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Prisma Health: Omicron variant 'likely' in South Carolina

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - It is highly likely that the new COVID variant is in South Carolina, this is according to an infectious disease physician at Prisma Health. As of now there is…

Deputies: Lockdown Lifted at White Knoll HS after search for student

LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)-- A lockdown Monday afternoon at White Knoll High School has been lifted. According to the Lexington County Sheriff's Department, the lockdown was in place while a student was being sought. The student has been detained and the…

Local Living: Lights Before Christmas, plus Christmas Pop Up

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Here's your look at Local Living. What better way to get into the holiday spirit than with Santa. Christmas has made its way into downtown Columbia at Publico's Pop-up 'Santa Pub.' From…

DHEC: 440 new cases of COVID-19 and 4 new deaths reported Monday

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Monday DHEC reported 440 new cases of COVID-19 and 4 new deaths. DHEC says its normal to see lower case numbers over the holidays because fewer people get tested. State Health officials…

Safety Tips for online shopping

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--As many of you head online for Cyber Monday or holiday shopping, there are some warnings about scammers. Consumer experts have some tips to stay safe online. Storing credit card information on a…

DHEC: Rabid Raccoon in Lexington County exposes two dogs

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- According to the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, a rabid raccoon found near Silver Creek Drive and Platinum Drive in Lexington exposed two dogs. DHEC says no people are known to have been exposed…

Red Kettle campaign underway now

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The Salvation Army's familiar Red Kettles are up across town. You can find Red Kettles at over 60 locations across the Midlands. All of the money stays local and you can drop…

Tis the Season: Adopt a child from the Salvation Army Angel Tree

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--If you're headed to the mall for holiday shopping, you can stop by the Salvation Army's Angel Tree. The tree is located near the JC Penney court at Columbiana Centre Mall. The…

Christmas Trees and Poinsettias arrive at SC Governor's Mansion

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas at the South Carolina Governor's Mansion. Monday, Christmas Trees and Poinsettias arrived at the mansion ready to help First…

Fuel costs likely to drive up South Carolina electric bills

CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) - Electric bills are likely to increase next year for South Carolina customers served by Dominion Energy or two units of Duke Energy. The increases are likely to come after state regulators review how much the power…

Redistricting plans face busy week in South Carolina

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina's work to draw new districts after last year's U.S. Census should get closer to completion this week. On Monday, the state Senate committee handling redistricting will hold a public meeting about its proposed U.S.…

Clemson wins 7th straight over rival South Carolina 30-0

Will Shipley ran for 128 yards and a touchdown and Clemson’s defense smothered South Carolina for its seventh-straight win in the Palmetto State rivalry 30-0 on Saturday night.

Only one thing on mind of South Carolina’s Beamer: Beat Clemson

First-year South Carolina coach Shane Beamer has had the same message driven home nearly each day since taking the job last December: Beat Clemson.

Be an Angel: Salvation Army Trees in area malls, locations

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Tis the season to be an Angel. You have the chance to make the holidays special for a child in need this year. You can stop by the Salvation Army's Angel Tree located at the Columbiana Centre…

DHEC, City of Columbia hosting free vaccine clinics

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The City of Columbia is partnering with DHEC to get COVID-19 shots in arms. They are hosting several free clinics across the state and a few clinics on Wednesdays. According to a release, DHEC will distribute Pfizer and…

Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign underway

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- If you are headed to do some Holiday shopping, stop by one of the familiar Red Kettles and drop in some change. This week the Salvation Army…

Consumer News: Retail Sales up, Shoppers expected to spend this season

CNN- In consumer news, Is early shopping the new Black Friday? And are online sales taking people from the stores? Vanessa Yurkevich has the answers.

Local Living: After Turkey Day Trot and Seasonal Lights

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Local Living with ABC Columbia is brought to you by Allure Medical. You can burn some calories for a good cause after your Thanksgiving dinner. The Shandon Neighborhood Council is having their Turkey Trot and Burn 5K Friday…

Tis the season: Angel Trees up across the Midlands

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--If you want to be a secret Santa for a Midlands child this year, you can stop by the Salvation Army Angel Tree. Angel Trees are up at Columbiana Centre in…

BACK ON THE RISE: State health officials urge South Carolinians to exercise caution over Thanksgiving break as COVID cases increase

“I don’t want to hit the panic button but we are strongly encouraging South Carolinians to continue the safety protocols that helped us drive the numbers down from that high point back in September," Traxler said.