City of Columbia partners with Prisma Health for free COVID-19 vaccine clinic
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- We've told you about the City of Columbia's effort to get more South Carolinians…
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Prisma Health: Delta Variant on the rise in SC, COVID-19 Vaccine sites available
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- This week, Doctors with Prisma Health discussed the increase of the Delta variant in our state, as well as what parents need to know as back to school time approaches.…
Richland County holds memorial to remember lives lost to coronavirus
Richland Co., SC (WOLO) -- Dozens of Richland County leaders and residents came together Thursday night to take a moment and remember those who've lost their lives to coronavirus since the start of…
Local Living: Riverbanks Zoo upgrading Aquarium-Reptile Complex, EdVenture honoring late Aiken dentist and more!
Local Living: Riverbanks Zoo upgrading Aquarium-Reptile Complex, EdVenture honoring late Aiken dentist and more!
Nephron Pharmaceuticals opening plant in West Columbia, expected to create 250 jobs
250 jobs are coming to Lexington County with the expansion of a global pharmaceutical company. Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation and Governor Henry McMaster announced a $100 million investment into the opening of Nephron Nitrile.
Lexington PD: Texas man accused of flag thefts in Wellesley neighborhood
Lexington PD: Texas man accused of flag thefts in Wellesley neighborhood.
RCSD: Woman charged with attempted murder following incident at a Columbia gas station
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says a woman is facing an attempted murder charge after she shot at someone in the parking lot of the gas station she works at.
SC State University to eliminate nearly $10 million in student debt
South Carolina State University Acting President Alexander Conyers announced the school will clear $9.8 million in student debt. Officials from the university say this will clear the account balances of over 2,500 continuing students.
Richland County leaders hosting memorial service honoring the lives lost to COVID-19
Richland County leaders are hosting a memorial service for the lives lost to COVID-19. The service is open to the public and begins at 6 p.m.
RCSD looking for man wanted in connection with a car theft at a dealership on Hannah Drive
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is asking the public for help identifying a man wanted in connection with a stolen vehicle at a car dealership.
Grab the resumes: Job Fair at Benedict College
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)_- Happening today, Benedict College will host a job fair. It will take place Thursday, July 15 from 9am to 1pm. It will include all types of positions with the school. The job fair will take place in…
Three people arrested, accused of trying to provide contraband to a prisoner
The South Carolina Department of Corrections says the three suspects were arrested near the Kershaw Correctional Institution.
Local Living: Journey tribute band coming to Icehouse Amphitheater, EdVenture's "Countdown to Kindergarten" next month and more!
Local Living: Journey tribute band coming to Icehouse Amphitheater, EdVenture's "Countdown to Kindergarten" next month and more!
DHEC reports 58% increase in state COVID-19 cases since Fourth of July weekend
Over a week after the Fourth of July holiday weekend, DHEC says they have seen a 58% increase in COVID-19 cases in the state.
Prisma Health offering vaccines to Richland Two students and parents
Prisma Health is offering a COVID-19 vaccine clinic to all Richland Two students and their parents.
Interim Healthcare of the Upstate expanding to the Midlands
Officials with Interim Healthcare of the Upstate announced that the group will soon expand into the Midlands.
Saluda County Sheriff's Office: Two charged with burglary after being found outside home
Deputies in Saluda County say two people are charged with burglary, after they were found outside a home in Ridge Spring.
Benedict College to host Job Fair Thursday
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Get out those resumes, Benedict College announced it will host a job fair this week. It will take place Thursday, July 15 from 9am to 1pm. It will include positions with the school, ranging from director of…
Richland County Council honors member who passed away last August
The Richland County Council gathered Tuesday and honored the late Chip Jackson. He served on the council until his death last year. Some of Jackson's family were in attendance, and they were presented an award on his behalf.
Orangeburg school district offers rising juniors paid apprenticeship
Orangeburg, SC (WOLO) -- The Orangeburg County School district wants to put students on its payroll working for the district after school. Five students who are about to be Juniors have the…
Congressman Jim Clyburn's 'Help is Here Town Hall Tour' in Columbia Wednesday
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Congressman James Clyburn will host a "Help is Here Town Hall Tour"Wednesday. Clyburn says he will use the tour to discuss child tax credit payments and affordable care. The town hall is Wednesday, July 14th at 6 pm…
SC Governor attends Accelerate SC meeting to discuss 'American Rescue Plan'
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster convened the Accelerate SC Committee Tuesday. Originally, the group was formed to manage the state's response to COVID-19. On Tuesday, the purpose was initial discussion of the more…
Local Living: Riverwalk Hiking Tour, plus State Fair Arts and Local Job Fair
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Local Living on ABC Columbia is brought to you by Allure Medical. Get out your running and hiking shoes -- we're heading to the Riverwalk. You are invited to join the…
RCSD: Man arrested after armed robbery at a gas station on Broad River Road, mother charged with obstruction
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says a man and his mother are in custody after an armed robbery lead to the man barricading himself in the McDonald's where they both worked.
Peak Drift Brewing Company coming to Columbia, will be one of the largest breweries in the state
What will be the largest brewery in the state is coming to Columbia. Officials announced Peak Drift Brewing Company is coming to North Main Street.
