Greg Alia

Feed an Officer Campaign Kicks Off

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – Heroes in Blue’s “Feed an Officer” campaign runs through December 11. Visit a participating restaurants and simply, donate. All donations will be delivered to local departments in Richland and Lexington Counties on December 14th. The idea is to show appreciation for men and women in blue by treating them to a special lunch. On Sunday, December 4,…

Here’s your #TGIT sneak peek at ABC Columbia at 11

We're working hard in the newsroom preparing ABC Columbia News at 11. Let's get you primed before we go live at 11.

I hope you’re enjoying “The Catch” on this #TGIT on ABC Columbia. We’re working hard in the newsroom preparing ABC Columbia News at 11. Let’s get you primed before we go live at 11:   #HEROESINBLUE: Officers and their spouses understand the dangers of the job. Many have told me they find some comfort in the training they receive. But,…

Watch: Intersection to be Renamed After Fallen Officer

The Intersection at Forest Dr. and Beltline Blvd. will be renamed after fallen Forest Acres Police Officer Greg Alia.

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) — The intersection of Forest Drive and Beltline Boulevard will be renamed ‘Officer Gregory Thomas Alia Boulevard,’ after fallen Forest Acres police officer Greg Alia. “Greg was always my hero and I think for those who knew him he was theirs and for many others he’s really become our superhero,” said Greg’s wife, Kassy Alia. For Kassy, renaming…