Tornado Safety Tips
COLUMBIA S.C (WOLO)- The Midlands were struck with a surprise Sunday evening when sighting of tornado's and heavy storms hit the area. Would you know what to do if a tornado crossed your path? If not, here are a few…
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One lane is open on I-95 near mile marker 88 after a trailer overturned
Highway Patrol says I-95 south bound near mile marker 88 and I-26 west bound is shut down this morning from an overturned trailer.
Meteorologist Brian Basham explains what's next after storm hits Midlands
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Downed trees, power lines reported throughout Midlands
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Powerful storms and possible tornadoes blew through the Midlands early Sunday night. Agencies across Richland and Lexington Counties reported trees and power lines down. Columbia police reported downed trees and blocked…
More than 8000 without power across South Carolina during severe weather
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-Severe weather storms and possible tornadoes have caused thousands of people in the Palmetto state to be without power Sunday night. The South Carolina Emergency Management Division has reported 8,270 power outages statewide. https://twitter.com/SCEMD/status/1102367597696303105 Thousands of those outages…
3 finalists named for Sumter School District chief's job
SUMTER, S.C. (AP) - Three finalists have been chosen to fill the superintendent's seat for the Sumter School District. The Sumter School Board says the finalists are Cynthia Ambrose of Charleston County School District; Ronald Hargrave of Scotland County Schools…
Official Kick-Off to St. Pat's rescheduled to this Tuesday
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- The Five Points community and Gregory Electric has announced the new date for St. Pat's official kick-off event. The free event will now take place on Tuesday March 5th, from 5:30-6:30p.m.in Five Points. You're invited to enjoy all…
State agents investigate after 6 trash trucks burn
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) - State agents are helping investigate after six trucks burned at a trash company. Jamison Fire Chief Kirk Davis said the Wednesday night fire didn't appear to be intentionally set. But Davis told The Times and Democrat…
DSS hosts 2019 Health & Fitness Game featuring USC Women's Basketball Team
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Are you ready to hoop it up for fitness? The Department of Social Services is hosting the 2019 annual Health & Fitness Game along with the University of South Carolina Women’s Basketball Team. The sixth annual event…
Missing elderly man found safe
SUMTER, SC (WOLO)- Police have found an elderly man who was reported missing Sunday morning. Felix Feliciano, 73, was found hours after being reported missing. Sumter police thanks the community for their help assisting with the search.
South Carolina bill seeks to ban felons from being sheriffs
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - In a state where eight county sheriffs have been convicted of crimes in office over the past decade, South Carolina lawmakers want to tighten the qualifications to be a top law enforcement official. The proposal would…
Thanks for sending your photos for the Magic of Storytelling
[gtxvideo vid='XKPCtvcm' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/XKPCtvcm.jpg' vtitle='Thanks for sending yourt photos in the Magic of Storytelling'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Time to snap a selfie and help put books in children's hands! Thanks to everyone who is sending in their photos and snapping their…
Cost of Lexington curbside pick up set to jump
Lexington, SC (WOLO) --- A contract for Lexington's curbside pick up is about to expire and County officials say resident who live in unincorporated parts of the County, who subscribe to curbside pick up may soon see a difference in…
Lawmaker: Former offenders unaware of restored voting rights
South Carolina lawmakers say some former convicted offenders who complete their sentence, parole and probation period are unaware that current state law allows for their voting rights to be restored.
Insurance fraud ring leader pleads guilty after filing $174,000 in false claims, report says
In February 2019, a man pleaded guilty to five counts of presenting false claims for insurance payment, that valued over more than $10,000.
Mardi Gras Columbia festival kicks off this weekend with family-friendly fun
The Mardi Gras Columbia Festival and parade kicks off this Saturday, March 2 at City Roots Farm.
Potential 2020 Presidential candidate Sherrod Brown in Columbia
[gtxvideo vid='ChtyAdUN' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/ChtyAdUN.jpg' vtitle='Potential 2020 Presidential candidate Sherrod Brown stops'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Another potential presidential candidate was in the Midlands Friday (3/1) afternoon. Ohio Senator Sherrod Brown visited Fast Forward on Devine Street. Fast Forward is a community…
Excessive force in question: Florence County Sheriff says, 'our officers did nothing wrong'
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- It is a subject that can make many people uncomfortable, but it as a topic that has come up all across the country. What is excessive force and where do…
Orangeburg deputies arrest two men accused of trafficking meth, heroin
Orangeburg deputies have arrested two men on drug-related charges after a motorist reported a man with a gun.
New film coming to the Nickelodeon tackles mental illness
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- A screening of a new movie hopes to bring attention to mental health. According to organizers it will also give those in attendance the resources they need…
St. Andrews job fair to be hosted on tomorrow at Columbia High
The Saint Andrews Job Fair will be hosted tomorrow (Saturday, March 2) to those seeking job opportunities on a local, state and federal level.
SC Human Trafficking Task Force meets
[gtxvideo vid='zrSJJ68w' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/zrSJJ68w.jpg' vtitle='SC Human Trafficking Task Force meets'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The South Carolina Human Trafficking Task Force wrapped up a meeting Friday at the City of West Columbia Municipal complex. Task force members discussed updates from the regional task…
Columbia Police re-arrest suspect involved in multiple burglaries
Columbia Police Department say they have re-arrested a suspect involved in multiple burglaries in 2017 and in 2018.
Health & Fitness Game hosted by University of South Carolina Women's Basketball and DSS
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Are you ready tp hoop it up for fitness? The Department of Social Services is hosting the 2019 annual Health & Fitness Game along with the University of South Carolina Women’s Basketball Team. The sixth annual event…
Craftsman's Classic returns to Columbia this weekend
If you feel like springing into the next season you are not alone. The Spring Craftsman's Classic is coming back to Columbia for their annual event.
