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Columbia Fire battles blaze at abandoned apt. building

https://twitter.com/i/status/1453117467459522562 COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Columbia fire battled a blaze Tuesday afternoon at an abandoned apartment building. According to Fire officials, 1st Shift crews were on scene of the fire at an abandoned apartment building near Washington & Barnwell streets around 5:30pm.…

Cyber Talent Workshop featured at UofSC

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- State leaders met Tuesday to discuss the future of cyber education and intelligence. South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster was among those attending a cyber talent management workshop and discussion hosted by the…

Richland One School Board Special Election

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Voters are heading to the polls Tuesday for the Richland School District One special election. Voters are filling the empty at-large seat on the school board. The candidates include Hamilton Jacobs,…

DHEC: 564 new COVID-19 cases and 6 additional deaths

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Tuesday DHEC reported 564 new cases of COVID-19 and 6 new deaths. State Health officials reported a percent positive of 5.7%. DHEC is urging everyone to get a COVID-19 vaccine if they are eligible. DHEC is hosting free…

DHEC hosting free vaccine clinics across SC

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- South Carolina Health officials continue to urge anyone who is eligible to get the Coronavirus vaccine. There are free vaccine clinics across the state. On Monday, DHEC announced 684 new cases of COVID-19 and 3 new deaths.…

Columbia Fire responds to hotel fire

Columbia, SC (WOLO) - Columbia - Richland Fire crews responded to a fire just before 7 pm Monday evening after receiving reports that there was a fire at the Palmetto Hotel along…

Local Businesses dealing with supply chain issues

COLUMBIA, SCย  (WOLO)--Local businesses are experiencing product delays due to supply chain issues. ABC Columbia's Miya Payton spoke with those dealing with the disruption as the holiday season approaches. Products are arriving much later…

Gas Prices spike in Columbia

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--You will be digging deeper into your wallet for gas. Gas prices in Columbia are up nearly 7 cents a gallon. Drivers are paying an average of $3.09 in the Midlands, according…

City of Columbia Municipal Election precinct changes

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Tuesday, November 2 is election day in Columbia. Voting precincts for the City's Municipal election will be at MLK Park, Main Street United Methodist, Hyatt Park Elementary, The Harbison Community Center and St. Andrews Middle school. Residents…

SC resident indicted in connection with Capitol Riot

COLUMBIA, SC (AP) -- A South Carolina resident is indicted in the investigation into the January 6, 2021 riot at the U.S. Capitol. According to the US Attorney's Office,ย  George Tenney of Anderson is accused…

USGS: 2.2 magnitude Earthquake reported near Jenkinsville

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The United States Geological Survey reported a 2.2 magnitude Earthquake near Jenkinsville, S.C. at 12:41 p.m. Monday. According to the USGS, the depth of the quake was 3.8 If you experience an Earthquake, or felt the Earthquake in…

Walk to End Alzheimer's set for Segra Park

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- You can lace up your shoes for a good cause this weekend. The Walk to End Alzheimer's event takes place Saturday, October 30 at Segra park. Registration begins at 9am. Participants…

DHEC: 684 new cases of COVID-19 and 3 new deaths

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Monday DHEC reported 684 new cases of COVID-19 and 3 new deaths. The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control reported a percent positive of 4.6%. DHEC is hosting free vaccine…

October Adoption special at Columbia Animal Services

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- You still have time to bring home a furry friend. ย Columbia Animal Services says it is offering an October adoption special now through October 31, 2021. All dog and cat adoptions will be $20. All adoptions will…

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