VIDEO: Outdoors Enthusiasts and Wildlife Converge for Classic
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - The 34th annual Palmetto Sportsmen's Classic comes to the State Fairgrounds for a weekend of fun. Check out the video to see what that entailed.
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WATCH: Hundreds of S.C. Firefighters Attend Training in Cola
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Hundreds of firefighters from across the state came to the S.C. Fire Academy for the biggest training event of the year. Watch the video to learn more about the hands-on…
RCSD: 13 Arrested for Crimes in the Northeast
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) -- On Monday morning, Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott announced the arrest of thirteen suspects in a string of incidents in Northeast, Richland County. Sheriff Lott said the crimes are isolated incidents, and are all connected to drugs…
Former Councilman Faces Felony DUI Charge
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- A former Richland County Councilman charged with felony DUI was scheduled to go before a judge Monday morning. In February, Kelvin Washington was arrested after he allegedly crashed into another vehicle causing injuries to the two occupants. The…
Two Arrested for Breaking into Pelion Church
PELION, S.C. (WOLO) - Lexington County Sheriff's detectives make a break in a case from last month, arresting two for breaking into a Pelion Church. Officials said Austin Miller, 21, and Timothy Russell, 25, broke a widow at Florence Baptist Church, then…
Unattended Stove-top Sparks Fire
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Columbia Fire said an unattended stove-top is to blame for a fire that destroyed a house on Summit Avenue off Monticello Road around 11:30 a.m. Sunday. Officials said two residents fell asleep, leaving their cooking unattended. They awoke…
Man Found Shot to Death in Car on Harden Street
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Columbia Police are calling a death "suspicious," after finding a man shot to death in a car on Harden Street early Sunday morning. The Richland County Coroner identified the victim as Levi Happy, 22, of Prosperity. The…
VIDEO: Green, Gold and Luck Take Over Five Points
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -More than 40,000 people flocked to Five Points for its annual St. Pat's celebration Saturday. Here's some of what ABC Columbia captured during the festival's famous parade.
Two People Arrested with $50,000 Worth of Marijuana in Sumter
SUMTER, S.C. (WOLO)- Sumter Police say an undercover investigation led them to 10 kilos of marijuana and thousands of dollars in cash. Officials say 34-year-old David Dennis and 24-year-old Asia Taylor were arrested late Friday in Sumter. They're each charged with trafficking…
Suspect Captured After Extensive Search in Northeast Richland Co.
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - Richland County Sheriff's deputies say they took Christopher Doctor into custody Saturday afternoon, after an extensive search all morning in the northeast part of the county. Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott announced the arrest of 43-year-old…
Fatal Fire in Lexington County
COLUMBIA, SC ( WOLO ) - -According to officials, One person is dead and one dog died in a fire Saturday on Jupiter Rd, off Platt Springs road in Springdale. Officials say two other occupants in the home are being…
St. Pats in Five Points: Park and Ride
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- They're going green in Five Points. The annual St. Patrick's day Festival is Saturday with thousands expected to attend the celebrations. Festival organizers are expecting a large crowd and they've released parking information to help festival goers…
Weekend Guide: St. Pat's in Five Points
[gtxvideo vid='7XVPaGDU' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/7XVPaGDU.jpg' vtitle='st pats'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — Let's hope the luck of the Irish will help hold off the rain expected this weekend for one of the largest parties in the South. The annual St. Pat's in Five…
Congressmen Kick-Off SC Civil Rights Tour
Columbia , S.C. (WOLO) -- United States Representatives Jim Clyburn and John Lewis kicked off the Faith and Politic's Institute's 2016 Congressional Civil Rights Pilgrimage to South Carolina on Friday morning. "It's what the struggles been all about, the behavior…
Police: Subcontrator Charged with Stealing $11K Rolex from Dead Man
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- A subcontractor with the Richland County Coroner's Office was charged with grand larceny after stealing from the deceased. Authorities say 42-year-old Mitchell Melton manipulated the lock on the body bag to steal $11,000 Rolex watch off the wrist…
Police: Man Fired Multiple Shots, Striking Residence
RICHLAND, S.C. (WOLO) -- A man is wanted by Richland County Sheriff's deputies after allegedly firing multiple shots striking the victim’s residence and vehicle. Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott said 19-year-old Donnie Dimele. Jr. is wanted for…
Watch: Adopt "Squiggy" Pawmetto Lifeline
Columbia,S.C., (WOLO) -- If you're searching for a furry four legged friend, meet Squiggy". The three month old terrier mix is looking for a forever home. Could it be yours? Officials with Pawmetto Lifeline say she is in great health,…
Watch: Taste of Lake Murray
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Get ready for a feast for your tastebuds. The Lake Murray Country Visitors Center is set to host the annual "Taste of Lake Murray" event March 24, 2016. The event, which features food samples from area restaurants, is…
Watch: Your St. Patty's Day Schedule
Columbia,S.C. (WOLO) The smiling eyes of the Irish are not the only thing that will be in Five Points this weekend. Ten of Thousands of revelers plan to celebrate Saint Patrick's Day as well. It will be a sea of…
Watch: Civil Rights Pilgrimage in SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- A Civil Rights Pilgrimage in South Carolina kicks off Friday and runs through Sunday. Among the participants, U.S. Senator Tim Scott along with U.S. Representative Jim Clyburn, U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham and U.S. Representative John Lewis. Scott…
West Columbia Boil Water Advisory
WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- The City of West Columbia experienced a water line break affecting water customers in the following areas: 1600 Block of Fairlane Road 1800-1900 Block of Pinelake Drive All addresses on Watson Road Easton Estates Subdivision…
Watch: SC Schools Could Start Earlier
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Watch: Senate Continues Debate on Refugees Bill
Columbia , S.C. (WOLO) -- On Thursday, the South Carolina senate continued debate on a bill that would affect refugees placed in South Carolina through the federal government's resettlement program. The bill mandates all refugees placed in the Palmetto State…
Watch: Defense Attorney Discusses Arrests of USC Players
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- Two USC Basketball players were served arrest warrants Thursday morning for charges stemming from incidents involving BB gun damage to vehicles. Eric Cobb, 19 years old, has been charged with malicious injury to private property and…
Owner of Free Times found dead
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — Sad news to pass along. Free Times owner and publisher Charles Nutt of Elgin passed away in an Augusta, Georgia hotel room Wednesday. Richmond County Coroner Mark Bowen confirms Nutt took his own life. Eva Moore,…
