Columbia to ring in the new year virtually
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- We're all eager to see 2021 get here, but don't plan on ringing in the new year in downtown Columbia. Organizers say this year's Famously Hot New Year's celebration…
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Columbia Animal Services to waive adoption fees for Clear the Shelter event
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Are you looking for a furry friend? As part of the Clear The Shelters event, Columbia Animal Services says they will be waiving all adoption fees on August 14, 2020 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. There…
Fundraiser underway for deputy badly injured in crash
Lexington Co., S.C. (WOLO)--A local non-profit is asking for your help getting a deputy back on his feet. A spokesperson for Serve and Connect says on July 27th while responding to a…
Dominion Energy to perform tree trimming in several Columbia neighborhoods
COLUMBIA SC (WOLO)-- Residents in several downtown neighborhoods, including the Bradley Community and Lake Katherine, will see tree trimming activities over the next two weeks. According to Dominion Energy, they will perform tree trimming activities along overhead utility lines in the…
Missing woman found, safe
West Columbia Police need your help finding a woman who disappeared nearly a week ago.Authorities say 53 year old, Margaret Glover..
President of Jordan Brand 'Nike', Benedict alumnus to speak for Benedict commencement
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- Benedict College is gearing up for their 150th commencement celebration, albeit virtual for family and friends because of the ongoing global coronavirus pandemic, students will be the…
Midlands experiences severe flash flooding in several areas
Lexington Co., SC (WOLO) -- The last several days of rain has left several areas under water after flash flooding hit the area. ABC Columbia news crews have been surveying the area as crews step in to help those effected…
Jobless claims drop across the country raising hopes of economic recovery
(CNN) --- Across the country jobless claims are down. 1.2 million Americans filed unemployment claims last week. That's about 200-thousand less from the week prior. First-time jobless claims hit their high at 6.9 million in the final week of March.…
Rise in evictions, unemployment could lead to an increase in human trafficking cases in S.C.
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --Hundreds of people in South Carolina have gone through human trafficking, but some received a boost in getting their lives back together. According to the U.S. Attorney's…
SAFE TO WORK Act would provide liability relief to SC businesses
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- Congress continues to debate the latest coronavirus stimulus package deal, which currently includes the SAFE TO WORK Act. This would give liability protection to businesses that are following national and state COVID-19 guidelines. In South Carolina,…
DHEC: 1,295 new confirmed Coronavirus cases and 44 new deaths in SC
1,295 new confirmed Coronavirus cases and 44 new deaths in SC
West Columbia cancels annual Kinetic Derby Day
WEST COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--An annual event in West Columbia has been canceled due to the Coronavirus. City officials say West Columbia’s 3rd Annual Kinetic Derby Day is canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic. According to officials, West Columbia’s Kinetic Derby Day…
Tax Free weekend starts Friday
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- if you need to do any back to school shopping, this may be the weekend to buy those supplies. The state's annual Tax Free holiday runs August 7-9, 2020. During…
ACC announces new 2020 Clemson football schedule
The Atlantic Coast Conference announced its updated 2020 football schedule on Thursday, and Clemson will now kick off its 125th season on Saturday, Sept. 12, when the team opens the season on the road at Wake Forest.
Sumter Police find runaway teen who left with wanted suspect in May
Sumter Police Department says they found a runaway teen safe on Monday, who left with a wanted suspect in May.
Richland County Coroner identifies victim in fatal motorcycle crash
Richland County Coroner's Office has identified the victim of a fatal motorcycle crash Saturday, August 1st. Coroner Gary Watts...
Pedestrian involved in fatal collision on Clemson Road identified
Richland County Coroner's Office has identified the pedestrian fatally hit by a vehicle last month on Clemson Road.
Missing Richland teen with medical condition found safe in Alabama
Richland County Sheriff's Department officials say they found a missing teen with a medical condition safe in Alabama.
One city measures coronavirus spike by focusing on sewer system
Officials in one South Carolina city say proof that the recent spike in cases has ended can be found in the city's sewer. Clemson has been measuring the city's wastewater each week since May.…
Columbia Parks and Recreation offer free meals
Columbia, SC (WOLO)--- The City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department is teaming up with a local faith based organization in order to help feed a community need. As families…
First SC trial resumes after COVID-19 shutdown with masks, shields and spread out jurors
LAURENS, SC (AP) - The first trial in a South Carolina courtroom since the COVID-19 pandemic began includes spread out jurors, a glass shield around the witness stand and bailiffs reminding everyone that masks are required. The murder trial started…
Harvest Hope holds 'Fill the Gap' campaign to restock high demand items
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- Harvest Hope Food Bank announced a new food initiative this month called 'Fill the Gap.' Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, Harvest Hope has seen record numbers of…
Midlands restaurant owners say new executive order simply codifies what they've been practicing for months
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --If you have gone out to eat over the last few days, you might have seen some changes at your favorite bars and restaurants Gov. Henry McMaster (R-SC)’s new executive…
Town of Lexington hosting Drive Up Movie Series
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)--While we wait for movie theaters to reopen across the country, drive in theaters are popping up all over. The Town of Lexington wants to invite you out to it's 80's themed…
DHEC: 1,175 new confirmed Coronavirus cases and 45 new deaths in SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, Wednesday, reported 1,175 new confirmed cases of the Coronavirus, 45 additional deaths. DHEC says this brings the total number of confirmed cases…
