Midlands church seeking donations for Back to School Supply Giveaway
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--For those who need a little help getting ready to go back to school, one Midlands church is hoping to help out. The church is asking for your help…
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SC for ED Motor March: Teachers rally for virtual school re-openings in SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Happening today: SC For Ed will host a Statewide Motor March Protest on Monday. According to organizers, they will push for virtual learning, until safe, as the school year begins.…
Survey: SC school system among nation's worst
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- With the prospect of in-person teaching looming, students may be returning to a school system already dubbed among the nation's worst. According to a study by Wallethub.com, south carolina's school system ranks 9th worst in the country.…
Suspect arrested for fatal stabbing on Woodcrest Drive in Richland
Richland County deputies say they have arrested a suspect for a fatal stabbing on Woodcrest Drive last week.
One arrested; another wanted for grand larceny in Newberry
Newberry County deputies say they arrested one man and searching for another suspect for grand larceny on Friday.
SC For Ed Statewide Motor March Protest set for Monday
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- SC For Ed says it plans a Statewide Motor March Protest on Monday. According to organizers, they will push for virtual learning, until safe, as the school year begins. The drive will take a route that passes…
Coroner identifies three victims in fatal Richland County crash
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Richland County Coroner Gary Watts has identified three victims in an early Sunday morning accident. Coroner Watts says a 2004 Dodge Ram Crew Cab was northbound on Two Notch Road when it crashed into multiple trees coming…
SC Tax Free weekend is August 7-9
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- South Carolina is set to host a tax free weekend. The state's annual Tax Free holiday is set for August 7-9, 2020. During the weekend, certain items will be exempt…
DHEC reports 25 new deaths and 1,170 new Coronavirus cases in SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, on Sunday, announced 1,170 new confirmed cases of coronavirus and 25 additional confirmed deaths. DHEC says this brings the total number of confirmed…
Grab that Mask! City's Mask up ColumbiaSC campaign underway
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Grab that mask and get creative! Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin and the City of Columbia have launched the #MaskUpColumbiaSC, campaign. The Mayor says the new public education and social engagement campaign…
DHEC hosting more than 100 mobile Coronavirus testing sites across SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- If you are looking to get screened for Coronavirus, there are numerous testing sites across South Carolina. According to the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, they are working with community partners to set up…
Red Cross hosts Sunday Blood Drive to help shortage in SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- You can roll up your sleeve and help the American Red Cross with the blood shortage they are experiencing. The Red Cross is hosting a Blood Drive Sunday, July 26 from 10am-3pm at Brookland Baptist Church (1066…
DHEC reports 74 Coronavirus deaths, most reported in a single day in SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, Saturday, announced 74 new deaths and 1,368 new cases of Coronavirus. DHEC says this brings the total number of confirmed cases to…
Recent Nursing grads can help SC Hospitals under temporary license
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- Some new faces are heading to local hospitals to help out with the response to the COVID-19 pandemic. South Carolina's Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) and the state's…
Lex-Rich 5 moves school start to September, with hybrid/virtual options
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Students in Lexington Richland District Five will now start school on September 8, while the first day for teachers will be August 20. Lexington-Richland School District Five voted Thursday to start…
Today: Lexington Medical Center hosts free COVID-19 mobile test site
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)-- If you are looking to get screened for Coronavirus, Lexington Medical Center is hosting a free testing site Saturday. Lexington Medical…
New Richland Co. elections director promises transparency, smoother election process come November
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --Richland County’s new elections director says her team has been working hard to make sure November’s general election goes smoothly, in contrast of what happened during the June 9 primary.…
Columbia Fire welcomes more than two dozen new firefighters
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- We want to congratulate the latest Columbia Fire Department recruiting class! Friday 27 firefighters were given their badges at an outdoor ceremony at Benedict College. Because of the ongoing coronavirus…
Sumter traffic stop leads to discovery of aluminum can stuffed with drugs
Sumter, SC (WOLO) -- A Sumter County traffic stop lands a man behind bars, but authorities say it wasn't for his initial stop that deputies say was for driving 61 miles…
Lexington Police help residents 'chill out' in summer heat
Lexington, SC (WOLO) --- The Lexington Police Department is working to make the summer heat a little more bearable for residents in need . Chief Terrance Green says for the last ten…
Staying safe while enjoying time in the river
West Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- Earlier this week, 17-year-old Javion Cannon of Columbia, lost his life after drowning in the Congaree River. Witnesses say he jumped off some rocks, went underwater,…
Lexington Richland 5 to offer hybrid schedule for start of school year
Lexington, S.C. (WOLO)--One of the Midlands largest school districts is altering its plans for reopening in the fall. Thursday night the Lexington Richland School District 5 school board approved a hybrid schedule plan for the start of the new school…
Calhoun deputies searching for missing teen
Calhoun Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- Calhoun Co. deputies are searching for a missing teen. Investigators say Imani Gleaton, 18, was last seen leaving her job at Hardee's in St. Matthews on July 10th. Deputies say they…
SC State announces it will begin fall semester virtually citing escalation in COVID-19 infections
ORANGEBURG, SC (WOLO) - South Carolina State University announced Thursday it will start the 2020 fall semester with all classes being delivered remotely, effective Aug 10th. In a message from university President James Clark, the school cited a recent significant…
Columbia city councilman sues over Heritage Act
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- A Columbia city councilman is suing state leaders over the law that keeps controversial statues standing throughout South Carolina. Councilman Howard Duvall and two other plaintiff's are challenging the…
