Midlands mask mandates return due to COVID surge
The cities hope to work with customers and businesses, but refusing to comply could come with a $25 to $100 fine.
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Local Living: RCSD participates in 'Cops and Lobsters,' The Isley Brothers coming to Township Auditorium and more!
Local Living: RCSD participates in 'Cops and Lobsters,' The Isley Brothers coming to Township Auditorium and more!
State Museum offering free admission for first responders, military this weekend
The South Carolina State Museum is marking September 11th with a special weekend offer. First responders, active military and veterans will be admitted for free Saturday and Sunday.
RCSD Deputy Chief to be named Chief of Police in the City of Cayce
According to the Richland County Sheriff's Department, Deputy Chief Chris Cowan has been selected as the next Police Chief in the City of Cayce.
Pickup truck fatally hits pedestrian on Oakland Avenue
Troopers say a pedestrian was fatally hit by a truck on Oakland Avenue in Richland.
South Carolina health officials continue to urge individuals to choose to get vaccinated
Dr. Traxler says the state has seen a slight uptick in vaccination rates compared to the summer months, but says more progress needs to be made.
Lexington schools face unprecedented number of COVID cases in first weeks of fall semester
In just the first week of school, Lexington One School District saw more than 300 COVID cases. This number is more than in any week in the previous school year.
Local Living: Fall Feast , plus SC State Fair
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Get ready for a Fall Fest. On Thursday, September 16th more than 20 local restaurants and chefs are serving up some of their delicious favorites in Sumter at Swan Lake Iris Gardens.…
City of Columbia issues Emergency Mask Ordinance
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The City of Columbia has passed an emergency mask ordinance. The City Council held an emergency meeting Wednesday on the measure. According to the City, the ordinance, which goes into effect…
City of West Columbia passes mask mandate
WEST COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The West Columbia City Council approved an emergency mask mandate Wednesday. The Council convened Wednesday afternoon to approve the mandate, which requires masks in all buildings open to the general public. Violators could face fines of up…
DHEC reports 2,997 new Coronavirus cases and 25 new deaths
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Wednesday, DHEC reported 2,997 new cases of COVID-19 and 25 new deaths. Health officials say that brings the state's total number of cases in South Carolina to 776,342. The total number…
Benjamin endorses Johnson for Mayor
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Mayor Steve Benjamin says he is endorsing his former assistant as his replacement. Wednesday morning Mayor Benjamin announced his support for Mayoral Candidate Sam Johnson. Benjamin says he…
Prices at the Pump are down in the Midlands
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Prices at the pump are down in the Midlands. According to GasBuddy, prices have dropped 3.2 cents per gallon over the last week. Drivers in Columbia are paying an average of…
Cayce issues emergency mask mandate
Cayce, S.C. (WOLO)--The City of Cayce has issued an emergency mask mandate. At Tuesday evening's city council meeting council members unanimously adopted an emergency face covering ordinance. Officials say the mandate was put in place after Lexington Medical Center sent…
Columbia's mayor expresses concern after South Carolina Supreme Court ruling
“We can do better," said Mayor Steve Benjamin. "We must do better. We have to work together.”
DHEC: 3,757 new COVID-19 cases and 28 new deaths
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Tuesday, DHEC reported 3,757 new cases of COVID-19 and 28 new deaths. According to the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control there were 3,453 confirmed cases and 304 probable…
Richland County Coroner identifies teen shot over the weekend
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The Richland County Coroner has identified a teenager that was shot and killed in Columbia over the weekend. Family, friends and a school district are mourning the loss. The Richland County…
Local Living: Safaris, Parking and Baseball
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Here's your look at Local Living. Eudora Farms is holding a twilight ride through the safari next weekend. On Saturday September 18 you can take a sunset drive through the Safari…
South Carolina National Guard and State Guard commemorate 20th Anniversary of 9/11
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The South Carolina National Guard and the State Guard are marking the 20th anniversary of September 11th. Tuesday, Guard Members from the South Carolina National Guard and the State Guard, gathered…
Clarendon School District Two students go virtual
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Students in Clarendon School District Two will be virtual starting Tuesday, September 7. According to the District, students will be virtual September 7-10. In a letter to parents, the Superintendent said…
ONE-ON-ONE: Richland One superintendent discusses learning progress after concerning state report cards
Despite results that are lower than previous years in English and math, there were areas of improvement shown by Richland One School District.
Local Living: Food Truck fest, plus concerts in Columbia
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Here's your look at Local Living. The Isley Brothers are going to be performing at the at the township auditorium this week as part of the 'Soul Experience.' The Soul Experience…
Annual Chapin Labor Day Festival and Parade
CHAPIN, SC (WOLO)-- An annual Labor Day tradition brought out hundreds of people today in Chapin. The Labor Day parade and Festival had concerts, food, and much more. Parade goers we caught up…
Fort Jackson to host wreath laying ceremony to commemorate 20th anniversary of 9/11
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Fort Jackson will have a wreath laying ceremony to honor the victims and heroes of 9/11 this Friday, September 10. The ceremony will start at 5 p-m at Fort Jackson at…
SC Troopers out on the roads for the Labor Day Holiday
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--If you are hitting the road on this holiday, you will not be alone. The South Carolina Highway Patrol is out in full force for its annual Sober or Slammer campaign.…
