USDA issues alert about salads, wraps due to parasite worry
Federal authorities have issued a public health alert about more than two dozen beef, pork and poultry salad and wrap products as a precaution due to possible parasite contamination.
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SC Tax Free Weekend Ahead
[gtxvideo vid='35fxglhf' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/35fxglhf.jpg' vtitle='SC Tax Free Weekend Ahead'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Mark your calendar, it's almost time for the Tax Free Weekend. The SC Department of Revenue has released the dates for the annual sales tax holiday. It will run…
"I had to make a lot of sacrifices just to get by": Former VC Summer Employees struggling a year later
FAIRFIELD COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- It has been one year since the VC Summer nuclear plant shut down which cost thousands of people their jobs. Some of them are still feeling the…
"What is retirement?" Jeopardy! host Alex Trebek considers leaving game show
[gtxvideo vid='uLg9FUDe' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/uLg9FUDe.jpg' vtitle='Jeopardy host'] (WOLO) - Legendary host Alex Trebek may be looking to retire from 'Jeopardy!' in the next couple of years. Trebek mentioned it during an interview on Fox News. The 78-year-old said there is a 50-50…
Mars makes closest approach to Earth in last 15 years
[gtxvideo vid='qKsJfhMi' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/qKsJfhMi.jpg' vtitle='Mars makes closest approach to Earth in last 15 years'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - If you were up very early Tuesday (7/31) morning you may have seen Mars in a new light. Mars came as close to…
3D printed plastic guns could become legal Wednesday
by Wednesday it could be legal for one state to post downloadable 3D guns for their use, but gun control advocates are firing back asking for a stop before the move becomes law.
SCANA shareholders vote yes for merger with Dominion, but many have reservations
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- SCANA held a special shareholder meeting to vote on whether or not they were going to approve merging with Virginia company Dominion Energy. During the Tuesday meeting, 72 percent…
UPDATE: Lexington Road closed over dam pond concern reopens
Lexington, SC (WOLO) --- We have an update to a story we have been following since it broke earlier this evening. Lexington Police say one Lexington road…
Parts of Jenkinsville under boil water advisory
Jenkinsville, S.C. (WOLO) - Jenkinsville Water Company has put residents under a boil water advisory. The company says residents on Fish Hook Rd, Eagle Trails Rd and Mickey Rd are urged to boil their water before use.
Registration Open for Columbia's Fall Adult Sports Leagues
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Are you ready for some softball? The Columbia Parks & Recreation Department is now accepting registrations for coed adult kickball league, and the men’s and coed softball leagues. According to the City Parks Department, the registration information…
SC among lowest Gas Prices in Nation
[gtxvideo vid='uf7ScGnB' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/uf7ScGnB.jpg' vtitle='SC Among lowest Gas Prices in Nation'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Good news for drivers looking to fill up at the pump According to AAA, our state has among the cheapest gas prices in the country. In South…
Study on "Mom Shaming" sparks debate
An article posted in the New York times is generating some buzz about mommy shaming. Find out what this study has to say about the new unwelcome trend.
Progress of Bullstreet transformation
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- It's been talked about for more than a decade, but now people are starting to see some growth in the Bullstreet district, one restaurant at a time. Developers expect the project…
Fan Appreciation Day Announced
Gamecocks release details about how and when you can take part in upcoming fan appreciation day.
Bone In Barbeque Ribbon Cutting
A new eatery is the first to open as part of the development of the Bull Street corridor.
President threatens government shutdown over border wall funding
[gtxvideo vid='NYZaYArL' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/NYZaYArL.jpg' vtitle='President Threatens Government Shutdown'] WASHINGTON, D.C. (WOLO) - President Trump is threatening another government shutdown. He wants a government spending plan to include funding for a border wall. That threat is even catching some republicans on Capitol…
Consumer Watch: Heating and Cooling Saving Tips
With some summer months temperatures are not the only thing on the rise, so are energy bills. Find out how you can keep your home and wallet from burning up in this Consumer Watch.
Guardians of the Night K9 5K in Richland County Benefited K-9 Unit
[gtxvideo vid='76BaUKRs' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/76BaUKRs.jpg' vtitle='Guardians of the Night K9 5K'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The K-9 Unit with the Richland County Sheriff's Department is benefiting, thanks to volunteers who laced up their shoes over the weekend. Check out these four legged deputies…
Man wanted in early morning Lowe's burglary
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is asking for your help finding a man they say stole more than a thousand dollars worth of items from a home improvement store along Two Notch Road.
Sumter County teens facing attempted murder charges
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