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SOURCE: Former Gamecock BJ McKie expected to join Wake Forest staff

A source told ABC Columbia Thursday afternoon that former Gamecock BJ McKie will join Steve Forbes' staff at Wake Forest.

Assembly Street to close today due to a rail defect

Norfolk Southern Railroad is closing Assembly Street Catawba Street and Whaley Street this morning to repair a rail defect.

Uncle Louie's closing

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--A Vista bar that's been around for decades says it won't reopen after restrictions are lifted. Wednesday Uncle Louie's announced on social media they're last last call was on March 17th.…

"It's scary": Number of positive COVID-19 patients in senior living facilities increases

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --Some of the areas that have been hardest hit by the coronavirus in South Carolina are nursing homes and assisted living centers. The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control…

Prisma Health launches interactive COVID-19 symptom checker

Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- Prisma Health has launched the first free interactive COVID-19 symptom checker in the state. The symptom checker, which can be found on the Prisma Health website, which explains exposure risks for covid-19, provides ways to practice…

Death certificate analysis finds additional COVID 19 deaths

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- DHEC officials say they have conducted a cross-analysis of he deaths reported directly to the agency by medical professionals and the deaths reported to the agency on death certificates. According to the…

Police investigating dispute, fatal crash

Sumter, S.C. (WOLO)-- Police in Sumter are investigating a Tuesday night dispute that ended in the death of a woman who was hit by a car. A spokesperson for the Sumter Police Department says the incident began around 11:15 near…

'I’ve never seen anything like this,' Local animal shelter emptying as quarantine continues

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- There is some positivity during this pandemic, people at home under quarantine are using this time to adopt or foster a furry companion. This is helping to empty shelters…

Governor McMaster on reopening SC: The decisions we make will be deliberate

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- At a briefing alongside Republican Senators Lindsey Graham and Tim Scott, South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster addressed plans to reopen the state. McMaster says he hopes to be making some decisions…

Deputies: Search warrant yields drugs, gun, cash

Sumter, S.C. (WOLO)-- Sumter deputies say while executing a search warrant at an Alice Dr. apartment on April 23rd officers seized 157 grams of fentanyl, more than 50 grams of marijuana, $8,900 in cash,…

DHEC updates COVID 19 cases, deaths for SC

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--DHEC continued its daily updates on the number of coronavirus cases in the state. According to the agency there are 130 new cases and 11 additional deaths attributed to the virus. That brings the total in the state…

DHEC expands rapid COVID-19 testing statewide

Columbia,SC (WOLO) --- The S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is helping to expand COVID-19 testing capabilities for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) by sending out multiple rapid-testing devices and testing supplies to areas of the state where access…

NCAA board supports name, image and likeness compensation

The NCAA is moving forward with a plan to allow college athletes to earn money for endorsements and a host of other activities involving personal appearances and social media content.

Woman arrested in connection with a shooting on Falling Springs Road

Columbia Police have arrested a woman for a shooting on Falling Springs Road last week. Officials say 21-year-old, Mani May is charged..

19-year-old arrested for Woodland Terrace Apartments shooting

Columbia Police say a teenager has been arrested for a shooting at Woodland Terace Apartments on April 24.

Richland County sets aside $1M in grants for businesses, nonprofits

RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) -- The Richland County Council is doing its part to provide relief to small businesses and nonprofits across the county, setting aside $1 million in relief grants. Of that $1…

Columbia Wildlife Center seeing huge increase in animals during pandemic

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- Carolina Wildlife Center (CWC) staff say they've been busier than ever amidst the pandemic. They've been taking in almost double the number of animals as they normally do during…

DHEC releases latest COVID 19 numbers

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- New numbers out Tuesday night from DHEC. According to the department there are 123 additional cases of covid 19 as well as 15 additional deaths. That brings the total number of 5,735 cases and 192 deaths. DHEC…

Myrtle Beach opens beaches

Myrtle Beach, S.C. (WPDE, WOLO)--Myrtle Beach is open for business. Tuesday the Myrtle Beach City Council voted to reopen Myrtle Beach public beach access. The council also discussed a phased tourism recovery plan that…

County officials urge patience as delays in trash pick up continue

Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)--Richland Co. officials say as residents experience delays in trash pick up the county says it is working to make sure those needs are met. A spokesperson for the…

MUSC to offer free COVID 19 testing for 29203 zip code

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--The Medical University of South Carolina announced Tuesday it will begin providing free walk-up COVID-19 testing for those with a 29203 zip code. That includes parts of Columbia including Eau Clair, Denny Terrace, and Hollywood Hills. Organizers ask…