DHEC: 294 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, no additional deaths in SC
DHEC reports 294 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 and no additional deaths in the Palmetto State.
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Clemson will freeze undergraduate tuition next school year
South Carolina's Clemson University has announced it is freezing tuition rates and fees for the upcoming school year. School officials announced Tuesday that the freeze would apply for all in-state and out-of-state undergraduate students for the 2021-2022 academic year.
SC man to pay over half a million dollars in restitution after forcing man to work in restaurant without pay
A man in Conway will have to pay more than half a million dollars in restitution after forcing a man with intellectual disabilities to work in a restaurant without pay.
Democratic candidate for Governor Joe Cunningham in Columbia to hold campaign kickoff event
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Happening Tuesday, Democratic candidate for Governor Joe Cunningham will hold an evening campaign kickoff event in Columbia. Cunningham also announced he will be making an earlier stop Tuesday afternoon in Columbia The former U.S. Representative will meet…
Mexico City metro overpass collapses onto road; at least 23 dead
A subway in Mexico City on an overpass collapsed onto a busy road, killing at least 23 and injuring at least 70.
Honoring Midlands teen found shot to death last week
Columbia, SC (WOLO) ---- It was an emotional day for family and friends who gathered for a celebration of life in memory of 15 year old Sanaa Amenhotep. Three people have been arrested in…
Health experts says U.S. may never see herd immunity
(CNN) -- -The U.S. may never see herd immunity against COVID-19. That's what at least one physician says. The good news is that even without herd immunity, most people could still be able…
Democratic Candidate for Governor Joe Cunningham to hold campaign kick off event in Columbia
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Democratic candidate for Governor Joe Cunningham will hold a campaign kickoff event Tuesday in Columbia. The former U.S. Representative will meet with supporters at the River Rat Brewery at 6pm. Cunningham will face activist Gary Votour in…
Midlands Gives kicks off online giving challenge for local non-profits
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The time for you to give back to Midlands Non Profits is almost here. The annual ‘Midlands Gives’ kicks off Tuesday, May 4 with 18 hours of online giving. The online…
Gas Prices on the rise as we head into Summer Season
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- If you are filling up at the pump, gas prices are rising...again. Right now in the Midlands, drivers are paying an average of $2.54 a gallon, according to Gas Buddy. Prices…
DHEC: 398 new Coronavirus cases and 4 additional deaths reported in South Carolina
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, on Monday, announced 398 new confirmed cases of COVID-19. DHEC also reported 4 additional confirmed deaths from Coronavirus. According to health officials, the percent positive was 4.3% Health…
Comet Bus System offering Free COVID-19 Vaccine at Transit Hub
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The Comet Bus system, Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority, is partnering with Health Force, LLC, to offer free COVID-19 vaccinations. You can get a shot at the COMET Central transit…
Prisma Health moving COVID-19 vaccination site to Colonial Life Arena
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Prisma Health will open a new COVID-19 vaccination site this week at Colonial Life Arena. The move, say officials, is meant to better accommodate the summer temperatures. The site…
Prisma Health moving vaccination site to Colonial Life Arena
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Prisma Health is moving its COVID-19 vaccination site from Gamecock Park to Colonial Life Arena. The move, say officials, is meant to better accommodate the summer temperatures. The last day…
Red flag fire alert for South Carolina this weekend
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- There is a statewide Red Flag Fire Alert in effect this weekend. That means the South Carolina Forestry Commission is urging you…
Lexington Co. Deputies: 3 arrested in connection with death of missing teen
Lexington County, SC (WOLO)-- Lexington County Deputies say they have arrested three people in connection with the shooting death of a 15 year old missing teen. According to officials, 18 year old Treveon Nelson…
US extends face-mask requirement on planes until September
WASHINGTON (AP) - The U.S. is keeping in place a requirement that people wear masks on planes and all other forms of public transit because of COVID-19. The Transportation Security Administration said Friday that the requirement will stay through at…
Leesville man accused of breaking into ex's home
Lexington, SC (WOLO) --- The Lexington Sheriff's Department has arrested a man accused of breaking into his ex's home after the victim ended the relationship.…
DHEC emphasizes the importance of wearing masks in schools
This afternoon, DHEC held a meeting where they emphasized the importance of kids wearing masks while they are in school. Officials say the goal is herd immunity, but in the meantime we need to protect those who have not been vaccinated yet and that means children.
SC Forestry Commission urges you to avoid burning things outdoors this weekend
There is a statewide Red Flag Fire Alert in effect this weekend. That means the South Carolina Forestry Commission is urging you not to do any outdoor burning.
