Prisma offers free flu shots through October 31
Prisma Health says they are offering free flu shots throughout October as the flu season is creeping up during the pandemic.
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SCDJJ to host drive-thru job fair this Wednesday
The South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice is hosting a drive-thru job fair on Wednesday at 220 Executive Center Drive.
AT&T customers face widespread outages Monday
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- If you were having issues connection to the internet or making a call on your cell phone Monday and you have AT&T for service, you weren't alone. AT&T and first…
Blue Flour closes Main street location permanently
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- The coronavirus pandemic is still having a ripple effect on businesses through out the country and right here in the Capitol city. The Blue Flour Bakery which has been…
SC police find guns in car surrounded by protesters
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) - Police in South Carolina spotted a truck surrounded by protesters over the weekend and discovered two men inside with loaded handguns, a rifle, a wooden club, knives and a stun gun, among other weapons. Charleston police…
Mother of Midlands teacher who died of COVID-19 also passes away due to the virus
The mother of the Midlands teacher who passed away earlier this month from complications of coronavirus has also passed from complications from the virus.
UPDATE: Sumter Police say missing woman found safe
Sumter, SC (WOLO) --- The Sumter County Sheriff's Office is thanking residents who kept their eyes peeled for a resident they say disappeared. Investigators say she was last seen between September 17th…
Richland County Councilwoman hosts free mask giveaway
Richland County, SC (WOLO) --- Richland County is in the process of distributing more than 67 thousand masks in an overall effort to help reduce the spread of COVID-19. Councilwoman Allison Terracio,…
"Ronald McDonald House Charities" holds Golf Ball Drop fundraiser
It was raining golf balls at one Midlands course Monday morning when a helicopter dropped 1,000 golf balls onto the course at Columbia Country Club.
Camden Police investigating Sunday evening shooting that left one dead
The Camden Police Department says they are investigating a shooting that left one victim dead.
Food Lion expanding to-go services in Columbia area
Food Lion has added its "Food Lion To-Go" service to two Columbia area grocery stores.
DHEC: 542 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, 10 new deaths in SC
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released its latest coronavirus data as of Sunday.
Latest: Witness signatures not required on absentee by mail ballots in 2020 election
In the most recent development over whether witness signatures are required for mail-in ballots, a court ruling has determined that witness signatures are not required for the 2020 election.
10 individuals arrested on federal drug conspiracy charges in Chesterfield County
U.S. Attorney Peter M. McCoy Jr. announced that 10 individuals in Chesterfield County have been arrested and charged in federal court for their roles in a conspiracy to distribute and possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine.
LCSD: Three arrested at home in Red Bank
Lexington County Deputies say they have caught a man wanted for burglary, and arrested two more people Friday at a home in Red Bank.
DHEC reminds pet owners to keep their pets vaccinated on World Rabies Day
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control supports World Rabies Day by reminding the public to keep their animals vaccinated.
Sumter Police looking for missing man
The Sumter Police Department says they are looking for a missing Wedgefield man who was last seen walking away from Prisma Health Tuomey around 7:30 p.m. Sunday.
Coroner identifies woman fatally shot in Brown Chapel Road area
Newberry Police Department says a 71-year-old woman died after being shot as she was getting out of her vehicle on Holloway St. Saturday.
Pedestrian killed after collision on SC Highway 213 in Fairfield County
South Carolina Highway Patrol officials say a pedestrian was killed after a collision on SC Highway 213 Sunday.
US Senator Lindsey Graham reacts to Supreme Court Nominee
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham is reacting to President Donald Trump's nomination of Judge Amy Coney Barrett to serve as Associate Justice on the Supreme Court of the United States. The Republican from South Carolina issued the following statement:…
DHEC: Who should get tested for Coronavirus
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--State Health officials are answering the question, 'Who should get tested? DHEC says if you are out and about in the community, around others, or not able to socially distance or wear a mask, they recommend that you…
Midlands Technical College reacts to passing of Faculty Member
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) -- Midlands Technical College is reacting to the death of faculty member Shirley Bannister. In a statement released on Twitter, the college's President Dr. Ronald Rhames, issued the following:…
DHEC: 569 new cases of Coronavirus and 3 additional deaths in SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control reported Sunday 569 new confirmed cases of coronavirus and 3 additional confirmed deaths. Health officials say this brings the total number of confirmed cases…
City of Columbia Parks and Rec cancels 'Spooktacular Halloween Party' due to COVID-19
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The Coronavirus pandemic has led to the cancellation of a popular event. There will be no ghosts and goblins at the City of Columbia's annual Halloween party. City Parks and Recreation officials have canceled this year’s “Spooktactular…
No. 16 Tennessee wins seventh straight 31-27 over Gamecocks
Jarrett Guarantano threw a tie-breaking touchdown to Josh Palmer with 9:35 left and No. 16 Tennessee won its seventh straight game with a 31-27 victory at South Carolina on Saturday night.
