Midlands Non-Profit raising money for family of fallen officer
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--You have a chance to help the family of a South Carolina police officer killed in the line of duty. Serve and Connect, a local non profit which works…
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Midlands pediatrician and parents react to news of Pfizer trials in children under age 12
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) -- Monday brought big news from Pfizer. The drug company announced that Phases 2 and 3 of trials of its COVID-19 vaccine in kids ages 5 to…
Local Living: Richland Two hosting career fair for bus drivers, Coffee with a Cop in Lexington and more!
Local Living: Richland Two hosting career fair for bus drivers, Coffee with a Cop in Lexington and more!
10-month-old saved from choking inside Irmo restaurant
A simple device many people have never heard of saved an unconscious 10-month-old who had choked on a piece of pancake.
Survey finds the majority of Lexington One parents and staff think the school board should consider temporary mask requirements
Officials with Lexington School District One say a majority of parents/guardians surveyed agree that the Board of Trustees should consider temporary mask requirements during times of high community COVID-19 spread.
SCDPS holding child car seat checks and safety talks for National Child Passenger Safety Week
During National Child Passenger Safety Week, officials is holding safety talks and car seat checks at the SCDMV on Wilson Boulevard.
Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office looking for individuals connected to double murder on Coleman Avenue
Orangeburg County deputies are searching for multiple individuals connected to a double murder last week.
Sumter County coroner identifies pedestrian killed in collision involving a deputy
The Sumter County Coroner's Office has identified the pedestrian killed in a collision involving a deputy last week.
LCSD: One charged, one still wanted for weekend shooting off Platt Springs Road
Lexington County deputies say one man is charged and another is still wanted for a weekend shooting off Platt Springs Road.
Columbia bans open carry of guns at festivals and parades
South Carolina’s capital city will not allow people to carry guns in the open during protests, festivals or other events that need a city permit.
Midlands Strong Series: Local Furniture shop shines through pandemic darkness
CHAPIN, SC (WOLO) - For more than 18 months we have all endured unprecedented hardships; some of us more than others whether its just working from home or losing a job. There are…
DHEC hosting free vaccine clinics across SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--State Health officials are urging anyone who is eligible and has not gotten vaccinated, to get the COVID-19 shot. DHEC says the COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective and they reduce your risk of getting severely ill from…
Daniels, UGa defense lead No. 2 Dawgs past S Carolina 40-13
So much for any debate about Georgia’s starting quarterback.
No. 6 Clemson uses goal-line stand to hold off Georgia Tech
Will Shipley ran for two touchdowns and No. 6 Clemson had a goal-line stand in the final seconds in wild 14-8 victory over Georgia Tech on Saturday night.
No. 16 Coastal Carolina holds on to beat Buffalo 28-25
Grayson McCall threw for three touchdowns, Shermari Jones ran for 149 yards and another score, and No. 16 Coastal Carolina held on to beat Buffalo 28-25 on Saturday for its first road win of the season.
Muschamp faces old team when No. 2 Georgia hosts Gamecocks
The last time Georgia faced South Carolina, Will Muschamp had just been fired as the Gamecocks’ coach.
No. 2 Georgia hopes to avoid another huge upset vs South Carolina
South Carolina (2-0) at No. 2 Georgia (2-0), Saturday at 7 p.m. EDT (ESPN).
Masks required at Williams Brice Stadium
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The University of South Carolina is requiring masks at home football games, according to an email sent out by the school. The news follows a citywide mask mandate, enacted by the City of Columbia on Sept. 8,…
No. 6 Clemson opens ACC play against Georgia Tech
Georgia Tech (1-1) at No. 6 Clemson (1-1), Saturday at 3:30 p.m. EDT (ABC).
Fairfield Co. Sheriff's Office members fighting cancer
Fairfield Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- The Fairfield Co. Sheriff's Office is asking for help as three of its members battle cancer. A Go Fund Me has been set up for victims Sheryl Ashford who is battling myeloma, the front office secretary…
South Carolinians opposed to vaccine and mask mandates rally at State Capitol
Currently, just over 50 percent of South Carolina residents are fully vaccinated with 59 percent having received at least one dose of vaccine.
SCSO: Deputy involved in vehicle collision that killed a pedestrian
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says a deputy was involved in a vehicle collision that left a pedestrian dead.
Harvest Hope launches "Pantries of Hope" program
Some Midlands residents were able to get some much needed food on their tables today. Harvest Hope Food Bank made the donation as part of its new “Pantries of Hope” program.
USASC: Columbia man sentenced after pleading guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm
Acting United States Attorney for the District of South Carolina M. Rhett DeHart says a Columbia man was sentenced to 18 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm.
Richland School District Two hosting Career Fair for Bus Drivers
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Grab the resumes. Richland School District Two is hosting a Career Fair for School Bus Drivers. Organizers say the career fair will include information about salary, bonus and incentive packages. If you are interested, the Career Fair…
