Gamecocks to hold introductory press conference for Shane Beamer Monday at 2pm
University of South Carolina Football will hold an official press conference Monday for new head football coach Shane Beamer.
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Richland County Sheriff's Dept. looking to solve 24 year old Cold Case
RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) -- The Richland County Sheriff’s Department needs your help in identifying a suspect in the murder of a Columbia man 24 years ago. Authorities say Jack Robinson, 65, was stabbed…
It's Official: Shane Beamer named Gamecocks' newest football coach
Shane Beamer, considered to be one of the rising stars among coaches in college football, has been named the University of South Carolina's 36th head football coach, Director of Athletics Ray Tanner announced Sunday.
Lexington District One teacher passes away from COVID-19 complications
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- A third grade teacher in Lexington School District One has died from complications of COVID-19, District officials confirmed to ABC Columbia News. According to a statement, from Lexington County School District One, Staci A. Blakely, a teacher…
DHEC: 2,538 new Coronavirus cases, 43 new deaths in SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, on Sunday, reported 2,538 new cases of coronavirus and 43 additional deaths. Health officials say this brings the total number of confirmed cases to 216,378 and confirmed deaths 4,237.…
Help a child in need, stop by the Salvation Army Angel Tree
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--This year you have a chance to be an Angel for a needy child. The Salvation Army's Angel Trees are now up at area locations. If you are headed to the mall,…
REPORT: South Carolina set to hire Shane Beamer as head football coach
Oklahoma Associate Head Coach Shane Beamer is expected to become the Gamecocks' newest head football coach, according to numerous reports Saturday night.
Rodriguez scores 3 TDs, Kentucky routs South Carolina 41-18
Chris Rodriguez Jr. rushed for three touchdowns, Terry Wilson and A.J. Rose each rushed for one, and Kentucky rolled South Carolina 41-18 Saturday night in the regular season finale for both schools.
No. 4 Clemson beats Va. Tech, sets up Notre Dame rematch
No. 3 Clemson (9-1, 8-1 ACC) defeated Virginia Tech 45-10 on Saturday to advance to its sixth consecutive ACC Championship Game. With the win, Trevor Lawrence became the winningest starting quarterback in school-history (33), surpassing Rodney Williams, Tajh Boyd and Deshaun Watson’s shared record of 32.
No. 14 Coastal Carolina holds off No. 8 BYU 22-17
Mateo Sudipo stopped BYU’s Dax Milne at the 1-yard line as time expired and No. 14 Coastal Carolina beat the eighth-ranked Cougars 22-17 in short-notice showdown of 9-0 teams Saturday night.
Grimes, No. 10 Houston rally for 77-67 win over Gamecocks
Quentin Grimes had 23 points and seven rebounds, Tramon Mark added 18 points and No. 10 Houston rallied for a 77-67 win over South Carolina on Saturday night.
Louisville's Scott Satterfield has 'conversation' with South Carolina about football coaching vacancy
Louisville coach Scott Satterfield again said he is staying at the school after South Carolina reached out about its coaching vacancy.
Holiday Lights on the River shine bright at Saluda Shoals
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Saluda Shoals Park is having their annual drive-thru Holiday Lights on the River event. Holiday Lights on the River runs each night from 6 p.m.-10 p.m., rain or shine,…
DHEC reports 2,715 new cases of Coronavirus in SC
COLUMBIA, S.C (WOLO)-- Saturday, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control reported 2,715 new confirmed cases of Coronavirus and 19 additional deaths. Saturday's reported numbers breaks the single-day record of new COVID-19 cases for the second day in…
Billy Napier interviewing for South Carolina job Saturday
Louisiana Coach Billy Napier is interviewing for South Carolina's open head coaching position Saturday, just one day after his team's 24-21 win over App State Friday night in Boone, NC.
It's time for the Salvation Army's familiar Red Kettles
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Tis the season for bell ringing! The familiar Red Kettle's are up at area locations in the Midlands. Each year the Salvation Army's Red Kettle campaign raises thousands of dollars for…
Healthy, deeper No. 4 Clemson ready for championship run
Coach Dabo Swinney believes No. 4 Clemson is healthy and deeper as they prepare for another championship run after battling injuries and COVID-19-related issues.
Small businesses relying more on internet sales as a means to get more customers
SUMTER, S.C. (WOLO) -- Small businesses across the Midlands have had to adjust and adapt in order to stay afloat in 2020. For businesses like Galloway and Moseley, a jewelry store in Sumter, 2020…
Sumter Police investigate deadly crash
Sumter, SC (WOLO) --- The Sumter Police Department is still trying to investigate more details surrounding a deadly accident that took place Friday night. According to authorities, around 6:30 a car…
Dutch Fork makes history, wins fifth-straight state championship
The Dutch Fork Silver Foxes made history Friday night, topping TL Hanna, 28-6 in the 5A state championship. The win gives the Foxes an unprecedented five-straight state championships, something never done before in the history of the state.
Rembert man charged with criminal sexual conduct with a minor
According to the Sumter County Sheriff's Office, a Rembert man has been charged with criminal sexual misconduct with a minor and contributing to the delinquency of a minor.
UPDATE: Man charged with murder of 72-year-old woman after argument over feeding feral cats
The Lexington Police Department has provided an update on the shooting death of 72-year-old Judy Burnett behind a shopping center on Thursday.
Several roads will be closed Sunday for the annual Town of Lexington Christmas Parade
The Town of Lexington annual's Christmas parade is this Sunday, and there are several road closures and detours drivers should be aware of.
72-year-old woman shot and killed after argument behind shopping center
One man is in custody after Lexington investigators say a 72-year-old Gilbert woman was shot in the face during what a witness says started as an argument behind the Town Square Shopping Center.
Former Sumter Police officer charged with contributing to the delinquency of a minor
According to the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division, a former police officer with the Sumter Police Department was arrested on Tuesday and has been charged with contributing to the delinquency of a minor.
