Local Living: Fourth of July celebrations this weekend, Lexington County deputies hosting a blood drive and more!
Local Living: Fourth of July celebrations this weekend, Lexington County deputies hosting a blood drive and more!
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Get vaccinated at Soda City Market for a chance to win free plane tickets
You have a chance to get your vaccine while doing a little shopping downtown tomorrow. The City of Columbia says vaccines will be available at Soda City Market on Main Street. Anyone who gets vaccinated at Soda City tomorrow will be entered to win two free round trip tickets from American Airlines.
RCSD: 18-year-old man charged with shooting death of another man at a party last month
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says an 18-year-old was arrested for a fatal shooting during a party on June 6.
Authorities: Guard hid pills in Rice Krispies treats
A guard was fired and arrested after trying to smuggle prescription stimulant pills into a South Carolina women’s prison by hiding them in Rice Krispies treats, authorities said. Authorities say they guard was caught as she tried to take the treats into the Camille Graham Correctional Institution on Thursday.
CPD: Teen arrested in connection with the desecration of Knowlege Sims' grave
The Columbia Police Department says a 19-year-old was arrested in connection with the desecration of Knowledge Sims' grave. Police say Sims was fatally shot at his home on Tarragon Drive in April 2020. There have been no arrests made in connection with the 7-year-old's death.
Columbia Animal Services reminds you to be mindful of your pets during fireworks displays
As you get ready to light up some fireworks this weekend, remember your pets! Columbia Animal Services says loud noise from fireworks can spook your four-legged friends.
One dead, three injured in collision on U.S. 301 in Orangeburg
Highway Patrol says one person is dead and three are injured after a two vehicle collision on U.S. 301 on Thursday.
Clyburn to push Medicaid expansion in series of town halls
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - The third-ranking Democrat in the U.S. House is embarking on a listening tour to talk up the Biden administration's federal aid package and push for Medicaid expansion in states that have not taken that step. U.S.…
Local Living: Saluda Shoals Park hosting the SC Philharmonic Brasss Quintet Friday, where to find fireworks this weekend and more!
Local Living: Saluda Shoals Park hosting the SC Philharmonic Brasss Quintet Friday, where to find fireworks this weekend and more!
UofSC nursing students and staff play important role in the fight against COVID-19
ABC Columbia’s Lindsey Goodwin spoke with members of the University of South Carolina College of Nursing, as they look back at their efforts to fight the COVID-19 pandemic in the Palmetto State.
Limited supply making things more difficult for firework supplier in the Midlands
The Fourth of July means booming business for local fireworks shops and parking lot stands. Vive Church has been selling fireworks from their green colored stands for nearly a decade. They say it has been difficult to get the same inventory they have had in years past, due to limited supplies.
South Carolina NCAA athletes can profit off names, images
South Carolina will allow college athletes at NCAA schools to profit immediately from their names, images and likenesses instead of waiting until 2022.
RCSD: Three teen brothers arrested in connection with shooting investigation on North Brickyard Road
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says three teen brothers and one woman have been charged in connection with a shooting investigation at an apartment complex on North Brickyard Road earlier this month.
LCSD: Three accused of cutting nearly $13,000 worth of copper wires off a train car at an industrial site
The Lexington County Sheriff's Department says three individuals were arrested Wednesday when they attempted to steal nearly $13,000 worth of copper cables from a train car parked at the old Gaston Copper facility.
Sheriff: Deputy kills man after surrender pleas ignored
A man shot and killed by a deputy at his South Carolina home told the sheriff he would not surrender peacefully after he fired several shots at a family member earlier in the day.
Flying out of CAE this weekend? Check out these tips for a smoother experience
Experts predict a busy weekend ahead for holiday travel, and the Columbia Metropolitan Airport wants to share some tips to help you prepare if you're taking flight.
Fatal motorcycle collision on Leesburg Road and Fairmont Drive
Columbia police are investigating a fatal motorcycle collision involving a male on Leesburg Rd and Fairmont Dr. on Wednesday.
Celebrate 4th of July during 'Fireworks with the Phil' at Segra Park
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- The skies above Segra Park will light up for the Fourth of July weekend. On Saturday July 3rd, you can celebrate Independence Day at the baseball park with…
Man wanted for questioning in case of body found in freezer of "haunted house"
ORANGEBURG, SC (WOLO) - Deputies are looking for a person to question about the case of a body found in a freezer of a home in Orangeburg County in January. Kendall Tyron Dickson, 22 is wanted…
Lexington Co. Coroner: 10-year-old girl dies after mobile home fire on Golden Leaf Lane Tuesday
Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher says a 10-year-old girl died after a fire in a mobile home Tuesday.
Local Living: Tips for a healthy and fun Fourth of July celebration this weekend!
Local Living: Tips for a healthy and fun Fourth of July celebration this weekend!
Lexington County deputies make 20 arrests in operation last weekend
The Lexington County Sheriff's Department says 20 individuals were arrested during an operation the department carried out last weekend.
SC Small Business Chamber of Commerce calling on U.S. senators to help get local businesses back on track
Today, the South Carolina Small Business Chamber of Commerce urged South Carolina's U.S. senators to support bi-partisan legislation that gets people back to work.
SLED: Armed suspect shot and killed as deputies attempt to serve arrest warrant in Calhoun County
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division says they are investigating an officer involved shooting that occurred Wednesday in Calhoun County.
Kershaw County Coroner IDs woman who died in single vehicle accident Tuesday
Kershaw County Coroner David West released the name of a woman who died in a car accident Tuesday afternoon.
