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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…

Sheriff: Woman kills jail escapee who kicks in her door

An inmate who had escaped from a county jail in South Carolina was shot and killed by a woman after he kicked in her back door.

Columbia Police captures accused Harbison Walmart shooter

Columbia Police have captured the suspect accused of shooting at officers at the Walmart in Harbison overnight.

Celebrate the holidays from around the world

The Columbia Art Center hosts a holiday event to help you enjoy the sights and sounds of the holiday from around the world.

High end auto interior manufacturer bringing 500 jobs to SC

[gtxvideo vid='k1rpQVz6' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/k1rpQVz6.jpg' vtitle='SpartanburgJobs'] SPARTANBURG, S.C. (WOLO) - A top automotive supplier called Draxlmaier has completed a new 42.7 million dollar expansion of its existing operations facility in Duncan creating 460 additional jobs. Draxlmaier produces interiors for high end automobiles. Hiring…