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.
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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.
RCSD seeking help identifying assault suspect
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says is asking for the public's help in identifying a man who, they say, assaulted a worker at an adult video store.
FBI looking for individual who may have information about child sexual assault victim
The Federal Bureau of Investigation is seeking the public's help in identifying a man who, they say, may have information about the identity of a child sexual assault victim.
Images released of vehicle involved in Fairfield Street shooting earlier this month
The Orangeburg Department of Public Safety released images of a vehicle involved in a shooting this month.
Pine View Buildings establishing new facility in Barnwell County
According to the Office of the Governor, Pine View Buildings is establishing operations in Barnwell County by building a new facility.
CFD: Pedestrian killed after being hit by a train overnight on Hardscrabble Road
Officials from the Columbia Fire Department say a pedestrian was killed after being hit by a train overnight on Hardscrabble Road.
City of Columbia needs feedback on revision of zoning map
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…
Prisma Health offering free flu shots to the public
Flu season is here, and Prisma Health is giving out free flu shots at several Richland One schools throughout October.
Voting registration deadlines are quickly approaching
Election officials say now is the time to make sure you’re registered to vote ahead of the November election.
UofSC reports seven new COVID-19 cases
The University of South Carolina updated their coronavirus dashboard with up to date data as of Monday.
UPDATE: Sumter man reported missing Monday, found safe
The Sumter Police Department says that Alfonso Riley has been found and is safe.
UofSC Political Science Dept. Chair previews what lies ahead for Tuesday's debate
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- With five weeks to go until Election Day, President Donald Trump and former Vice President Joe Biden are set to go head-to-head in their first debate Tuesday in Cleveland.…
RCSD seeking help identifying armed robbery suspect
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is seeking the public's help in identifying a man suspected of an armed robbery.
Rivers Plumbing and Electric establishing operations in Marion County, creating 150 jobs
On Tuesday, Rivers Plumbing and Electric Inc. announced their plan to establish operations in Marion County.
