COMET to roll forward with reduced routes amid coronavirus
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- There are endless circumstances that have changed, and continue to do so, as the coronavirus global pandemic forces people around the world, and here in the Midlands…
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"Why would we not help them?": Local groups provide support for homeless in wake of COVID-19
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --One group of people who might be at risk of not getting swift treatment for the coronavirus are the homeless. However, some groups in the Midlands are doing their part to…
Armed robbery suspect arrested
Lexington, S.C. (WOLO)--Lexington police say they have arrested a suspect in a violent armed robbery. Investigators say Joseph Drafts, 46 of Greenwood was arrested at his home Wednesday. Police say on March 2nd Drafts…
DHEC announces 13 additional presumptive cases of Coronavirus in SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Wednesday, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control announced it is investigating 13 additional cases of coronavirus. DHEC says this brings the total number statewide to 60 cases in 14…
Community member's post to help neighbors inspires a network of people willing to help
Cayce, S.C. (WOLO) --- The community continues to take things day by day, as the situation with coronavirus in the Midlands is constantly changing. But one community member is offering to help…
Sumter County Council declares State of Emergency in County
SUMTER, SC (WOLO)-- Sumter County Council declared a State of Emergency on Wednesday. According to officials, Sumter County Council held an Emergency Meeting to discuss an Emergency Ordinance regarding the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)…
City of Columbia curfew goes in effect tonight at 11PM
Columbia,SC (WOLO)--- Just days after declaring a State of Emergency, Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin has implemented a citywide curfew that will go into effect tonight, Wednesday March 18th, 2020 from 11PM until 6AM.…
SC Governor Executive Order: Restaurants and bars must close dine-in services today
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- On Tuesday, South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster issued an Executive Order requiring all restaurants and bars to close dine in services beginning Wednesday, March 18. Take Out , curbside and…
Lexington District One offering a free food program to kids 18 and under
Starting today, March 18th, 2020, Lexington School District One will offer a free food program to children 18 years and under.
Furman University announces school will not return for the Spring semester
Greenville, SC (WOLO) --- Tuesday night Furman University updated information for their students and staff as information continues to change daily. The University announcing now that the institution will not be returning…
City of Columbia curfew to go in effect Wednesday
Columbia,SC (WOLO)--- Just days after declaring a State of Emergency, Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin has implemented a citywide curfew that will go into effect tomorrow, Wednesday March 18th, 2020 from 11PM until 6AM.…
S.C. Senate passes $45 million emergency funding plan to fight COVID-19
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --On Tuesday, the South Carolina Senate voted to give the state's Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) a major boost in its fight against the coronavirus. Lawmakers voted…
SC DHEC announces additional 14 presumptive Coronavirus cases
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Tuesday, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control announced it is investigating 14 additional cases of coronavirus. DHEC says this brings the total number statewide to 47 cases in 13 counties. According to DHEC, here…
SC Governor issues executive order delaying tax filings, closing dine-in at restaurants, bars
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- On Tuesday, South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster issued an Executive Order requiring the South Carolina Department of Revenue to delay all state tax filings until June 1, 2020. McMaster says…
Columbia man arrested in connection with a fire in Lexington County
Lexington County deputies have arrested a man accused of setting a fire at a business last month. Christopher Tillman is charged
Pedestrian identified after fatal hit and run on I-77 in Richland Co.
Richland County Coroner's Office has identified a pedestrian that was killed in a hit and run on I-77 north on Sunday.
COMET bus suspends some routes, adds additional cleansing
Columbia , SC (WOLO) --- The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (The COMET) released a list of precautionary measures help reduce the risk of exposure to coronavirus (COVID-19) last week Monday, March 17th The transportation company announced that 'Out of concern…
UofSC students have to gather dorm belongings Tuesday
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- University of South Carolina students have to grab anything they need from their dorm rooms before the university closes for the next 2 weeks. Monday the University…
City of Columbia declares 'State of Emergency'
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin is encouraging social distancing as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The Mayor specifically focusing on restaurants and bars…
Kershaw Co. School district begins 'Grab and Go' program
Kershaw Co, SC (WOLO) --- The kershaw county school district says they had 50 students get breakfast this morning, and throughout the morning, we saw dozens of families pull up to the…
Harvest Hope Food Bank changes procedure because of coronavirus
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- Organizations across the nation are making changes to try and prevent the spread of COVID-19, including groups in the Midlands. Harvest Hope Food Bank on Shop Road is…
General Sessions Court cancelled in Richland Co.
Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- According to 5th Circuit Solicitor per directive of Chief Justice Beatty, effective immediately, Richland County General Sessions Court has postponed…
DHEC announces 5 new coronavirus cases in SC
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- DHEC announced Monday it is investigating five additional cases of coronavirus bringing the total number in the state to 33. A spokesperson for the agency says four of the new cases are in Kershaw Co. Three of…
Prisma Health offering limited drive-through COVID-19 testing
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Prisma Health officials announced Monday they are now offering limited drive-through testing for Coronavirus. The Columbia site is outside Prisma Health Richland Hospital. According to officials, testing is only for patients with electronic orders from their Prisma…
City of Columbia modifies services due to Coronavirus concerns
COLUMBIA SC ( WOLO)-- The City of Columbia announced it will modify services, until further notice, to minimize the spread COVID-19 in the community. According to City officials, a number of measures will be enacted beginning March 17, 2020. Per…
