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List of flood-prone streets and intersections to avoid in Columbia

With the threat of the Zeta storm, the City of Columbia has a list of flood-prone streets and intersections to avoid driving to.

Airport H.S. hosts annual 'Trick or Treat Lane'

West Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- Wednesday evening Airport High School held its annual 'Trick-or Treat Lane event. Hundreds of people grabbed their goodie bags to trick-or-treat, play games and even take part in…

University police officer fired, facing 52 child sex crime charges

ROCK HILL, S.C. (AP) - A South Carolina police officer lost his job after state investigators said he was accused of sexually abusing children. Winthrop University Police Officer…

A doctor's guide to safe trick-or-treating during the pandemic

LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO) - You may not need to cancel trick-or-treating plans after all. Doctors at Lexington Medical Center recently came out with a Q&A about safely trick-or-treating during the COVID-19 pandemic. Their guidance provides suggestions and things to keep…

Second Congressional District preview: Joe Wilson seeks 10th term in race against Adair Boroughs

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- Election Day is just around the corner, and the race for South Carolina’s Second Congressional District seat is heating up. Rep. Joe Wilson (R-SC) has held the seat for nearly…

More than one million South Carolinians are casting their ballots early

Voters across the Midlands lined up again today to cast their ballots for the 2020 presidential election. With lines wrapped around the Lexington County Administration Building, more than one million South Carolinians have already cast their ballots in the 2020 General Election.

Suspect arrested in Lynchburg motel shooting

The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says they arrested a man in connection with a shooting that left 23-year-old Tyvon Dickey dead. Deputies say the shooting took place on October 16 at a motel in the 10000 block of Lynches River Road.

Orangeburg County schools partnering with MUSC to create COVID-19 related guide for schools

The Orangeburg County School District says they are teaming up with the Medical University of South Carolina and their Back 2 Business assistance program to create a guide for coronavirus related decisions in schools.

Town of Irmo hosting "Halloween Extravaganza" this weekend

The town of Irmo will celebrate the scariest night of the year with a "Halloween Extravaganza" this weekend. The event is at Anchor Lanes off Lake Murray Boulevard this Saturday. Gates open at 4:30 p.m.

Pedestrian killed in Sumter vehicle accident

Sumter County Coroner Robert M. Baker says a man has died after a pedestrian vs. vehicle accident that occurred at the intersection of Liberty Street and South Guignard Drive around 7:43 p.m.

List of in-person absentee voting locations in the Midlands

The South Carolina State Election Commission has a list of locations where you can vote absentee in-person before election day.

Sumter Fire Dept.: V.B. Williams Furniture store fire contained but not fully under control

Sumter, SC (WOLO) -- The Sumter Fire Department says a massive blaze at the old V.B. Furniture store along South Lafayette Drive and Fulton Street has been contained but not fully under control this morning. They say it started…

Publix grocery stores offer veterans, military Veterans day deal

Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- Publix grocery stores are offering military men and women, veterans and their families a deal at the supermarket door to honor those who have and continue to fight for our…

Saluda County deputies search for missing man

Saluda, SC (WOLO) -- Deputies in Saluda County are searching for a missing man who hasn't been seen or heard from since leaving work. Investigators say they are 'concerned for the safety' of…

Four new positive COVID-19 tests reported at UofSC

The University of South Carolina updated its coronavirus dashboard with test results as of Monday.

Fifth Congressional District candidates talk keys to economic recovery ahead of election

KERSHAW COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) -- With just a week before Election Day, several Congressional races are coming down the home stretch. One of those races is in South Carolina’s Fifth Congressional District, where…

Former owners of Yesterdays Restaurant gifted key to the city

Owners of an iconic restaurant in Five Points that closed back in April received the key to the city today. Mayor Steve Benjamin presented the keys to the city to former Yesterdays Restaurant & Tavern owners Darrell Barnes, Duncan Macrea and Scotty Macrea.