Some green spaces in Columbia closed because of the pandemic will reopen
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Some places to get outside in Columbia that have been closed because of the pandemic will reopen. The city announced…
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DHEC's expanded use of contact tracing in South Carolina could go digital
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --To ramp up its efforts to combat the coronavirus pandemic, South Carolina's Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is enlisting the help of more than a thousand contact tracers across…
Sumter woman last seen leaving her daughter's home vanishes
Sumter, SC (WOLO) ----The Sumter County Sheriff's Office needs your help locating a missing mother they say has not been seen since May 6, exactly one week ago. Officials say 55 year old Valeri…
Former Summerville principal accused of killing wife found dead
FOLLY BEACH, S.C. (WCIV/AP) — A former Summerville High School principal charged with murdering his wife in 2019 has been found dead. On Thursday, the Charleston County Coroner's Office said 65-year-old James…
Sumter family is reunited with dog a year after it was stolen
Sumter,SC (WOLO) ---- A Sumter family has been reunited with their pup a year after deputies say it was stolen from their yard and neglected. Deputies say they were able to locate the canine…
Local company manufacturing face shields for service industry employees
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- A local 3D manufacturing company has created a new type of face shield. It's designed specifically for those working in the service industry. With restaurants now open, and close-contact…
DHEC: Seven additional deaths, 133 new cases of Coronavirus in SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control on Wednesday, announced 133 new cases of the coronavirus and 7 additional deaths. DHEC says this brings the total number of people confirmed to have COVID-19 in South Carolina…
All SC Voters can now Vote Absentee in June Primaries, Runoffs
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Concerns over voting in the June Primary, amid the coronavirus, will be eased by a new bill Governor Henry McMaster singed into law. In a release today from the State Election Commission,…
Columbia's Mast General location to re-open May 28th
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Mast General Store announced Wednesday it plans to re-open its stores in phases later this month. According to a press release the retailer's Columbia location will once again be open…
Sumter deputies searching for runaway teen
Sumter, S.C. (WOLO)-- Sumter deputies are searching for a runaway teenager. Investigators say Ja'Shawn Wilson, 15, was last seen May 11th leaving his home on North Wise Dr. Deputies say Wilson…
Superintendent Spearman to lead 'accelerateED' meeting Thursday
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- South Carolina schools will be at the forefront of an 'accelerateED' meeting on Thursday. SC Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman will lead the third full meeting of AccelerateED, Thursday, May 14 at 1:00 p.m. According to the…
Richland County to begin spraying for mosquitoes
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- It is time for mosquito spraying in the Midlands. Richland County officials say Vector Control has begun its annual campaign to control mosquitoes in and around the County. According to…
SCDMV returns to full-time weekday hours of operation
Starting Wednesday, May 13, 2020, the South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV) will return to operating five days a week..
Congress urged to enact measures to avoid COVID-19 related lawsuits
Columbia, SC (WOLO) - Attorney General Alan Wilson joined 21 other states trying to get Congress to approve specific liability protections to help eliminate the threat of COVID-19 related lawsuits while also making…
Fallen Sumter deputy gets permanent memorial
Sumter, SC (WOLO) --- A Sumter deputy who lost his life in the line of duty will now have a permanent memorial in the county he served. Tuesday afternoon Corporal Andre Gillette's name was…
Columbia man arrested on child pornography charges
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - A Columbia man has been arrested on child pornography charges. The Attorney General's Office announced the arrest of Michael Lincoln, 45 on two counts of sexual exploitation of a minor. Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force…
Upon return to Columbia, both House, Senate agree on a continuing resolution
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --For the first time in a month, lawmakers came back to Columbia to discuss several issues, including how the state government would be funded at the start of the fiscal year.…
Gas Prices on the rise in the Midlands
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-If you are going to fill up at the pump, you might want to do it soon. Gas prices are on the rise. According to Gas Buddy, prices in Columbia rose 8…
Miss SC Pageant postponed until 2021
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Pageant hopefuls will have to wait until June of 2021 to vie for the title of Miss South Carolina or Miss Teen South Carolina. According to a press release, the unanimous decision was reached Tuesday by the Board…
What changes passengers should expect to see before heading to CAE
West Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) --- Like airports across the country, Columbia Metropolitan Airport is implementing new measures to keep passengers and staff safe during the pandemic. “We’ve got a lot of new protocols put…
Citadel cadets, students to return to campus in August
Charleston, S.C. (WOLO)-- The Citadel is joining a list of South Carolina colleges and universities planning returns to in-person instruction in the fall. Tuesday Citadel President Gen. Glenn M. Walters USMC (ret.) announced that the military college is planning to…
DHEC: Nine additional deaths and 147 new cases of Coronavirus in SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, on Tuesday, announced 147 new cases of the coronavirus and 9 additional deaths. DHEC says this brings the total number of people confirmed…
Man dies following police chase
Lexington Co., S.C. (WOLO)--The Lexington Co. Coroner's Office says a man died while trying to evade law enforcement. Coroner Margaret Fisher says Quinton Nunn, 26, of Blythewood attempted to avoid a traffic stop by the SC Highway Patrol which lead…
DHEC adding more Coronavirus testings sites across SC
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- State Health officials continue to work to reach more South Carolinians with access to coronavirus testing. The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control announced additional, free, COVID-19 testing sites. DHEC says there are 14 mobile…
A.G. Alan Wilson demands answers on coronavirus origin
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- State Attorney General Alan Wilson wants Washington to get to the bottom of the origins of the coronavirus (COVID-19). Wilson along with 17 other Attorney General's penned a…
