Benedict College gets $65K grant to preserve historical integrity of school
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- Benedict College is getting a huge grant…
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Historic African American cemetery in Irmo re-dedicated following renovation
A newly-renovated historic African American cemetery has been re-dedicated. The Upper Pine Grove Cemetery had become overgrown with vegetation, and officials say was once a popular late night gathering place for kids. The Harbison Community Association cleaned the cemetery up.
Four months after her death, daughter thanks the nurse who spent those final moments with her mom
Columbia resident Vanessa Patterson passed away from COVID-19 in October. She was a mother, sister, grandmother, and friend. Now four months after her death, Patterson’s daughter wants to thank the nurse who spent those final moments with her mom.
"Carolina Wings" wins best traditional Chili at the annual Lexington County Chili Cook-Off
It was a beautiful day for chili and sunshine at the seventh annual Lexington County Chili Cook-Off Sunday. The Icehouse Amphitheater was filled with delicious food and live music, as locals teamed up to show off their best chili recipes.
LCSD: Columbia man and woman arrested for conspiracy to steal guns while working for shipping company
The Lexington County Sheriff's Department says a Columbia man and woman have been arrested after they were accused of conspiring to steal guns while working at a company that ships firearms.
Columbia VA, UofSC convert lab to COVID-19 testing center for students, employees and veterans
The Columbia VA Health Care System and the University of South Carolina School of Medicine are partnering for COVID-19 testing.
Columbia SC Works holding hiring event for Chick-Fil-A Five Points this Thursday
According to a release from the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce, Columbia SC Works is hosting a hiring event for Chick-Fil-A Five Points on Thursday.
CPD looking for suspect vehicle, individuals involved in Millwood Avenue shooting incident
The Columbia Police Department is asking for the public's help in identifying the individuals involved in a January 22 shooting incident on Millwood Avenue.
Richland Two celebrating Black History Month with virtual awards gala
Richland School District Two is celebrating Black History Month with a virtual awards gala Monday night at 6 p.m.
SCSO: Nursing home employee accused of attempting to engage in sexual conduct with a resident
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says an employee at a nursing home was arrested after he was accused of attempting to engage in a sexual act with a resident.
SCSO: Sumter man accused of choking victim, slamming her to the ground during assault
The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says a man is facing an assault charge after he was accused of choking a female victim, hitting her multiple times and slamming her to the ground.
Kershaw Co. Coroner: Man dies after running off the road and hitting a tree Sunday
The Kershaw County Coroner's Office has identified the victim of a fatal collision on Sunday. Coroner David West says 33-year-old Tobias Sanders died after the collision on Mount Zion Road between midnight and 1 a.m.
Sumter Co. Coroner identifies pedestrian who died after vehicle accident Saturday night
Sumter County Coroner Robbie Baker released the identity of a man who died after a vehicle versus pedestrian accident on Saturday evening.
OCSD: Santee home on Resort Street shot, one person killed
Orangeburg County deputies say they are investigating a fatal shooting at a house in Santee on Resort Street that killed one person.
CPD: 4-year-old dies after falling at Columbia hotel on Stoneridge Drive
Columbia police say a 4 year old has died after falling at the Embassy Suites hotel on Saturday at Stoneridge Drive.
1,389 new cases, 56 deaths Sunday in SC
COLUMBIA (WOLO): The Department of Health and Environmental Control Sunday reported 1,389 new cases of COVID-19 in South Carolina. 56 new deaths were also reported. South Carolina now has a total of 436,161 cases diagnosed since the pandemic began, and…
Deputies: Nursing home employee arrested after attempting sexual act with resident
COLUMBIA (WOLO):A Sumter County nursing home employee was arrested early Saturday morning for reportedly attempting to engage in a sexual act with a resident. The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says the employee, 36 year old Towodi Shequoyah, was found by another…
1,617 cases of COVID-19, 26 deaths in SC Saturday
COLUMBIA (WOLO): Saturday, DHEC announced 1,617 new cases of COVID-19 in the state, and 26 more deaths. South Carolina has now seen 434,589 total coronavirus cases since the pandemic began, and 7,352 total deaths. Of the 28,065 most recent COVID-19…
Gamecocks open 2021 season with big win over Dayton
The trio of Brady Allen, Wes Clarke and Andrew Eyster combined to go 9-for-10 with eight RBI and Thomas Farr struck out eight in a six-inning start as the University of South Carolina baseball team opened 2021 with a 12-1 win over Dayton Friday night at Founders Park.
Orangeburg Dept. of Public Safety searches for woman missing for nearly 3 weeks
Orangeburg, SC (WOLO) -- The Orangeburg Department of Public Safety is hoping someone can help them locate a young woman that has not been seen for nearly three weeks. According…
LCSD looking for 13-year-old girl who has been missing since Tuesday
The Lexington County Sheriff's Department says they are looking for a 13-year-old girl who has been missing since Tuesday.
Swansea man charged with soliciting a minor for sex
According to the Attorney General Alan Wilson, a Swansea man was arrested for soliciting a minor for sex.
Fairfield Co. Sheriff's Office looking for suspect wanted for utility trailer thefts
The Fairfield County Sheriff's Office is looking for a suspect wanted for the theft of utility trailers.
Prisma Health piloting mobile vaccination program for people in rural areas on Saturday
On Saturday, Prisma Health says they are piloting their Mobile Health Clinicvaccine program, which targets those in rural and under-served communities. Officials say one mobile unit will be in the Midlands while the other will go to the Upstate.
DHEC, Richland Library offering free COVID-19 testing Friday and Saturday at Sandhills location
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control and the Richland County Library will provide free COVID-19 drive-through testing Friday and Saturday. You can get tested at the library's Sandhills location at 763 Fashion Drive in Columbia.
