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School threats from TikTok challenge continues in Midlands
Richland Co., SC (WOLO) --The trend of threats against schools on social media continued today in the midlands. Richland School District Two officials say Spring Valley and Richland Northeast were placed on secure…
Fort Jackson identifies soldier found dead in barracks
Fort Jackson identifies female soldier found dead inside her barracks October 7, 2022
Mega Millions jackpot hits $445 million dollars
Columbia, SC (WOLO) - Grab your tickets and pray lady luck is on your side tonight because we now have the winning numbers for Mega Millions drawing. The jackpot Tuesday is a whopping $445 million dollars. Are you ready because…
Biden administration invests $80 million in public school nutrition
Biden - Harris Administration invests millions in schools during 'National School Lunch Week'
SC Pride president on National Coming Out Day, upcoming Pride Festival
Today is National Coming Out Day -- a day to honor the LGBTQ+ community. The designation started in 1988 as a way to encourage people to live as their true selves and come out to family, friends, and coworkers.
Harvest Hope Food Bank seeing increase in families who are in need
This time of the year is a vulnerable time for families who are in need of food, according to Harvest Hope Food Bank.
INTERSTATE IMPROVEMENT: Governor, lawmakers and other officials celebrate new widening of I-26 project
“This route is literally the central nervous system of the state of South Carolina for tourism, commerce and commuters," said Rick Todd, South Carolina Trucking Association president.
SC Trucking Association: Free cookouts for truck drivers tomorrow
South Carolina’s Trucking Association staff and crew volunteers are providing free cookouts Oct.12 for truck drivers at two weight stations from 10 am- 3 pm.
Sheriff: Man who killed 5 was high, hadn't slept for 4 days
A man using drugs who hadn't slept in days shot and killed five people in a South Carolina home where people gathered to get high, a sheriff said Tuesday.
Columbia Fireflies & CPI Security help renovate Greenview Park for youth
Greenview Park’s softball and t-ball fields are undergoing a makeover Wednesday, Oct. 12 from 11 am-3 pm with help from the Columbia Fireflies and CPI Security.
SC Commission on Higher Education to expend $5 million towards nurse’s salaries
The South Carolina Commission on Higher Education (CHE) announced plans to expend $5 million towards nursing faculty’s salaries.
AGP Group investing $3.3 million towards new Lexington establishment
Automotive glazing manufacturer AGP Group announced it’s investing $3.3 million towards the establishment of a new division in Lexington County.
Prisma Health opens new same-day orthopedic practice in Lexington
Prisma Health announced the establishment of Lexington’s new orthopedic urgent care practice at 104 Saludea Pointe Drive.
Lower Richland High school student charged with false active shooter call
Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott announced the arrest of a 16 year-old Lower Richland High school student following a false call made yesterday claiming of an active shooter at the school.
Richland County deputies hit home run with Screaming Eagles special needs team
Richland County deputies hit a home run on Monday playing with the Screaming Eagles special needs team at Chapin High School.
Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. aware of social media threats against Richland County Schools
Richland County Sheriff’s Department says they are aware of the alleged social media threats made mentioning Columbia and Richland County Schools.
UPDATE: Overnight shooting at Prescott Road under investigation
Richland County deputies are investigating an overnight shooting at the 1000 block of Prescott Road Tuesday.
Officers searching for 81 year-old missing male who suffers from Alzheimers
The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office is searching for Joe Nathan Glover, 81, who was reported missing from his Spann Circle home on Oct. 6
Columbia Police at CA Johnson High School after social media threats
Columbia Police officers say they are on scene safeguarding CA Johnson High School following a social media post threatening gun violence today.
Fort Jackson releases identity of deceased soldier
Ft. Jackson, S.C. (WOLO)-- Officials at Fort Jackson have identified a soldier who died on the base on October 7th. A spokesperson says Pvt. Danielle Shields from Decatur, GA was found unresponsive in her barracks. “This is a very hard…
KCSD: Assault charge upgraded to murder
Kershaw County Sheriff’s Department says Michael Todd Gray, 51, was charged with murder after an Oct. 3 incident where he assaulted a victim who later succumbed to head injuries.
DHEC accepting grant applications for reducing diesel emissions
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is accepting grant applications from private businesses, colleges and universities, non-profit organizations, and government entities to fund projects aimed at reducing diesel emissions.
Pet of the Week: Clementine!
Meet Clementine! This 7-month-old tuxedo and tripod kitty is up for adoption at Columbia Animal Services.
Screaming Eagles strive for even playing field for those with special needs
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is participated in a softball game for the community Monday evening.
