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Orangeburg County deputies searching for medically endangered man

Orangeburg County deputies are searching for a medically endangered man, said deputies.

City of Columbia revises clear-bag policy for Finlay Park reopening

After some community backlash, the City of Columbia has updated its clear-bag policy for the new and improved Finlay Park.

Space heater safety tips

With the colder temperatures here, the Columbia Fire Department is reminding everybody that if you're using space heaters, make sure you give them some space.

Orangeburg County deputies arrest person in connection with deadly October shooting

Orangeburg County deputies have arrested a person in connection with a deadly shooting last month.

The Links Inc. meal giveaway

The Links Incorporated is hosting an event this Saturday to help those with delayed snap benefits.

SC's official Christmas tree arrives at Statehouse

Escorted down Gervais Street by police officers, and soon to be in hundreds of photos and videos, South Carolina's official Christmas tree has arrived.

Local Living: Benedict College's Harambee Festival

Local Living: Books-a-million boy & toy drive

Veterans Day events in the Midlands

Tuesday, November 11, is Veteran Day across the U.S. and right here in the Midlands places are holding celebrations.

SCDOT to conduct traffic shift for I-26/I-95 Interchange Project in Orangeburg

SCDOT will conduct a traffic shift and implement ramp closures as part of the I-26/I-95 Interchange Project in Orangeburg County beginning Monday night.

City of Columbia to hold 47th annual Veterans Day Parade

The City of Columbia is hosting its 47th annual Veterans Day Parade on Tuesday, November 11.

Doctors With Prisma Health Say It's Time For Your Flu Shot

'Give thanks, not illnesses;' SCDPH encourages vaccinations ahead of holiday season

The South Carolina Department of Public Health issued a reminder Monday to encourage residents to make sure they are up to date with vaccinations ahead of holiday gatherings during the fall and winter months.

Georgia fugitive sentenced in relation to trafficking drugs in Lexington County

The 11th Circuit Solicitor's Office has announced a 25 year sentence for a Georgia fugitive in relation to trafficking drugs in Lexington County.

SCDOT to temporarily close Ray Price Road bridge over Horse Creek in Lexington County

SCDOT will temporarily close the Ray Price Road bridge over Horse Creek in Lexington County for repairs.

States face uncertainty as Trump administration tries to reverse SNAP food payments

States administering a federal food aid program serving about 42 million Americans faced uncertainty Monday over whether they can — and should — provide full monthly benefits during an ongoing legal battle involving the U.S. government shutdown.

Columbia Politics: Candidate Sam Johnson on GMC

COLUMBIA SC (WOLO) - The general elections for the City of Columbia were held November 4th, however, two seats for City Coucil were forced to a run-off, as the fifty perfect threshold was…

Columbia Politics: Councilwoman Aditi Bussells on GMC

COLUMBIA SC (WOLO) - The general elections for the City of Columbia were held November 4th, however, two seats for City Coucil were forced to a run-off, as the fifty perfect threshold…

Senate is poised to take the first steps to end 40-day shutdown

The Senate is voting on the first steps to end the 40-day government shutdown Sunday after a group of moderate Democrats agreed to proceed without a guaranteed extension of health care subsidies, angering many in their caucus who wanted to continue the fight.