Mayor Benjamin gets his flu shot, encourages people to do the same
Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin got his flu shot this morning at City Hall.
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Funeral services for both Midlands teacher and her mother who died from COVID-19
Funeral services for a Midlands teacher and her mother will be this Saturday after they both died from COVID-19 in September.
City of Columbia wants feedback on outdated revision plan
Columbia, SC (WOLO) — The city of Columbia wants your feedback on their plans to revise the current rezoning map that’s more than 40 years old. City officials say the the goal…
NAACP wants Pawleys Island Mayor ousted over 'insensitive 'FB post
Story by: Nick Papantonis PAWLEYS ISLAND, S.C. (WPDE) — Members of the Georgetown NAACP branch renewed their calls for Pawleys Island Mayor Brian Henry to resign Thursday, continuing a battle that began…
Boeing to consolidate all 787 Dreamliner production to North Charleston
After weeks of speculation, Boeing announced to employees today its plans to consolidate all 787 Dreamliner production, bringing that work to the Lowcountry.
Orangeburg authorities search for home invasion suspect
Orangeburg Co., SC (WOLO) -- Authorities say they are hoping you can help them identify and locate a man wanted in connection to a home invasion that took place September…
Columbia Fire Department recognizes National Fire Prevention Month
October kicks off National Fire Prevention Month, and National Fire Prevention Week starts on Sunday.
Gov. McMaster promises to keep Parris Island open amid rumors of closing the facility
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --The future of one of South Carolina’s oldest military outposts hangs in the balance. State leaders gathered Thursday in Columbia to discuss the future of the Marine Corps Recruit Depot at…
Gov. McMaster celebrates Manufacturing Week in SC
This week is manufacturing week in South Carolina. This afternoon, Governor Henry McMaster (R-SC) joined representatives from the South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance and Pure Power Technologies for a proclamation ceremony recognizing the occasion.
SC attorney makes rap video proclaiming his client's innocence
A South Carolina attorney has released a rap video claiming his client's innocence. Attorney Eric Poston represents Sidney Moorer in the civil portion of his kidnapping conviction of Heather Elvis.
RCSD investigating shooting off Polo Road
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says they are investigating a shooting which took place at the 200 block of Gatepost Lane off Polo Road.
SLED: Former Marlboro County law enforcement officer charged with Misconduct in Office
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division says they arrested a former law enforcement officer with the Marlboro County Sheriff's Office for selling his agency-issued Taser.
DHEC: 229 confirmed new cases of COVID-19, 20 new deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control issued its most recent coronavirus report.
Drive-thru SC State Fair scheduled for October 20th-21st
We're learning more about this year's drive-thru South Carolina State Fair. The free event is happening Tuesday, October 20 and Wednesday, October 21 from 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Lexington Medical Center hosting virtual "Women's Night In" to honor breast cancer survivors
The Lexington Medical Center Foundation is hosting its annual "Women's Night In" event virtually tonight, to honor breast cancer survivors.
DHEC: Skunk in Newberry County, raccoon in Richland County each test positive for rabies
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control has confirmed that a skunk found in Newberry County, and a raccoon found in Richland County both tested positive for rabies.
Lexington Richland 5 gives students the chance to have face-to-face instruction four days a week
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- In less than a week, some students in Lexington Richland School District 5 will start going back into the classroom four days a week. Starting Monday, students in 4K…
Loaded weapon found at SC high school; investigation ongoing
SIMPSONVILLE, S.C. (AP) - A South Carolina high school and middle school were placed on lockdown Wednesday after a loaded gun was found in a student's backpack. The City of Simpsonville, in a news release, said the school resource officer…
LCSD searching for armed robbery suspect
Deputies in Lexington County are looking for a suspect involved in a pair of recent armed robberies.
"Serve and Connect" receives $75,000 from AT&T for "Greg's Groceries"
More groceries will soon reach the tables of needy families in the midlands. Today "Serve and connect" received a $75,000 donation from AT&T to expand it's food donation program, "Greg's Groceries."
Columbia Urban League receives $100,000 donation for Gateway Empowerment Center
On Wednesday, the Columbia Urban League announced that they received a $100,000 donation from South State Bank to support the opening of their Gateway Empowerment Center.
Caslen announces tuition freeze in first State of the University address
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- On Wednesday, University of South Carolina President Bob Caslen gave his State of the University address. This was his first address since becoming president in July of 2019. “There are challenges ahead for higher education all…
Finally! Freeman leads Braves over Reds 1-0 in 13 innings
Freddie Freeman singled home the winning run in the 13th inning, finally ending the longest scoreless duel in postseason history as the Atlanta Braves defeated the Cincinnati Reds 1-0 in the opener of their NL wild-card series on Wednesday.
DHEC: 197 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 21 new deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control has released its latest coronavirus data as of Tuesday.
DMV to require vision test for license renewal
South Carolina drivers looking to renew their license will have new requirements beginning in October.
