Lexington Three lifting mask requirement in compliance with Department of Education
Lexington School District Three says it is lifting its mask requirement for students in school.
Local News
Former Lexington County kindergarten teacher sentenced for sexually abusing a student
According to the Eleventh Circuit Solicitor's Office, a former Lexington County kindergarten teacher was sentenced to 15 years for sexually abusing a student.
Sumter PD announces arrests of man suspected of multiple catalytic converter thefts
The Sumter Police Department says a man has been arrested in connection with multiple catalytic converter thefts.
Sumter man arrested in connection with February assault on Belk Street
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says they arrested a man accused of hitting a female victim in February on Belk Street.
One man fatally shot at Capri Apartments in Columbia
Officials with the Columbia Police Department say one man was fatally shot at the Capri Apartments on Tuesday night.
Governor McMaster's executive order allows parents to opt out of mask mandate
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- The Governor's Executive Order prohibits any local governments in the state from relying on prior orders or using a state of emergency as the basis for a local mask…
South Carolina schools mask mandate updates
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- Tuesday May 11, Governor Henry McMaster issued an executive order Executive Order 2021-23, allowing all schools in the state of South Carolina to opt out of the state guidelines for facial coverings within school buildings. Following…
Richland One: face covering policy to remain in place despite Gov's executive order
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Tuesday, Richland School District One announced it will still require students wear face coverings at its schools, despite Governor Henry McMaster's latest executive order which gave parents the power to…
Richland Two announces it will still require students wear face coverings
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Despite an executive order from the Governor Tuesday, Richland School District Two announced it will still require students wear face coverings at its schools. The executive order gave parents the power to opt their children out…
SCSO UPDATE: Missing teen in need of medication found safe
UPDATE: The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says Ja'Asia Chandler was found and is safe.
RCSD: Two individuals arrested for robbing pizza delivery drivers
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says two individuals have been arrested in connection with two robberies of pizza delivery drivers in January.
Sumter Co. Coroner identifies man who died after reportedly getting hit by a car while on his bike
Sumter County Coroner Robbie Baker released the identity of a man who died after a reported hit and run incident Tuesday morning.
Richland County Coroner identifies teen who died from an accident off Fairfield Road
Richland County Coroner Naida Rutherford released the name of an individual who died as a result of an accident off Fairfield Road on Friday
Panic at the pump: pipeline shutdown causes trouble in the Midlands
COLOMBIA (WOLO): Filling up at the pump Tuesday has been a struggle for many after a major energy pipeline in the U.S. shut down over the weekend due to a cyber attack. Employees at…
City of Columbia extends mask ordinance through June 5
In a statement released Tuesday, officials with the City of Columbia announced that they are extending the city's mask ordinance.
Convenience store pizza supplier opening distribution center in Clarendon County
A company that makes convenience store pizzas is opening a distribution center in Clarendon County. The Governor's Office says the $1 million investment by F.Hunt Enterprise will create 15 new jobs.
Nightime detours coming to I-20 West between mile markers 61 and 54 this week
According to the South Carolina Department of Transportation, the Westbound Local Lane of I-20 between mile markers 61 and 54 will be closed at night from May 11-14.
City of Columbia pools to open May 29
Get those bathing suits out of storage! The City of Columbia announced that pools will open Saturday, May 29.
Richland County Coroner identifies teens who died during shooting on Ulmer Road
Richland County Coroner Naida Rutherford has released the identity of two teens who were killed during a shooting that took place Monday night on Ulmer Road.
SCSO: Former detention center officer facing solicitation of prostitution, misconduct in office charges
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says a former detention center officer was arrested Tuesday and charged with solicitation of prostitution and misconduct in office.
UofSC President Bob Caslen offered to submit resignation over the weekend, but it was not accepted
A spokesperson for the University of South Carolina says President Bob Caslen offered to resign over the weekend, but it was not accepted.
The Blood Connection teaming up with Gaston PD for a blood drive Thursday
The Blood Connection is teaming up with the Gaston Police Department for a blood drive this Thursday.
CPD: Two men died after fatal shooting at Madison Station Apartments
Columbia Police Department says two men have died after a fatal shooting at the Madison Station Apartment complex.
Mask wearing now optional in Lexington Richland District Five
Lexington,SC (WOLO) --- Emotions rang high in and outside of the Lexington Richland meeting Monday night. Dozens of parents, teachers and students stood up for and against having to wear a mask…
UofSC President apologizes for commencement speech oversight
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- During graduation ceremonies over the past weekend, University of South Carolina President Bob Caslen spoke to students, staff and parents. Monday however, he started to get flack from some who noticed a few errors in his…
