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'Bike to a Ball Game' from the State House

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Get ready to pedal. You can join the Cola Town Bike Collective on a ride from the Statehouse to Spirit Communications Park to watch the Columbia Fireflies host Greenville. Organizers say they will be rolling from the…

Pools and Splash Pads Open in City of Columbia

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Are you ready to make a splash?   The City of Columbia has announced the Maxcy Gregg Pool located at 1655 Park Circle and Greenview Park Pool will be open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on opening day, Saturday May 26.…

Richland Renaissance project put on hold after firing of county administrator

[gtxvideo vid='zE9NOTBv' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/zE9NOTBv.jpg' vtitle='Richland Renaissance put on hold'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - The Richland Renaissance project has been put on hold. Councilman Seth Rose says the council voted Thursday (5/25) to freeze funds for the project that would turn most…

DNR offers courtesy boat inspections Memorial Day Weekend

[gtxvideo vid='YZnLwYMb' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/YZnLwYMb.jpg' vtitle='DNR Offers Boat Safety Checks'] Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) - In an effort to keep people and waterways safe during Memorial Day weekend, SCDNR law enforcement will be conducting courtesy boat inspections at public boat landings around the state.…

Memorial Day Weekend Travel

As you get ready to hit the road for the Memorial Day weekend, you'll need to pack your patience and your pocketbook. AAA predicts you'll see more traffic and higher gas prices

RCSD searches for robbery, assault suspect

Richland County, S.C. (WOLO) - Richland County Sheriff's Office is searching for a woman wanted in connection with robbery and aggravated assault shown in the video below. Officials say that the incident took place at the BP Gas Station on…

Spoleto Festival Kicks off in South Carolina

CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) - The 42nd annual Spoleto Festival USA is kicking off in South Carolina. The arts festival started at noon Friday in front of Charleston City Hall. The international festival features more than 150 performances. The festival runs…

Donate: Boots and Badges Blood Drive

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Midlands Fire Fighters, Police Officers, and Deputies are getting a jump on their Memorial Day holiday by giving the gift of life. They're taking part in this year's "Boots and Badges Blood Drive" sponsored by the Red Cross.…

President Trumps backs out of talks with North Korea

[gtxvideo vid='JhF6XZCb' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/JhF6XZCb.jpg' vtitle='President Trumps backs out of talks with North Korea'] (WOLO, ABC NEWS) - The sudden about-face from the President comes after North Korea released a statement once again threatening to pull out of the talks and insulting…

2018 Hurricane Season

NOAA releases their predictions for the 2018 Hurricane Season as the state gets ready for the beginning if hurricane season.

Missouri's Athletic Director apologizes, Staley settles lawsuit

Missouri athletic director Jim Sterk has apologized to Carolina head women's basketball coach Dawn Staley for comments he made almost four months ago, claiming Staley promoted an abusive and racist atmosphere during the Tigers' game at Colonial Life Arena this January.

Orangeburg Escapee Update

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- The nation-wide manhunt continues for Curtis Green who is one of three who escaped Orangeburg County Jail last Saturday. The other two escapees, Christopher Boltin and Tyshon Johnson are back…

McMaster approves tax credit for Exceptional Needs Children's Fund

  [gtxvideo vid='wIDW0yGL' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/wIDW0yGL.jpg' vtitle='Special needs bill signing'] Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) - Governor Henry McMaster signed a bill today that boosted funding for special needs groups around the state. The governor was joined by children with special needs and their…

Richland Co. Recreation Commission Names New Executive Director

Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)--The Richland County Recreation Commission has a new executive director. Thursday the commission announced Lakita Watson will take over the top spot. Watson comes to Richland County from Virginia where she spent 20 years as a parks…

City of Columbia Pools to Open Memorial Day Weekend

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Are you ready to make a splash?   The City of Columbia has announced the Maxcy Gregg Pool located at 1655 Park Circle and Greenview Park Pool will be open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on opening day, Saturday May 26.…

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