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WATCH: Lochte Damage Control

Olympic Medalist Ryan Lochte is on an apology tour as he awaits possible punishment over armed robbery story while in Rio.

Myrtle Beach, S.C. (WOLO) -- The summer may be winding down, but you still have time to get in one more guilt free getaway. You won't have to go far to take advantage of a little rest and relaxation. Click…

WATCH: Final Medal Count of the Olympics

[gtxvideo vid='BFEjLhr9' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/BFEjLhr9.jpg' vtitle='WATCH: Final Medal Count of the Olympics'] RIO DE JANEIRO (WOLO) -- The Olympic flame is out in Rio de Janeiro and we're already counting down the days until the next summer games in Tokyo. Team USA…

Watch: Airline Complaints Down

[gtxvideo vid='QdRVAvld' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/QdRVAvld.jpg' vtitle='Watch: Airline Complaints Down'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Watch: Airline Complaints are down according to a new study. Our Rochelle Dean has more.

Timberlake Youth Triathlon Information

LEXINGTON, S.C. – The Lexington County Sheriff’s Department is partnering with Timberlake Plantation and the Timberlake Country Club to sponsor the sixth annual Timberlake Youth Triathlon in Chapin on Aug. 27. Children 12 and under will compete at the Timberlake Country…

Lexington Woman Killed in Hit and Run on Millwood Avenue

A Lexington woman died after a hit and run at the intersection of Millwood Avenue and King Street in Columbia Saturday evening, around 7:30 p.m.

Girl Grazed by Bullet in Shooting

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Columbia Police investigators are searching for answers after a young girl was grazed by a bullet during a shooting Saturday morning on McKinley Street. It happened in the 2400 block. Authorities said the girl was taken…

Camden High Wins Annual Fundraiser for Charity

KERSHAW COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - Kershaw County School District High Schools raised more than $47,500 for United Way of Kershaw County in their first week of school. Camden High School raised more than $25,000, winning this year's Caring Cup. This…

Gas Prices Down at the Pump in SC

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- If you're filling up at the pump, you'll have some extra change. According to GasBuddy gasoline prices in Columbia have fallen 1.2 cents per gallon in the past week/ Right now Midlands Drivers are paying an average…

Sumter Man Charged in Murder after Argument

SUMTER, S.C. (WOLO) - Sumter Police say an argument led to a fatal shooting in Sumter Friday afternoon. Investigators have charged Nathan McBride, 74, in the death of Jermaine Williams, 45. They say McBride and Williams were arguing at McBride's home, when…

Watch: In the Kitchen with Local Girl on Food Network Show

[gtxvideo vid='T3D80Rql' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/T3D80Rql.jpg' vtitle='Watch: In the Kitchen with Local Child Food Network Star'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--A Midlands girl is going for the win! An H.E. Corley Elementary School student will take her love of cooking to a competitive level on…

Police body cam funds go to all, including oyster officers

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ South Carolina's funding for police body cameras is being distributed to every agency that applied -- including one that monitors oyster health and scrutinizes pharmacists. After a bystander's video last year showed a white North Charleston…

Bride and Groom's Wedding Coincides With Llama Convention

There was no llama drama for this bride and groom at their wedding after party —- only a whole llama fun!

SC Carriage Horse Rides Under Review in Charleston

CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) - While Charleston will review its rules on carriage horses and mules working in hot weather, a local animal advocacy group says more than how the heat affects the animals should be studied. A group known as…

Watch: What is a Smart Tattoo?

[gtxvideo vid='2w51ZtIN' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/2w51ZtIN.jpg' vtitle='Watch: What is a Smart Tattoo? '] (CNN)--MIT researchers have created tattoos that function as interfaces for smartphones and other digital devices. These tattoos can receive and send information, serving as wearable devices that add a personal…

Watch: Deep Fried Twinkies to Hit Shelves

[gtxvideo vid='QQfU4fwN' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/QQfU4fwN.jpg' vtitle='Watch: Deep Fried Twinkies to Hit Shelves'] WOLO-- Get ready for the taste of the State Fair found on store shelves. We're talking about Deep Fried Twinkies which are normally staples on the midway at the state…

Judge Wants Closed Hearing for Roof Case Request

CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) - A federal judge in South Carolina says he wants to close a hearing next month to consider a defense request to keep some evidence out of the trial of Dylann Roof in the Charleston church shootings.…

Watch: Experts: Zika Virus Not Spreading in Flood Ravaged Areas

[gtxvideo vid='WFuKT6f9' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/WFuKT6f9.jpg' vtitle='Watch: Experts: Zika Virus Not Spreading in Flood Ravaged Areas'] Experts say fears of Mosquitoes with the Zika Virus spreading in Flood ravaged areas not a major concern. Federal Officials say flooding and storms boost the mosquito…