Lexington County Animal Services holding Winter Snuggle Buddy
Lexington County Animal Services is holding a Winter adoption event for people to find their furry best friend.
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Beamer, S. Carolina reach contract extension
Columbia, S.C. (SC SID)--The University of South Carolina Board of Trustees has approved a contract extension for head football coach Shane Beamer that will go through the 2030 season, it was announced today. “The culture and commitment to excellence that…
Gov. McMaster nominates SC native to lead cabinet agency
During his almost four decades working in correctional facilities, Gadsden has worked with the head of South Carolina’s department of corrections, Bryan Stirling, and says he has learned a lot from him.
Firefighters control kitchen fire, says CRFD
First shift crews worked to put out a kitchen fire at a home in northeast Richland County on Thursday evening, said CRFD.
Gray Collegiate Academy in West Columbia set to open satellite campus in Irmo
Gray Collegiate Academy on Leaphart Road in West Columbia will open a new satellite campus on Koon Road in Irmo this August.
Local Living: Free Fridays at Riverbanks Zoo, New Year’s Adoption Special, Law Enforcement Run, Joe Gatto
Local Living: Events in the Midlands to check out.
Gray Collegiate Academy expands campus
Gray Collegiate Academy in West Columbia will soon open a new satellite campus in Irmo.
ASGDC inmate arrested for assault and battery, say Richland Co. deputies
Richland County deputies have arrested an inmate for assault and battery.
State auditor submits resignation
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- A South Carolina state auditor has submitted his resignation. George Kennedy sent a letter to the Governor's Office Thursday. While his resignation letter did not specifically reference it, it comes as the state's finances have come under…
Districts announce school schedules after snow day impacts counties
Districts in the Midlands are resuming classes after a snow day hit the area on Tuesday, Jan. 21.
SCDPH resumes normal hours for Care Line
The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is ending its extended hours of the Care Line beginning at 12 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 23, says officials.
Columbia Police investigating fatal shooting
The Columbia Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting that happened last night, said officers.
Clarendon County deputies investigating after man found dead in vehicle
Clarendon County deputies are investigating after a man was found shot dead in a vehicle on Sunday.
UPDATE: Driver charged after tractor-trailer hits school bus in Newberry
A road in Newberry County is blocked after a school bus incident on US-76 near Airport Road, said Newberry County deputies.
Vorando voluntarily recalls 8 thousand whole room heaters
A company is voluntarily recalling 8 thousand of its whole room heaters over potential shock, fire hazards.
A Winter Wonderland -- see pics and videos of fun in the snow as well as safety tips for drivers
ABC Columbia's Lee Williams shares local pictures and videos from viewers along with safety tips for drivers from Master Deputy Timothy Fortenberry with the Richland County Sheriff's Department.
Local Living: Joe Gatto's Let's Get Into It Tour
Local Living: Joe Gatto's Let's Get Into It Tour
Multiple people arrested in connection with nightclub shooting
Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott has announced the arrest of two men in connection with a shooting at a local nightclub.
No. 2 South Carolina to host No. 5 LSU a day later than scheduled after winter weather in the South
The Southeastern Conference has postponed Thursday night's women's basketball game between No. 5 LSU and No. 2 South Carolina in Columbia, South Carolina, until Friday because of winter weather.
Governor's office responds to questions regarding closings in Richland, Lexington Co., USC
Monday's announcements regarding Tuesday's schedule at county offices in Richland and Lexington County as well as USC may have lead to some confusion.
Road Safety tips from SC Troopers for the snow and ice
Right now many agencies say there are still roads that may not be passable across the state. There is the potential for black ice overnight into Thursday.
SC Snow: A look at the impact from school closings to icy roads
A look at the impact of the January snow in the Midlands
School closings, delays for Thursday
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- Due to road conditions still not being fully open and safe in areas around the Midlands, many schools and universities are switching to E-Learning Days or closing on Thursday. Tuesday afternoon, Jan. 21, most of the south…
No COMET service Wednesday, delayed Thursday
Officials with the City of Columbia's public bus system also known as the COMET say there is a schedule change due to icy road conditions in the Midlands.
Snow day in the Midlands!
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