Irmo's Dustin Johnson falls flat in final round, as Brooks Koepka wins back-to-back US Opens
Dustin Johnson, part of the four-way tie for the lead to start the final round, couldn’t keep up with one of his best friends.
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Paleopalooza draws crowds to annual event at State Museum
[gtxvideo vid='C4hNvsWf' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/C4hNvsWf.jpg' vtitle='Paleopalooza draws crowds to annual event at State Muse'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-Talk about a walk on the wild side of natural history. Many visitors got to hang out with dinosaurs over the weekend. On Saturday, the South…
Obama Foundation Leadership Corp Kicks off in Columbia
[gtxvideo vid='zwPM2ht0' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/zwPM2ht0.jpg' vtitle='Obama Foundation Community Corp Kicks off in Columbia'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--A new program designed to motivate our area youth kicked off Saturday. The Richland Library was the site of the Obama Foundation Columbia Leadership Corps kickoff. The…
Annual Father's Day Cookout in Columbia to be Held with Mayor
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The City of Columbia is celebrating Dads with a cookout. City officials announced you can, once again, join Mayor Steve Benjamin for a celebration of fathers at the third annual Father’s Day Cookout on Sunday, June 17 from…
Small Talk with Bootsy Collins, Legendary Bassist
[gtxvideo vid='WThmIJlm' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/WThmIJlm.jpg' vtitle='Bootsy Collins'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--South Carolinians got the chance to meet with a legendary bassist who backed up James Brown. Friday at the Richland Library Bootsy Collins made an appearance. From his funky times on the Psychedelic…
Lexington Police Searching for Possible Teen Suspects in Car break ins
[gtxvideo vid='MEXYCozG' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/MEXYCozG.jpg' vtitle='Lexington Police Searching for Possible Teen Suspects'] LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)--Lexington Police are searching for suspects caught on surveillance breaking into cars. Police say numerous vehicles were rummaged through, and the suspects went from vehicle to vehicle opening…
Columbia Fire Chief Appointed to SC State Association of Fire Chiefs
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Columbia Fire Chief Aubrey D. Jenkins was appointed 2nd vice president of the SC State Association of Fire Chiefs, according to City of Columbia officials. The fire chiefs conference is being held in Columbia and wrapped…
South Carolina toddler dies; cause of death investigated
SPARTANBURG, S.C. (AP) - Authorities are investigating the cause of death of a South Carolina toddler whose body temperature was high when emergency responders began treating him. Spartanburg police Lt. Doug Harwell says the father of 18-month-old King Trammel called…
City Water Officials urge customers to verify official Door Hangar Notices
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) -- Columbia Water is asking residents to be on alert for misleading door hangar notices. Water officials say there are some misleading service shut off notices showing up on the doors of some Irmo homes. According to water…
Get Ready for PaleoPalooza at the State Museum
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- It's time for PaleoPalooza at the South Carolina State Museum. The event takes place Saturday, June 16, from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Museum organizers say you can expect a full day of natural history featuring flying birds of…
Dads say "me time" tops Father's Day wish list
Thinking about what to get dear old dad for Father's day? The perfect gift may be as simple as a little space.
Jamming Prison Cell Phones
Tests to jam the signal that is allowing prisoners to use illegal cell phones appear to be successful though still in the beginning stages.
Kellogg's recalls Honey Smacks after salmonella outbreak
[gtxvideo vid='beZ7XanV' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/beZ7XanV.jpg' vtitle='Kellogg's recalls Honey Smacks after salmonella outbrea'] (WOLO) - Kellogg's is recalling Honey Smacks following a salmonella outbreak. Cases in 31 states have been linked to the cereal. The CDC says the outbreak has affected 73 people…
Shrimping off SC coast open for business next week
[gtxvideo vid='XWCXZupB' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/XWCXZupB.jpg' vtitle='Shrimping off SC coast open for business next week'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - A key area for South Carolina shrimpers will open next week after a long delay because of cold weather. The Department of Natural Resources says…
Lifesaving advancements on display at fire and rescue convention
[gtxvideo vid='ZmVY8BKh' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/ZmVY8BKh.jpg' vtitle='Lifesaving advancements on display at fire and rescue c'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Firefighters and EMT's got a first hand look at some of the latest in life-saving technology. More than 150 exhibitors packed the Columbia Convention…
State Rep: McMaster Team wanted candidate to protest election results to delay runoff
A state Rep claims Henry McMaster's team offered to back a protest of the 4th district seat, which could have had an impact on the race for Governor.
Palmetto Boys and Girls State
Hundreds of South Carolina students get an up close and personal chance to experience what it's like to work in Government during the annual Boys and Girls State.
S.C. First Steps Relinquishes Nearly $7 Million Grant, Closes Early Head Start Program
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- During Friday's South Carolina’s First Steps Board of Trustees meeting, parents of young children, childcare providers and teachers pleaded to keep the Early Head Start program going, but it wasn’t enough.…
Strip club owner pleads guilty to operating without a license
Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)--Deputies say a Richland County man pleaded guilty Monday to two counts of operating a business without a business license. LeroyGreen, 65, is the owner…
SC jobless rate down slightly
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- South Carolina's unemployment rate dipped slightly in May. According to the Department of Employment and Workforce 1,800 new jobs were created last month as the unemployment rate dropped…
