Water shortage causes Lexington middle school to dismiss early
According to officials with Lexington County School District One Gilbert Middle School will close early today due to a water shortage caused by a water main break.
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19 show horses die in northwestern Georgia barn fire
Nineteen show horses died when a barn went up in flames over the weekend, fire officials in northwestern Georgia said.
Police investigating armed robbery
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Columbia police are investigating an armed robbery. Investigators say it happened at the 7-Up Mini Mart on Leesburg Rd. According to police no one was hurt. If you have any information on this…
Instagram will censor posts about suicide
(CNN) - Instagram will block posts about suicide, after facing pressure to stop showing graphic content. It all started earlier this year, when British teen Molly Russell killed herself after…
Popeyes chicken sandwich returning Nov 3
The wait is almost over!
Lexington YMCA closing its doors after 60 years of business
After more than 60 years of providing the Lexington community with its services, the family YMCA is shutting its doors.
Lyft offering free rides to job interviews
Lyft is launching a new initiative that gives riders free or discounted rides to job interviews — and for the first three weeks of employment.
Uber driver uses shopping spree to cheer up mom with sick baby in the hospital
A chance meeting gave an Uber driver the chance to brighten a mother's day who needed a ride from the hospital where her infant son was recovering from surgery.
Benedict College students express concern over being in dorms during President's visit
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) --It’s been three days since President Trump stopped by the Midlands, but several Benedict College students have mixed feelings about how the weekend’s events were carried out. A handful of students…
Three arrested in deadly Newberry Co. shooting, leaving one dead
Three men are charged and arrested in connection to a fatal shooting that happened at the Hartford Community in Newberry on October 27.
SC coroner: Man found slumped over bike was fatally stabbed
A South Carolina coroner says a man found slumped over his bicycle was fatally stabbed.
SC sex offenders on probation/parole will have Halloween curfew
The South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services will again have a curfew for offenders under its supervision for a sex offense.
Local fifth graders learn about forestry through 'Wood Magic Forest Fair' program
This week, the South Carolina Forestry Commission is holding its annual Wood Magic Forest Fair for fifth graders across the Midlands. It's a day program of forestry-related educational experiences and demonstrations.
Deputies: Founder of Soda City arrested on harassment charges
CEO & Founder of Soda City Market, Emile Defelice, was arrested and charged for harassment 2nd degree, according to the Richland County Sheriff's Office.
Don't be tricked! Phone scam targets Dominion Energy customers, asking for gift cards
Phone scamming, has become more frequent and more sophisticated.
Tips for a safe and Happy Halloween!
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- Prisma Health Richland has some simple steps you can take to make sure your little ghouls and goblins have a happy trick or treating experience. Trick-or-Treating Make sure your child eats dinner before setting out. Children will…
Suspects try to steal ATM from Forest Drive CVS
Suspects try to steal ATM from Forest Drive CVS
Dept. of Corrections to classify inmates by behavior
Columbia, S.C. (AP)--The director of South Carolina's prisons says his agency will begin classifying inmates by their behavior behind bars, not the crime they committed. Corrections Director Bryan Stirling says the…
One dead, one injured following fight at weekend party
Newberry Co., S.C. (WOLO)-- One man was killed and another injured after a fight at the Hartford Community Center in Newberry county Saturday. Deputies say several people fired shots during the dispute. According to investigators they do not know much…
Police: car crashes into building in attempt to steal ATM
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Around 3am Monday morning Columbia Police say someone tried to steal an ATM by ramming a car into a building. Investigators say it happened at the CVS pharmacy on the 2700 block of Forest Dr. Fortunately no one…
