Tips for college students in the Midlands preparing for exams
College students in the Midlands are preparing to take final exams and some may be relying on coffee and energy drinks as they study.
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Benedict College receives reaffirmation of accreditation
Congratulations are in order for Benedict College.
Local Living: Holiday happenings in the Midlands
A look at some holiday events across the Midlands
Columbia begins new $36 million housing development
This afternoon, Columbia housing broke ground on the Haven at Palmer Pointe.
Global Sales and Warehousing expands in Orangeburg
Golf bag manufacturer Global Sales and Warehousing announced their expansion in Orangeburg County.
RCSD, Knights of Columbus presenting clothing donation to local shelters
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is presenting a clothing donation to women and children local shelter representatives on Dec. 7.
Lexington teacher arrested after gun found in car
Authorities says 54 year-old Susan Horton of Lexington was arrested after officers found a handgun in her car at River Bluff High School.
Pickens Councilman suspended after criminal sexual conduct with minor indictment
Governor McMaster suspended Pickens City Councilman Donald McKinney after a grand jury indicted McKinney with Criminal Sexual Conduct with a Minor, Second Degree.
DHEC urges residents to get flu shots during National Influenza Vaccination Week
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is asking residents to get their annual flu shot if they haven't done so already in recognition of National Influenza Vaccination Week Dec. 5-9.
Prayer service, open house all part of McMaster inauguration
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster plans a prayer service, open house and an inaugural ball when he is sworn into office next month for a second full term.
City of Columbia offices announce holiday closures
The City of Columbia announced buildings and offices will be closed on Friday, Dec. 23 and Monday, Dec. 26 in observance of the Christmas holidays.
Toys for Tots event canceled today due to weather
The Town of Lexington's annual Marine Toys for Tots Foundation collection has been canceled for today due to the weather.
The Book of Mormon returns for limited showings in North Charleston
The Book of Mormon is back by popular demand and will play at the North Charleston Performing Arts Center for a limited time, May 5-7, 2023.
SC Attorney General: Man sentenced 25 years for sexually abusing children
The South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson says 25 year-old Edward Dustin McIntyre pleaded guilty to two counts of Criminal Sexual Conduct, First Degree.
Columbia VA Health Care System hosting hiring fair this Saturday
The Columbia Veterans Affairs health care system is hosting a hiring fair Saturday, Dec. 10 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Envision AESC expands to Florence County, creating 1,170 jobs
Electric vehicle battery technology company Envision AESC plans to expand operations in Florence County, a $810 investment that will create 1,170 jobs.
Sumter Police: missing 17 year-old safely located
The Sumter Police Department says they safely located previously missing 17 year-old Jermeisha Williams.
Orangeburg authorities charge two suspects in murder case
The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office announced two suspects have been charged with murder after a man was found dead in his yard.
Lexington investigators continue search for apartment complex shooting suspects
Investigators are still searching for suspects involved in a Oct. 9 shooting that happened at the Reserve at Mill Landing apartments in Lexington.
Pet of the Week: Bebe Rexha!
Meet Bebe Rexha! This one-year-old pug-pit mix is at Lexington County Animal Services ready to find her forever home!
Governor, First Lady host Christmas Open House
It's beginning to feel a lot like Christmas at the Governor's Mansion.
Local HBCU gets 90K grant to help recruit, train black male teachers
Orangeburg, SC (WOLO) -- South Carolina State University wants to get more black male teachers in the classroom, and thanks to a $90 thousand dollar grant donated to the university for their…
Lexington firefighters respond to house fire this morning
Lexington County Fire officials battled a blaze early this morning off garden gate way.
Fallen Heroes tree lighting ceremony held at State House
According to Major General Van McCarty, South Carolina's Adjutant General, the tree holds over 600 gold stars, with each star representing a lost service member.
RCSD: Two Richland Northeast High School students arrested for assaulting students, deputy
The Richland County Sheriff's Department announced two Richland Northeast High School students were arrested following a fight on campus Dec 5.
