Newberry College breaks ground on new nursing facility
Once nursing students have a building of their own, Newberry College staff believes it will attract more people to the program.
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Hall of Horrors serves up February frights
As much preparation goes into the set, McClendon says the real scares come from the volunteers who run it.
UofSC history professor encourages people to celebrate President's Day
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - It's President's Day, a day that honors George Washington and Abraham Lincoln’s birthdays. University of South Carolina History Professor Woody Holton says today is not a day…
Richland County Coroner releases ID of man killed in shooting on Longcreek Drive
Richland County Coroner Naida Rutherford released the name of a man who was killed in a shooting on Longcreek Drive this weekend.
Empowerment for Peace Walk encourages Columbia community to choose peace over violence
A walk to 'Restore the Village' took place in North Columbia Sunday to remind the community to choose peace over violence.
Orangeburg DPS responds to mobile home fire in Whaley Street area
The Orangeburg Department of Public Safety says no one is hurt after a house fire Sunday.
One man dead after shooting at Columbia apartment complex
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - One man is dead after a shooting at an apartment complex in Columbia, according to the Richland County Sheriff’s Department. Investigators say on February 19, deputies received reports of a shooting at 1601 Longcreek Drive around…
ESPN's College GameDay travels to Columbia Sunday
ESPN’s College GameDay Covered by State Farm is set to travel to Columbia, S.C., on Sunday, Feb. 20, for an exclusive pregame show ahead of the top-15 matchup between No. 13 Tennessee and No. 1 South Carolina.
UPDATE: Man found dead at local assisted living facility, authorities to relocate other residents
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Officers with the Cayce Police Department say they were called to an adult assisted living facility for reports of an unresponsive man Friday morning. Once arriving at Twilite…
Richland Co. Administrator responds to questions over inmate death
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- A pair of civil rights attorneys in South Carolina say they have questions about an inmate's death at Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center. Attorneys Bakari Sellers and Audia…
Family, friends gather for former UofSC athlete, Miss U.S.A memorial
ABC --- It was an emotional night for family and friends of Chelsie Kryst. Her celebration of life taking place at elevation church in Blakney. her mother talked about all the ways she…
DHEC optimistic about COVID-19 trends but continues to encourage vaccination and testing
“This is one of the steps towards this becoming more of an endemic response to COVID-19," said Traxler.
Local Living: Lexington Chili CookOff this Sunday, tickets of sale for 2022 Spring Jam and more!
Local Living: Lexington Chili CookOff this Sunday, tickets of sale for 2022 Spring Jam and more!
Sumter PD: Two arrested after shots are exchanged outside an Atlantic Street business
The Sumter Police Department says two men have been arrested after shots were fired outside an Atlantic Street business Wednesday.
Woman sentenced to 25 years for attacking a 64-year-old with a hammer in Cayce
According to the Eleventh Circuit Solicitor's Office, a woman was sentenced to 25 years in prison for attacking a 64-year-old with a hammer in Cayce.
Riverbanks license plates soon to be available at SCDMV
Are you looking for a new license plate? You can be the first to 'drive away' with a special-edition Riverbanks Zoo license plate!
Columbia attorney competing in tonight's Jeopardy episode
Jeopardy fans in the Midlands are in for a treat tonight. Columbia attorney, Carter Lockwood, will compete on America's favorite quiz show this evening! Lockwood will take on Matt Takimoto and Bridget Kranz.
Univ. of South Carolina plans statues to honor desegregation
The University of South Carolina plans three statues to commemorate the black students who permanently desegregated the school in 1963.
KCSO investigating shooting incident in Cassatt that injured two
The Kershaw County Sheriff's Office says it is investigating a shooting incident that took place in Cassatt Thursday night.
UPDATE: Man found dead at local assisted living facility, authorities to relocate other residents
This morning, officers with the Cayce Police Department say they were called to an adult assisted living facility for reports of an unresponsive man. Officers say they are concerned with the living conditions they observed and are working with authorities to relocate the remaining residents to other safe facilities.
Congressman Joe Wilson to hold rally for Ukraine at the Statehouse
At the Statehouse this afternoon, officials say Wilson will speak on the importance of solidarity for the people of Ukraine.
UPDATE: Missing woman from Orangeburg found safe
UPDATE: The Orangeburg Department of Public Safety says Myrna Longshore has been found, and she is safe.
Lawyers will represent family of S.C. inmate who died in custody
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- A pair of civil rights attorneys in South Carolina say they have questions about an inmate's death at Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center. Attorneys Bakari Sellers and Audia…
Cooke leads No. 1 South Carolina in romp over Auburn
Aliyah Boston had 10 points and 12 rebounds for her 18th straight double-double, Zia Cooke scored 20 points and No. 1 South Carolina won its 12th straight with a 75-37 victory over Auburn on Thursday night.
After fire Thursday night, Hammond School working on learning plan for pre-k through 4th grade students
Today, students in pre-k through 4th grade did not have class at Hammond School, after a fire last night. The head of Hammond School says they hope to have a plan for students to learn tomorrow.
