Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. searching for armed robbery suspect
The incident occurred on September 9 at Lowe’s 7441 Two Notch Road location.
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DHEC: Raccoon found in Elgin tests positive for rabies
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) confirmed today that a raccoon found in Elgin tested positive for rabies.
Shane Beamer focused on field, not on Georgia’s No. 1 rank
South Carolina coach Shane Beamer was adamant about his team’s approach — and enormous challenge — during Georgia week.
Deputies seek answers in three year old murder case
Newberry Co., S.C. (WOLO)--Newberry County deputies are searching for answers in a three year old murder investigation. Authorities say on September 17, 2019, Sharonda Sims was found shot and killed in…
Keep the Midlands Beautiful Lakeside Litter Cleanup at Lake Murray
Lake Murray Cleanup scheduled for September 17
FBI launches mentor program, teams up with local HBCU's
The FBI Columbia field office is teaming up with six local HBCU's to launch its first ever mentoring program. Mentors will provide professional guidance to their selected students by meeting with them at least once a month for the rest of the fall semester. Mentees are expected to initiate discussions with their mentor, seek feedback for areas of development, set goals, and ask for guidance regarding professional growth.
OPA! Greek festival returns to downtown Columbia
Food and other vendors as well as entertainment and more greet you when you come to the celebration.
RCSD plans to destroy homeless camp near Forest Acres
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) -- A large homeless camp identified by the Richland County Sheriff’s Department will soon be no more. Friday, the department will oversee cleanup of a private property where it believes…
Lexington Co. woman accused of stabbing neighbor.
Lexington Co., S.C. (WOLO_-- Deputies with the Lexington Co. Sheriff's Department say Brenda Jeffcoat stabbed her neighbor twice in the back Monday night. According to investigators, the victim was at Jeffcoat's home visiting her husband,…
SCAG Alan Wilson: Lexington Man arrested on four charges of sexual exploitation of a minor
The South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of Timothy Sielicki, 30, from Lexington, S.C., for the sexual exploitation of a minor.
Sheriff: Police shooting justified as car used as weapon
A police officer in South Carolina shot and killed a man who slammed his stolen car into the officer's door as he got out to try to arrest him after a nearly 30-minute chase, a sheriff said.
Law enforcement agencies in the Midlands honor Hispanic Heritage Month
Law enforcement agencies in the Midlands gathered to honor Hispanic Heritage Month and introduced a new tool that helps break down language barriers in order to build relationships between officers and hispanic communities.
Local Living: State Fair time and pet adoption special
A look at local events from around the Midlands
CPD: Investigators charge woman for stealing Forest Drive car wash equipment
The Columbia Police Department’s Property Crimes investigators arrested Kristen Robinson, 23, on 2nd degree burglary and grand larceny charges
Clemson DT Bresee’s 15-year-old sister dies of brain cancer
The sister of Clemson defensive tackle Bryan Bresee has died of cancer.
DNR restricts certain deer imports from North Carolina
The South Carolina Department of National Resources (DNR) has placed new restrictions on importing deer from North Carolina to the Palmetto state.
JT's Auto Group donates delivery trucks to The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army of the Midlands held a ribbon cutting ceremony at their Millwood Avenue location to unveil new delivery trucks. "Without those who donate, these trucks are useless. So the credit goes to them," says the CEO of JT's Automotive Group, JT Gandolfo.
Rural Midlands school districts receive multimillion dollar checks for facility upgrades
Principal Allen Kirby says the Walker-Gamble Elementary building has roof leaks, plumbing problems and not the best Internet.
USC ranks no.1 for veterans and military service members
The University of South Carolina has been ranked number one in the country for veterans and military service members.
Electric vehicle charger manufacturer to open in West Columbia
One of the world's largest electric vehicle manufacturers will open a facility in the midlands.
RCSD: Two more teens arrested in football game fight
Deputies from Richland County Sheriff’s Department have arrested two more students in connection with last Friday’s Spring Valley- Ridge View football game.
Richland Library Main offering free virtual health care clinics in September
Richland Library Main is providing free Virtual Health Care Clinics every Thursday in September from 9 am to 4:30 pm
Travel costs expected to skyrocket this holiday season
Flight prices for Thanksgiving and Christmas are on track to be the most expensive in five years.
Europastry opening expected to create 155 jobs in Laurens County
Baked goods company Europastry is planning to open a facility in Hunter Industrial Park in Laurens County.
Richland School District Two updates security procedures after last week's fight at football game
Richland Two has updated their security procedures for athletic events after a fight broke out at a Spring Valley High School football game last week.
