Salute from the Shore in SC
Military planes from South Carolina bases will fly over the state's beaches in an Independence Day patriotic salute.
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Just peachy! A look at the Lexington County Peach Festival
GILBERT, SC (WOLO)-- An annual event in the Midlands, the Lexington County Peach Festival in Gilbert is a 4th of July tradition. “Probably been attending every one for about 30-something years I think,”…
Trump's 'Salute to America' set for July 4th
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump is marking the 243rd anniversary of the Founding Fathers' adoption of the Declaration of Independence, an event he says "cast off the shackles of tyranny." Trump says in an Independence Day message released by…
Food Safety tips for a healthy July 4th cookout
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO) — If you have plans for a July 4th picnic or cookout, safety experts are urging you to follow the right steps to ensure safe food prep. The Palmetto Poison Center at…
Stay safe this 4th, Skip the Sparklers say experts
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--If you plan on lighting up fireworks on the 4th, experts remind you to be safe. Prisma Health Children's Hospital is offering some safety tips for families to keep their kids…
Allen University to host 'Environmental Justice Youth Conference
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) – Calling all Midlands middle and high school students! Allen University is hosting a Environmental Conference for area youth. Organizers, say if you are passionate about protecting the environment or in search of a new learning opportunity…
'Pick Me' Statewide pet adoption event in July
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Are you looking to bring home a furry friend? The PICK ME! SC event is set to take place at local animal shelters. According to organizers, the event is sponsored by the Petco Foundation and organized by…
Lexington Peach Festival celebrates Independence day with fruit and fireworks
GILBERT, SC (WOLO) --- Get your appetite ready, because it is time for the Lexington County Peach Festival! The one-day family-friendly festival is an event organizers say is perfect for all…
Traffic Alert: Park Road in Lexington reopens after collision caused downed power lines
A collision on Park Road near Nightingale Court has caused roadways to shut down.
Surveillance video shows $140k Best Buy cell phone heist
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Surveillance video was released Monday showing a weekend theft at a Best Buy where more than $100 thousand worth of cell phones were stolen. The Richland County Sheriff's Office…
Northeast Columbia residents grow concerned with string of car break-ins
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --People in a Northeast Columbia neighborhood are growing more concerned about a larger number of car breakin’s over the last few months. According to the Community Crime Map, there have been…
Peach festival underway for 4th of July holiday
A full day of fun will kick off tomorrow for the 4th of July holiday, as the Lexington County Peach Festival in Gilbert will be happening.
Pam and Tyler have fun with flags
https://youtu.be/tfVqfCt069w COLUMBIA SC (WOLO) The United States Flag is our most iconic symbol of freedom, and as we collectively celebrate on the fourth, there are few rules that we all need to keep in mind. Pamela Eyring from the Protocol…
RCSD: Woman charged after dog found locked inside a kennel in hot car
The Richland County Sheriff's Department deputies has arrested a woman after leaving an animal locked in a kennel in a vehicle.
Residential fire on Frink Street causes traffic delays
Motorists should seek an alternative route if traveling in the direction on Frink Street in Cayce.
Skip the Sparklers on the 4th say Fireworks Safety experts
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--If you plan on lighting up fireworks on the 4th, experts remind you to be safe. Prisma Health Children's Hospital is offering some safety tips for families to keep their kids…
Dominion: Equipment failure prompts power outages
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- A spokesperson for Dominion Energy tells ABC Columbia News an equipment failure resulted in more than 2,000 customers being without power Wednesday morning Officials say it happened around 6:30am. At last check, according to Dominion's outage map,…
SCDHEC warns Midlands & Catabwa areas about bad air quality
South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control has declared today as Air Quality Action Day.
LCSD: 3 'gang members' suspected in Bel Air Drive home burglary arrested
LEXINGTON CO., SC (WOLO) --Three men from Columbia are behind bars charged with Failing to Stop for Blue Lights and are now suspected in the burglary of a home in the Oak…
Doctors say eating food left in summer heat could put you in the hospital
Medical professionals are warning South Carolinians about how the heat can cause your food get bacteria's that could put you in the hospital.
Krispy Kreme offers donut delivery
Krispy Kreme is now offering online ordering and a delivery in 15 states.
Group to fly Confederate flag outside of State House
The confederate flag will rise again at the State House after all.
"It'll be sad to see the Old Lady torn down": People reflect on Capital City Stadium's legacy
A ballpark that served as the focal point of baseball in the Midlands for decades is set to be demolished.
New electric car charging stations installed at Midlands Walmart
Walmart announces plans to collaborate with Electrify America to install electric vehicle charging stations at a Walmart in Columbia.
