RCSD investigating fatal shooting on Walnut Grove Circle Thursday morning
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says they are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred on Thursday morning at the 100 block of Walnut Grove Circle.
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U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs flying vaccine doses to rural areas of the country
The United States Department of Veterans Affairs is trying to get more COVID-19 vaccines to rural areas. V.A. officials spoke at a Senate hearing Wednesday. They say the department is flying doses to areas in Montana, Alaska and Oregon.
Columbia man gets 25 years in prison after pleading guilty to sex trafficking minors
According to United States Attorney Peter M. McCoy Jr., a Columbia man was sentenced to 25 years in prison for sex trafficking minors.
Motorcyclist killed in vehicle collision on Boiling Springs Road in Lexington
The South Carolina Highway Patrol says a motorcyclist died after a collision with a vehicle on Wednesday on Boiling Springs Road.
SLED charges man accused in officer involved shooting with Attempted Murder
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- Agents with the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) say they arrested a man they believe is connected to a February incident where Florence County Sheriff's shot back at a man accused of shooting at them,…
Kershaw Co. School district hosts Black History Month ceremony
Kersahw Co, SC (WOLO) -- The Kershaw County School District will host a black history month event at its continuous learning center on Campbell Street in Camden. The event is set to begin at…
Chick-Fil-A hosts hiring event at its Five Points location
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- If you're looking for a new job, grab your resume because the Chick-Fil-A in Columbia's Five Points is hiring. The South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce is hosting that hiring…
Orangeburg Sheriff's arrest two men in connection to deadly drive by shooting
Orangeburg, SC (WOLO) --- Two men are behind bars after Orangeburg County Sheriff's say they are accused in a deadly January shooting. Officials say, the men were in court Wednesday where they were formally…
Rising waters increase sightings of snakes, some venomous
Horry Co., SC (WOLO) --The Horry County Police Department River Patrol is reminding residents in areas where floodwater continues to stand that there could be dangers slithering around. One Police say has been spotted are…
Nephron Pharmaceuticals, Dominion Energy COVID-19 vaccination site restoring confidence in South Carolinians
A COVID-19 vaccination site in West Columbia is setting the stage for private companies to get more involved in the state’s fight against the virus. Governor Henry McMaster visited Nephron Pharmaceuticals and Dominion Energy’s vaccination site Wednesday.
Lexington School District Two opens registration for 4K and 5K students
Lexington School District Two has opened registration for rising 4K and 5K students for the next school year. To be eligible to enroll, your child must turn 4-years-old on or before September 1.
Prisma Health launches mobile vaccination effort to help serve rural areas
Prisma Health announced the launch of a new program designed to help those in rural and underserved communities get their coronavirus vaccine. Officials say Prisma Health’s Mobile Health Clinics are RV-style vehicles staffed by medical professionals ready to get shots in the arms of those who need it.
Governor McMaster visits Nephron Pharmaceuticals-Dominion Energy vaccine site
Governor Henry McMaster is visiting Nephron Pharmaceuticals and Dominion Energy's vaccination site. It's located on the Dominion Energy property off of I-77 in West Columbia.
RCSD creating the state's first "Crisis Intervention Team" to help those experiencing a behavioral health crisis
Wednesday morning, the Richland County Sheriff's Department announced the creation of the first "Crisis Intervention Team" in South Carolina.
Two arrested after more than 62 grams of meth was seized in Calhoun
Calhoun County deputies say they arrested two people after more than 62 grams of meth was recently seized.
State lawmakers pushing to resume electric chair executions
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina is trying to restart executions by dusting off the electric chair after going nearly 10 years without putting a condemned inmate to death. A House Committee voted 14-7 on Tuesday to make electrocution the…
Update: 1 dead and 1 injured after shooting on Cardamon Court
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Columbia Police say one man has died after a fatal shooting on Tuesday night. Authorities say it…
Local Red Cross volunteer deploys to Texas after devastating winter storm
COLUMBIA (WOLO): Texas is thawing out after a devastating winter storm last week, and three South Carolina American Red Cross volunteers have deployed to the Lone Star State to give back to the struggling…
LCSD: Three teens charged with robbing pizza delivery man
The Lexington County Sheriff's Department says they arrested three teens accused of robbing a pizza delivery man at gunpoint on Friday.
Kershaw Co. School District hosting Black History Month event Thursday
This Thursday, the Kershaw County School District will host a Black History Month event at its Continuous Learning Center.
Koger Center partnering with the Blood Connection to host blood drive Thursday
The Koger Center for the Arts is partnering with the Blood Connection to host a blood drive this Thursday. The event is from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. inside the Koger Center lobby. All blood donors will get a $20 Visa gift card.
Gov. McMaster discusses economy, vaccine rollout at Greater Cayce-West Columbia Chamber Breakfast
The West Columbia Chamber's Breakfast held Tuesday morning featured Governor Henry McMaster as the guest speaker. Governor McMaster updated the public on our state's economy, vaccine rollout and jobs.
OCSO arrests two juveniles, looking for third individual in connection with armed robbery
The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office says they arrested two juveniles on Monday and are looking for a third individual. Authorities say the group is accused of robbing a man of his cell phone and vehicle.
Cayce Riverwalk back open to the public
After the rain flooded many parts of the Midlands this past week, the City of West Columbia announced the Cayce Riverwalk and Amphitheater is back open to the public.
Prisma Health offering second vaccine doses at two Midlands locations this week
Prisma Health is allowing only second doses of the coronavirus vaccine at two locations this week. Gamecock Park will offer second doses only from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. through Saturday. The Baptist Hospital on Sumter Street through Friday, from 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
