Food box giveaway for Allen Benedict Court evacuees at Save-A-Lot store
Foodshare is doing a foodbox giveaway event for Allen-Benedict Court Apartment evacuees at the Save-A-Lot grocery store today.
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'Fill the Boot' Campaign kicks off for City Firefighters
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Grab some change and get ready to Fill the Boot. The Columbia Fire Department is kicking off the ‘Fill the Boot’ campaign in support of the Muscular Dystrophy Association Greater South Carolina District. Firefighters will be out at…
Columbia Police helping secure the NCAA tournament by increasing presence
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)-The NCAA tournament could be bringing a lot of madness to the capitol city this weekend and city officials say they're prepared for it. The court is set for some of the best teams in the country to ball…
Richland School District 1 addresses safety and security to parents at information session
Richland School District One officials met tonight as part of a school safety and security parent information session.
Presidential hopeful Cory Booker set on his third return to SC this weekend
Cory Booker will return to South Carolina on Saturday, March 23 for his third visit since announcing his candidacy for president in February.
Kershaw Co. Sheriff's Office investigating shooting incident
The Kershaw County Sheriff's Office is investigating a shooting incident that left one man injured.
Massachusetts Rep meets with SC veterans at round table discussion
In our vote 2020 coverage another potential Democratic presidential candidate was in the Midlands today.
NCAA need to know tips
The Columbia Visitors Bureau is also providing some helpful tips ahead of this week's games.
CHA appeals to area Landlords for help relocating Allen Benedict residents
Two months after hundreds of residents were forced to leave the now shut down Allen Benedict Court apartments, The Columbia Housing Authority is appealing to area Landlords.
Attempted murder suspect wanted after weekend shooting in Orangeburg
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (WOLO) - An Orangeburg man is wanted for attempted murder after a shooting last weekend in Orangeburg. According to the Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office, Bobby Miller,…
Allen University, Wofford College get grants toward tobacco free campus
Two college campuses here in South Carolina are one step closer to eliminating smoking of any kind on school property.
Deputies: 14-year-old student arrested for carrying gun at local middle school
The Richland County Sheriff says they have arrested a 14-year-old student for carrying a weapon on school grounds at Kelly Mill Middle School on March 19.
Firefighters gear up for 'Fill the Boot'
[gtxvideo vid='XxaKQypf' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/XxaKQypf.jpg' vtitle='Firefighters gear up for 'Fill the Boot''] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- It is time, once again, to help the Columbia Fire Department kick Muscular Dystrophy diseases to the curb. The department's annual Fill The Boot campaign kicks off Wednesday,…
Kinship Care Day honors relatives who assist children in need
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VP Pence set to visit SC as Senator Lindsey Graham seeks re-election
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Powerball Jackpot climbs to $550 Million
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Are you feeling lucky? The South Carolina Education Lottery announced Tuesday that the Powerball Jackpot for Wednesday's drawing has climbed to $550 million. The jackpot has rolled 23 times since it was last won in December, according…
36th annual Fire Service Legislative Day event at State House
South Carolina State Firefighters Association is hosting it's 36th annual Fire Service Legislative Day at the State House today.
No injuries after a collision involving a Kershaw County deputy
Kershaw County Sheriff's Office say one deputy is okay after being involved in a collision on Monday afternoon.
I-77 North Bound exit ramp near Exit 15B back open after sinkhole fixed
Highway Patrol says the right exit ramp of I-77 North Bound near Exit 15B is back open after a sinkhole was fixed today.
Forget the soapbox - Get your Kinetic on!
[gtxvideo vid='yD4iPbam' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/yD4iPbam.jpg' vtitle='Kinetic Derby'] WEST COLUMBIA SC (WOLO) - Picture human-powered, handmade sculptures, powered by pedaling, pushing, or pulling, all the way down Meeting Street in West Columbia, in the 2nd Kinetic Derby Day. According to West Columbia Communication…
West Columbia FD donates air packs to Innovation Center
Tonight, the West Columbia Police Department donated 20 retired fire department air packs and cylinders to Lexington School District Two's Innovation Center.
NCAA Tournament expected to bring thousands of fans and millions in profits to Columbia
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- The NCAA tournament is expected to be the champion for revenue in the capitol city this weekend. "It's drawing in interest beyond the scope of just basketball fans," Stephen Shapiro, USC…
Sexual assault investigation uncovers marijuana grow operation
Sumter, SC (WOLO) --- The Sumter County Sheriff's Office is looking into a sexual assault case they say led them to a marijuana growing operation inside of a Rembert home Sunday. According to warrants, the victim told police, 31…
Kindergartners rushed off school bus before it's engulfed in flames
[gtxvideo vid='LqZbsCKR' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/LqZbsCKR.jpg' vtitle='Blythewood school bus fire'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Five and six-year-old children were on their way to a field trip when their bus caught fire Monday (3/18). Richland District 2 school officials confirmed the incident happened Monday…
CDP investigators searching for man wanted in armed robbery, shooting in Columbia
Columbia Police Department (CPD) investigators are releasing surveillance pictures of an armed robbery and shooting suspect to aid in his identification and capture.
