Watch: Midlands leaders meet to discuss coronavirus preparations
So far DHEC says there are no cases of coronavirus in South Carolina but that is not stopping the Midlands from preparing ahead of a possible outbreak here.
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Respects paid as local veteran with no known family is laid to rest
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- More than 100 people were at Fort Jackson National Cemetery Friday morning, to pay their respects to a veteran that had no known family. Sgt. Robert Blake, Jr., of…
Women accused of stealing from assisted living facility resident
Lexington, S.C. (WOLO)-- Police in Lexington say they are looking for two women accused of stealing a credit card from a resident at an assisted living facility and then using it illegally. Investigators say they responded to Wellmore of Lexington…
Teachers planning second state house rally
Columbia, S.C. (AP)-- The South Carolina teacher group whose rally last year brought 10,000 people to the Statehouse is planning another school day rally later…
No. 1 South Carolina women rout Georgia 89-56 in SEC tourney
Mikiah Herbert Harrigan had 16 points and Tyasha Harris 15 as No. 1 South Carolina won its 24th straight game, beating Georgia 89-56 to start the SEC Tournament on Friday.
Boat manufacturer opening operations in Midlands
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- A boat designer and manufacturer is setting up shop in the Midlands. Friday the governor's office announced Xplor Boatworks LLC will invest $3.4 million in Richland County and create 63 jobs. The facility will be located on…
Funeral for unclaimed veteran at Fort Jackson National Cemetery today
An unclaimed veteran will be laid to rest with full military honors today at the Fort Jackson National Cemetery.
Sumter County deputies continue to investigate a fatal shooting last month
Sumter County deputies are still investigating a fatal shooting last month.Authorities say Maurice James was found dead
USC students raising $75K for Wendy's employee who lost home in fire
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)-A group of USC students are helping raise money for a Wendy's employee who lost everything in a house fire. The fundraiser, Mission:Malcolm, was created to support beloved Wendy's employee Malcolm Coleman. Coleman…
Metallica guitarist Kirk Hammett talks about his 'It's Alive!' exhibit at CMA
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- If you're into horror films, especially classics like 'Dracula' or 'Frankenstein,' then you'll love the latest exhibit at the Columbia Museum of Art. 'It's Alive!' showcases over…
Gas Prices drop in wake of Coronavirus Outbreak
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The Coronavirus outbreak has lowered gas prices across the country. Analysts say it is due to a global drop in demand for oil. We checked it out, and according to…
DHEC: No confirmed cases of coronavirus in South Carolina as of Thursday
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --With the number of people who have come down with coronavirus continuing the rise, there are still no confirmed cases in South Carolina as of Thursday Officials with the state’s Department…
SC Senate passes Education Overhaul Bill
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The state's Education Overhaul Bill is headed to the House. The South Carolina Senate has given final approval to a massive education overhaul plan. The bill would increase access to four year…
New Brewery coming to Columbia's Bull Street District
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant announced it has signed a lease in the BullStreet District in downtown Columbia. According to officials, the brewery is expected to feature an on-site…
Prisma Health set to acquire Kershaw Health and Providence Health
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Prisma Health is set to take over Kershaw Health in Camden, and Providence Health in Columbia. In a release Thursday, Prisma Health and LifePoint Health officials announced that they have signed an agreement for Prisma Health–Midlands to…
No one injured after house fire on Billy Meetze Road
Columbia Fire Department officials say no one is injured after a house fire on Thursday on Billy Meetze Road.
Search for missing Orangeburg man is ongoing
The Orangeburg Department of Public Safety needs your help to find Jacob Marion, a man who officials say is missing.
Hit and run in Lexington County has troopers searching for driver
Troopers are searching for a driver involved in a hit and run Wednesday in Lexington County. Highway Patrol says it happened around 2 a.m.
Man wanted for attempted strong arm robbery on Kettle Court
Lexington Police Department is searching for a man accused of an attempted strong arm robbery on Kettle Court.
Richland deputies beef up presence after North Springs Elementary school threat
Richland Co., SC (WOLO) ---The Richland County Sheriff's Department says they plan to beef up police presence and will have more deputies will be at North Springs Elementary School over the next…
Attempted murder suspect accused of kidnapping couple, sexually assaulting woman and shooting man
ORANGEBURG, SC (WOLO) - An Orangeburg man is facing multiple charges after the Sheriff's Office says he shot a man and sexually assaulted his girlfriend. Investigators…
Midlands hospital prepares for possible coronavirus outbreak
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Midlands hospitals are preparing for an coronavirus outbreak after the recent spread across the United States. In South Carolina five people have been tested in for COVID-19, and 13 people are being…
Girls Block 2020 celebrates international 'Women's Day'
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- March is Women's month and what a better way to celebrate than to serenade their many accomplishments from the past, present and future than with a music and…
Education reform bill moves one step closer to Governor's desk
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --A bill that would bring sweeping changes to education across the state is one step closer to the Governor’s desk. With a 41-4 vote, the Education Overhaul Bill is moving onto…
Going Purple: Alzheimer's Advocacy Day at the State House
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The State House went purple on Wednesday as part of South Carolina's Alzheimer's Advocacy Day. Governor Henry McMaster was joined by the Alzheimer's Association to give South Carolinians the opportunity…
