Benedict College cuts ribbon to new E-Sports club
Benedict College is hoping to land students in the E-Sports world, by investing into the industry on campus.
Local News
City of Columbia to spray after West Nile detected in dead bird
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO ) -- City of Columbia officials say a dead bird found within the city limits has tested positive for West Nile Virus. In response, the city will begin spraying for adult mosquitoes on 7/30/22 and will conclude…
Couples react to upcoming Senate vote on the Respect For Marriage Act
Gavin and Matthew Smith got married this past May. Cassie Premo Steele and Susanne Kappler have been married for seven years now. Both couples say the love they have for their spouse is immense. "Our marriage means the world to me," said Matthew Smith.
Gamecock football players trade helmets for books
Some Gamecock football players traded in their helmets and pads for books Friday
S.C. Attorney General office arrests 3 accused of sexual exploitation of minors
Three men have been arrested in unrelated cases the Internet Crimes Task Force says are connected to the sexual exploitation of minors.
ON THE ROAD: Midlands state park offers fun recreation on and off Lake Murray
The summer is a popular time for South Carolina’s 47 state parks, especially Dreher Island.
Department of Juvenile Justice graduation ceremony
Friday some D.J.J. teens made a big change as they graduated to the next step in their lives.
Local Living: Prime Time in the Parks and Guardians of the Night K9 5K
Local Living is brought to you by MUSC Health COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- In our look at Local Living, it's time for Prime Time in the Parks. The Columbia Parks & Recreation Department…
Richland County Coroner seeking help identifying body found near Broad River
RICHLAND, SC (WOLO)-- The Richland County Coroner’s Office is seeking the public’s help in identifying the remains of a white male found on July 27, 2022. According to the Coroner's office, the male is believed to be in his 60’s.…
Joe Cunningham set to announce Lt. Governor selection Monday
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Democratic Candidate for Governor Joe Cunningham is set to announce his pick for Lieutenant Governor. Cunningham's campaign says they are hosting a kickoff event to announce his selection for…
SC Sales Tax Holiday- what you need to know
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- Get ready to save on back to school shopping. The Sales Tax Weekend is August 5, 2022- August 7, 2022. According to the South Carolina Department of Revenue, items like school supplies, clothing…
Food Truck Fridays underway in Columbia
COLUMBIA SC (WOLO) Get ready to grab a bite to eat. The City of Columbia is hosting Food Truck Fridays, July 29. You can visit the food trucks from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. at 2300 Bull Street. According to…
Annual SC GOP Silver Elephant Gala set for Friday, House Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy Speaker
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The annual Silver Elephant Gala is set for Friday July 29. House Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy will serve as the guest speaker at the South Carolina Republican Party's annual Silver Elephant Gala. The 55th annual GOP gathering…
Chemical plant, DHEC release statements following spill
Weylchem U.S. Inc. the chemical plant in Kershaw county along with Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC), released a statement in reference to the hazmat situation
Teenage girl shot, killed while playing video games inside house
A South Carolina community is devastated after a 13-year-old girl was shot and killed while playing video games inside her own house.
Democratic candidate for state superintendent of education joins new party
Ellis has 21 years of experience in education, teaching in three school districts and four schools.
South Carolina jobless claims drop
Jobless claims in the palmetto state are coming back down again...after claims the week before skyrocketed
Fort Jackson celebrates the graduation of hundreds of the US Army's newest soldiers
"If you want to join a great team, join the United State Army."
Saluda Co. coroner releases I.D. of fire victim
The Saluda County Coroner has released the name of the resident who died during a house fire Tuesday.
Man accused of pointing gun at I-20 drivers, assaulting deputies
a 24-year-old man is facing charges after pointing a gun at drivers on the Interstate. He is also accused of assaulting deputies while resisting arrest
The Federal Reserve raised interest rates to help combat higher inflation rates and slow consumer spending
"I guess the first thing I would say to every household is that we know inflation is too high and we understand how painful it is. Particularly for people who are living paycheck to paycheck and spend most of that paycheck on necessities such as food and gas and heating their homes and clothing and things like that. We do understand that those people suffer the most," said Chair of the Federal Reserve, Jerome Powell.
Back to school vaccination requirements
The State Department of Health and Environmental Control is reminding parents to be sure vaccines are on their child's back to school list this year. Children enrolled in school and child care are required to be current on certain vaccinations at the start of each school year.
City of Columbia: West Nile virus detected in dead bird
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO ) -- City of Columbia officials say a dead bird found within the city limits has tested positive for West Nile Virus. In response, the city will begin spraying for adult mosquitoes on 7/30/22 and will conclude…
Local Living: Back to School
Here is a look at your Local Living Brought to you by MUSC Health
Lt. Governor Pamela Evette officially files for re-election
COLIMBIA SC ( WOLO)- South Carolina Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette has officially filed for re-election. Evette made it official in a Tweet released Thursday afternoon. 'It’s official,…
