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Lake Murray decks the halls for annual Christmas event

An annual tradition is getting ready to light up some faces and spirits in Lake Murray this weekend during a free holiday event.

Large quantity of meth, marijuana seized from married couple: Police

Lexington County narcotics agents arrested 34-year-old Nicholas Rattray and 25-year-old Kaitlin Rattray on mulitple charges after seizing drugs during a search warrant at a Leesville home.

Bobby Hitt to remain on McMaster cabinet as Secretary of Commerce

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Gov. Henry McMaster says Bobby Hitt will stay in his administration as Secretary of Commerce. McMaster said Thursday that Hitt agreed to remain at the agency he has directed for nearly eight years. McMaster's office says…

Kidnapping suspect wanted in Orangeburg County

Orangeburg County Sheriff's are asking for your help identifying and locating a suspect accused of kidnapping.

UPDATE: Sumter man accused in several shootings is arrested

A reward is being offered to help arrest a "person of interest" accused in several shootings, one authorities say injured a teen, another that's resulted in the death of a 54 year old.

Family of North Carolina teen found dead gets new home

The family of a North Carolina teen who was kidnapped and killed has been given a new home while FBI is still investigating.

Paper lantern workshop prepares for the darkest day of the year

City Park Rangers and the Columbia Art Center teamed up Wednesday night to host a paper lantern workshop in leu of the Winter Solstice Lantern Parade.

SCSO: Man attempted to buy a car with a forged check

A Florence man has been arrested for trying to buy a car with a counterfeit check.

Richland One hosts first ever school showcase

The Richland One School District had a first ever showcase of schools Wednesday night.

Kroger's Atlanta Division, including SC, not effected by major beef recall

According to Felix Turner, Kroger's Atlanta Division corporate affairs manager, stores located in Georgia, Eastern Alabama and South Carolina are not affected by the recent ground beef recall.

Man accused of shooting at Columbia police officers denied bond

COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- An Orangeburg man accused of shooting at police officers will stay behind bars after a judge denied bond Tuesday afternoon. Stanley Lubkin,30, now faces 30-year-old suspect now faces two counts of…

A fresh produce processor is growing in the Midlands

On Tuesday, McEntire Produce announced it is expanding its operations in Richland County.

With just 20 days to Christmas, Santa made an special early stop

Christmas is just 20 days away, but Wednesday morning, the man of the hour took time out of his busy schedule to visit some special kids.

A new technology company is open for business in Columbia

On Wednesday afternoon, city leaders were on hand for a ribbon cutting ceremony for CapGemini, a consulting and technology services firm.

Police: Woman arrested with felony stolen goods charge

LEXINGTON, S.C. (WOLO) - A 70-year-old Lexington woman has been charged with purchasing stolen goods from a member of law enforcement over two thousand but under 10 thousand in value. According to reports,…

Charter school students have a new college scholarship

Students at some charter schools across the country have a new scholarship opportunity.

Coopertative Ministry's Autos for Opportunity brings joy to one Midlands woman

Sometimes reliable transportation can make all the difference.

Mayor Steve Benjamin fondly remembers meeting President George H.W. Bush

[gtxvideo vid='geK98kx5' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/geK98kx5.jpg' vtitle='BenjaminMeetsBush'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- A tweet that has been liked hundreds of times, Mayor Steve Benjamin shared a moment from his 20s that he’ll never forget. "I stayed up, literally, all night long, because I was afraid…