Four girls nearly drown at Riverwalk Saturday, saved by a stranger
COLUMBIA (WOLO): The weather is heating up and for many of us that means heading out on the water. But what was supposed to be a fun day out on the river this…
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Free boat inspections offered by DNR at several Midlands locations
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- Memorial Day is right around the corner. It's a time for enjoying the unofficial start of summer and for many of you that means hitting the water. Before you do, the…
Columbia Housing offering stipend to Saint Andrews Terrace residents who chose to stay through gas leak
A spokesperson for Columbia Housing says residents at Saint Andrews Terrace apartments were given the option whether to evacuate or not due to a gas leak. Officials say the families that chose to remain in their units will be given a $500 stipend to cover inconveniences like not being able to use the stove or hot water.
Lights installed at All-Stars Baseball Field on Lester Drive
Local little leaguers will now be able to play night games at one Midlands ballpark. Lights were installed at the All-Stars baseball Field on Lester Drive.
Lexington PD looking for suspects who tried to steal an ATM on Sunset Boulevard
The Lexington Police Department is asking for the public's help in identifying individuals who tried to steal an ATM from the State Credit Union on Sunset Boulevard.
Lexington PD offering free box fans to help keep families cool this summer
The Lexington Police Department is offering free box-style fans to help keep the community cool in the hot months to come.
SCDNR offering free boat inspections on Memorial Day weekend
If you're hitting the lake for the holiday, the Department of Natural Resources will have courtesy boat inspections at public boat landings this weekend. Tickets will not be written for violations, but boaters will be given an opportunity to correct the problem.
Uber offers free rides to vaccine appointments
Uber announced it is offering free rides to vaccine sites across the country, including here in the Midlands.
Richland County woman sentenced to 20 years for attempted murder and related charges
The Fifth Circuit Solicitor's Office says a Richland County woman was sentenced to 20 years in prison for a shooting incident in the Rosewood Community in February 2017.
Quilts of Valor lays quilts on the Statehouse steps to thank veterans on Sunday
On Sunday, quilts coated the steps of the Statehouse, all to thank our veterans for their service. The Quilts of Valor Foundation works to bring comfort and healing to service members and veterans touched by war, through their quilts.
Help local police and firefighters compete for a good cause in the Battle of the Badges Blood Drive on Friday
You can join local law enforcement and firefighters in the Battle of the Badges Blood Drive. It starts Friday from 7 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Richland County Decker Center and at the Charles Drew Wellness Center.
Saint James AME Church offering COVID-19 vaccines on Thursday
You can get your COVID-19 vaccine at the Saint James AME Church this Thursday. The vaccine clinic is open from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the church on Henderson Street.
Prisma Health alters hours at coronavirus vaccination sites
Prisma Health is changing the dates and times at its vaccination sites.
Search continues for murder suspect, Chester Co. deputies 'confident Terry is within our perimeter'
CHESTER CO. S.C. (WCCB): The manhunt is intensifying in South Carolina Sunday evening, as law enforcement officers feel they are closing in on murder suspect Tyler Terry. Terry along with his girlfriend Adrienne Simpson are described as a modern-day "Bonnie…
DHEC announces 192 cases of COVID-19, 10 new deaths Sunday in SC
COLUMBIA (WOLO): Sunday, the Department of Health and Environmental announced 192 cases of COVID-19, and 10 additional deaths in South Carolina. DHEC also reported 130 probable cases. South Carolina has reported 490,380 cases and 8,528 total deaths. Of the most…
205 cases of COVID-19, 4 new deaths Saturday in SC
COLUMBIA (WOLO): Saturday, the Department of Health and Environmental Control announced 205 new cases of COVID-19, along with 121 probable cases. Another 4 deaths have also been reported. South Carolina has now reported a total of 490,176 cases of COVID-19…
Search continues for suspect in deadly drive by shooting
Richland County, SC (WOLO) -- A homicide investigation is underway in Richland County after officals say a shooting took place along Kathleen drive Thursday night. 21 year old Shantarus Thompson was rushed…
FBI offers $12K cash reward for fugitive officials link to at least 4 murders
York County, SC (WOLO) --- The search continues for a murder suspect in the upstate who police say is linked to at least 4 murders from South Carolina to Missouri and according…
Lexington County officials dedicate roads in honor of fallen firefighters
Friday morning, Lexington County officials dedicated two roads in honor of two fallen firefighters.
SCHP: One dead after single vehicle collision on U.S. 76 Friday morning
South Carolina Highway Patrol says one individual died during a single vehicle collision that took place Friday morning on U.S. 76 in Sumter County.
Columbia Fireflies partnering with Prisma to offer COVID-19 vaccines during multiple games this season
The Columbia Fireflies announced that they are partnering with Prisma Health to offer in-game coronavirus vaccinations during two games next week. The Fireflies say fans who want to get vaccinated can get their first dose at the team's games on Friday May 28 or Saturday 29.
Columbia Housing voluntarily moving over 20 families from St. Andrews Terrace Apartment due to gas leak
In a release sent out on Friday, Columbia Housing said that they are voluntarily relocating 24 families out of St. Andrews Terrace Apartment after the Columbia Fire Department detected a gas leak.
RCSD investigating shooting on Kathleen Drive that left a man dead
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is investigating a shooting on Kathleen Drive that led to the death of a man on Thursday night.
55th Annual Carolina Classic Home & Garden Show kicks off at the State Fairgrounds
If you are looking to freshen up your home and garden, the State Fairgrounds is the place to be this weekend! The 55th Annual Carolina Classic Home & Garden Show kicked off earlier today at 11 a.m.
Support a local firefighter in his recovery from a kidney transplant
You're invited to show your support for a local hero tomorrow! Greg Beck was a volunteer firefighter at the Blaney Fire Department for more than 20 years, and he recently had a kidney transplant. Community leaders have organized a "Benefit in the Park" event to help him.
