillance Video Captures Woman Stealing from Cash Register
Deputies with the Richland County Sheriff's Department are looking for a white female in her 40's who was caught on camera stealing money from the cash register of a Two Notch Road store last week.
Recreation Commission Executive Director Steps Down
The Executive Director for the Richland County Recreation Commission steps down amid arrest and pending civil lawsuits.
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…
One SC Fund gets Donation from SCE&G to aid Hurricane, Flood Victims
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO )-- The One SC relief Fund got a major donation Monday to help families from Hurricane Matthew and Floods. Governor Nikki Haley , along with the Central Carolina Community Foundation announced that SCE&G donated $1,000 to the One…
RCSD Search for Woman Accused of Using Stolen Credit Card to Withdraw $1K from ATM
A woman is wanted for fraud by the Richland County Sheriff's Department after allegedly stealing a credit card and using it to withdraw $1,000 from the victim's account.
Duo Sought in Armed Robbery of Shakespeare Road Store
Deputies with the Richland County Sheriff's Department are looking for two suspects wanted for the armed robbery of a Shakespeare Road store last week.
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.
DNC "Forward Together" Bus Makes Pit Stop in Capital City
Democrats will roll into South Carolina Monday, October 17th as part of the “Forward Together” nationwide bus tour with stops at events in Columbia and Orangeburg. The “Forward Together” tour…
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.…
Governor Haley, SCE&G to Discuss ONE SC Fund Monday
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Getting help to the people who need it, that's the focus of the ONE SC Fund set up in South Carolina. Monday, Governor Nikki Haley, South…
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…
