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SC EMD: Storm Safety precautions for residents during Michael
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- As Michael tracks through Florida and Georgia, South Carolina could feel impacts most of Thursday. According to SC Emergency management officials, residents should take the following safety precautions: Have a plan for where you will go if…
Red Cross Aiding Victims Following Hurricane Michael
Columbia, S.C .(WOLO)-- The American Red Cross is mobilizing in the wake of Hurricane Michael. According to the organization has mobilized hundreds of people to aid those in the path of the record-breaking storm. The Red Cross says more…
Richland Co. Council narrowly approves tax cuts for gun manufacturer
A tax break for a gun company in the Midlands was approved by the Richland County Council.
City leaders urge residents to prepare for Michael
City leaders are watching Hurricane Michael and urging residents to prepare as the storm makes it way to the Midlands
State Fair will close Thursday due to Hurricane Michael impacts
[gtxvideo vid='DmsOuNiW' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/DmsOuNiW.jpg' vtitle='FairRainyStart'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- The South Carolina State Fair will close Thursday, Oct. 11, because of Hurricane Michael and the potential impacts to the Midlands area. According to an email, the South Carolina State Fair had…
Utility crews stage for storm damage after Michael rolls through
[gtxvideo vid='oU7wWRPg' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/oU7wWRPg.jpg' vtitle='PowerPreps'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Utilities throughout the Midlands are preparing for the possibility of widespread power outages Thursday (10/10). SCE&G has utility trucks lined up at Columbia Motor Speedway ready to respond after Michael rolls through…
Hurricane Michael on a path of destruction
Hurricane Michael made landfall with a fury, destroying much of everything in it's path. Take a look at some of the images coming in from Panama City Florida where Michael made landfall.
SC State Fair closing Thursday as Michael approaches
The South Carolina State Fair announced that it will close Thursday Oct. 11 as Hurricane Michael reaches the Midlands.
American Red Cross to open shelters as Hurricane Michael approaches
The American Red Cross is preparing to open shelters for those who need alternative places to stay during the storm. Click here to see which locations are available near you.
ABC Columbia's update on Hurricane Michael
Chief Meteorologist John Farley is tracking Hurricane Michael as it approaches the Midlands
Lexington Country officials preparing for Hurricane Michael
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO) -- Lexington County officials say they are continuing to monitor the track of hurricane Michael as it moves towards South Carolina Thursday morning. County officials say they will convene at 4 a.m. to determine County operations Thursday,…
ABC Columbia Weather Update-Tracking Hurricane Michael
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State of Emergency remains in SC
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Columbia Fire Department to host Parade on Saturday
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The City of Columbia’s annual Fire Prevention Parade will be held Saturday October 13, 2018. The parade is set to kick off at 11am at W.A. Perry Middle School. The parade route will move down Barhamville Road and…
Kanye set to visit the White House
Rapper and music producer Kanye West is expected to attend a meeting at the White House with President Donald Trump. Click here to see what they plan to discuss.
Taylor Swift makes first political statement, surge in voter registration
Taylor Swift is known for her music, but this year the star did something she has never done before.
Candidates heat up in final stretch of Senate race in SC
On Tuesday night, candidates vying for Senate District 20 took part in a forum hosted by the United Way and Goodwill.
