Registration now open for youth basketball in Columbia this summer
If you're looking for some fun summer sports, registration for the Columbia's Youth Summer Basketball League has officially kicked off.
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Sumter woman with outstanding warrant arrested after deputies find drugs during a traffic stop
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office has arrested 38-year-old Danielle Yackeschi, who is accused of falsifying a police report and possession of drugs.
RCSD makes arrest for vandalism of Pentland home during protest
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says they arrested a man accused of vandalizing the home of Jonathan Pentland last month.
86th running of the Carolina Cup set for May 22
The 86th Carolina Cup is racing its way to Camden this month. The horse race starts May 22 at the Springdale Race Course on Knights Hill Road.
RCSD investigating April shooting on Mellowood Drive
Richland County deputies are investigating a shooting that took place last month on Mellowood Drive.
Richland County deputies investigating after security guard is shot at Hookah on the River over the weekend
Deputies with the Richland County Sheriff's Department are investigating after a security guard at Hookah on the River was shot over the weekend.
Democratic candidate for Governor Joe Cunningham in Columbia to hold campaign kickoff event
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Happening Tuesday, Democratic candidate for Governor Joe Cunningham will hold an evening campaign kickoff event in Columbia. Cunningham also announced he will be making an earlier stop Tuesday afternoon in Columbia The former U.S. Representative will meet…
SCSO: Man accused of holding victim inside a vehicle and assaulting her
Officials with the Sumter County Sheriff's office are searching for a man, accused of holding a female victim inside a vehicle against her will while he assaulted her.
The Humane Society and 479 other charities hope for warm hearts and the spirit of giving
COLUMBIA SC (WOLO)--Today marks the Midland's biggest gifting day of the year, a day appropriately named Midlands Gives! Midlands Gives began in 2014, and over the last eight years, has raised over…
Honoring Midlands teen found shot to death last week
Columbia, SC (WOLO) ---- It was an emotional day for family and friends who gathered for a celebration of life in memory of 15 year old Sanaa Amenhotep. Three people have been arrested in…
Democratic Candidate for Governor Joe Cunningham to hold campaign kick off event in Columbia
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Democratic candidate for Governor Joe Cunningham will hold a campaign kickoff event Tuesday in Columbia. The former U.S. Representative will meet with supporters at the River Rat Brewery at 6pm. Cunningham will face activist Gary Votour in…
Columbia Animal Services hosting 'Cinco de Mayo' Pet Adoption Special
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The Columbia Animal Services is hosting a special pet adoption this week. According to organizers with Columbia Animal Services, they are hosting adoption specials during the week of Cinco de…
Midlands Gives kicks off online giving challenge for local non-profits
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The time for you to give back to Midlands Non Profits is almost here. The annual ‘Midlands Gives’ kicks off Tuesday, May 4 with 18 hours of online giving. The online…
The Midlands sees severe weather, wind and hail
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Monday afternoon brought severe weather to the Midlands. Tornado watches and warnings were issued across numerous counties. Severe Thunderstorms brought, rain, wind and even hail into some parts of Newberry, Richland…
Gas Prices on the rise as we head into Summer Season
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- If you are filling up at the pump, gas prices are rising...again. Right now in the Midlands, drivers are paying an average of $2.54 a gallon, according to Gas Buddy. Prices…
Kershaw County School District cancels after school extracurricular activities for Monday
KERSHAW COUNTY, SC (WOLO)-- Monday afternoon the Kershaw County School District announced all after school extracurricular activities are canceled. According to the District, due to a Tornado Watch in effect until 7 p.m. , all Kershaw County School District after…
Tornado Watch issued for parts of Midlands of SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The National Weather service has issued a Tornado Watch for parts of South Carolina until 7pm Monday. According to the NWS , now is the time to ensure you have multiple ways of receiving warnings as ingredients…
DHEC: 398 new Coronavirus cases and 4 additional deaths reported in South Carolina
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, on Monday, announced 398 new confirmed cases of COVID-19. DHEC also reported 4 additional confirmed deaths from Coronavirus. According to health officials, the percent positive was 4.3% Health…
Comet Bus System offering Free COVID-19 Vaccine at Transit Hub
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The Comet Bus system, Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority, is partnering with Health Force, LLC, to offer free COVID-19 vaccinations. You can get a shot at the COMET Central transit…
Prisma Health moving COVID-19 vaccination site to Colonial Life Arena
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Prisma Health will open a new COVID-19 vaccination site this week at Colonial Life Arena. The move, say officials, is meant to better accommodate the summer temperatures. The site…
Teen killed in vehicle collision on US Highway 521 in Sumter
The Sumter County Coroner's Office has identified a teenager who was killed in a vehicle collision on US Highway 521.
The 39th Annual World Famous Blue Crab Festival To Take Place May 15 & 16
LITTLE RIVER, SC (News Release) -- Located at the Historic Little River Waterfront, the World Famous Blue Crab Festival is one of the largest festivals in the Southeast featuring live beach music, and approximately 300 arts and crafts, specialty…
Celebration of Life set for Monday for murdered Columbia teen
COLUMBIA (WOLO): A memorial service for 15-year-old Sanaa Amenhotep will be held Monday evening. Amenhotep was kidnapped from her home on April 5th, and shot later that day, according to officials. Her body was found on April 28th in Lexington…
456 new cases of COVID-19, 11 confirmed deaths in SC Sunday
COLUMBIA (WOLO): The Department of Health and Environmental Control announced 456 more cases of COVID-19 in South Carolina Sunday. 11 more deaths have also been reported. South Carolina has reported 482,907 total cases of COVID-19 since last March, and 8,379…
Prisma Health moving vaccination site to Colonial Life Arena
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Prisma Health is moving its COVID-19 vaccination site from Gamecock Park to Colonial Life Arena. The move, say officials, is meant to better accommodate the summer temperatures. The last day…
