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Strawberry farmers in Hopkins preparing to protect crops from freezing temperatures

Temperatures are expected to plummet on Wednesday night and Midlands farmers are working to protect their crops.

Disability Advocacy Day celebrates 30th year at State House event

[gtxvideo vid='ActbYtzn' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/ActbYtzn.jpg' vtitle='disability advocacy'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - The words "We are Thirty" was spelled out in shoes on the State House steps Wednesday (3/6) for the 30th annual Disability Advocacy Day. The organization invited legislators to take part…

Advocates gathered in support at the State House to bring awareness to those living with hemophilia

At the State House advocates gathered in support of those living with hemophilia.

Senators make changes to South Carolina education overhaul

A group of senators has made some significant changes to a proposal to overhaul South Carolina's education system.

20th Fighter Wing Airman found dead

The Shaw Air Force Base is investigating the death of a 20th Fighter Wing Airman.

Columbia Police: man injured after reported shooting at gas station

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The Columbia Police Department is investigating after a man was injured in the hand after a shooting at a gas station. According to Police, a male was injured in the hand after a reported shooting outside of a…

Firetruck hit by 18 Wheeler

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Some Columbia firefighters are lucky to be alive after their truck was hit by an 18 wheeler. It happened on I-20 Wednesday morning when the firefighters were responding to another accident.…

Deputies: Sumter mother charged after newborn tests positive for marijuana

Sumter Co., S.C. (WOLO) -- Sumter Co. deputies have charged a woman after they say she gave birth to a baby who tested positive for marijuana. Investigators say Heather Barrett, 28, gave birth to the child on February 7th at…

Ft. Jackson Police arrest suspect wanted in Fairfield Co.

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- A spokesperson for Fort Jackson says a woman wanted in Fairfield County was arrested trying to get on the base Tuesday night. Investigators say Jazzmine Thompson, 21, was wanted…

Disability Advocacy Day at SC State House

[gtxvideo vid='W2fZnULE' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/W2fZnULE.jpg' vtitle='Disability Advocacy Day at SC State House'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- At the State House Wednesday the "South Carolina Partnership of Disability Organizations" hosted the 30th annual Disability Advocacy Day. We are 30 lined the steps of the State House…

Richland County to host meeting on Broad River Road Corridor Improvement Project

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- If you live in the Broad River road area, now is your chance to learn about a proposed improvement project. The Transportation department will hold the public meeting on the proposed plans for the Broad River Road…

Snap a 'Shelfie' and join the Magic of Storytelling

[gtxvideo vid='K4mIzwBJ' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/K4mIzwBJ.jpg' vtitle='Snap a Selfie and join the Magic of Storytelling'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- ABC Columbia, along with our sponsor, Children's Dental Group, want every child to have the chance to open a book and open their imagination Too…

Kershaw deputies find 3 missing teens safely; person of interest arrested

Kershaw County deputies say they've found 3 missing teens safely and arrested a person of interest this morning.

Dress to the 9's and head back in time to the 50's

[gtxvideo vid='dy2YU5db' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/dy2YU5db.jpg' vtitle='The CMA Gala'] COLUMBIA SC (WOLO) - Picture it - Columbia, 1950 - a group of art enthusiasts gathered to create the Columbia Art Museum in the building that would eventually become the USC School of Law. …

Orangeburg deputies arrest one of three robbery suspects

One woman is in custody, but authorities say they are still searching for two of her alleged accomplices accused of robbing items to later sell at a a flea market.

New Columbia Housing Authority board members announced

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Columbia City Council members have appointed four new housing commissioners. Council members discussed the applicants at a special called meeting Tuesday (3/5). The appointments to the Columbia…

Five Points goes green to kick of St. Patrick's Day

The annual tradition is back! Five Points is getting ready for their St, Patrick's Day festival and start with dying the fountain in the entertainment district green.

First nationally sponsored NAACP event held in SC since organization's boycott over Confederate flag

[gtxvideo vid='p5vJegTg' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/p5vJegTg.jpg' vtitle='NAACP TRAINING'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - For the first time in nearly 20 years the NAACP is holding regional training in South Carolina. In 2000, the civil rights organization boycotted the state while the Confederate flag flew…

Mayor Steve Benjamin, Council members excited for new CHA Commissioners

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- There are four new board members on the CHA Board of Commissioners. The Columbia city council announced the four new board members at their meeting. The council had nearly…

School attendance down following rumored social media threats

The Orangebur County Sheriff's Office is asking parents and students alike to ignore threats of an attack following a February shooting.

Local Weather Science Officer talks SC Tornadoes: Which months are more common

[gtxvideo vid='ver4VEhc' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/ver4VEhc.jpg' vtitle='Local Weather Science Officer talks Tornado season'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- In the wake of Sunday night's severe weather, which included 3 confirmed tornadoes, the National Weather service is talking the impact of tornado season in South Carolina.…