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A Clemson professor given 2019 Environmental Awareness Award

Columbia, SC (WOLO) –A Clemson University professor was honored today for his commitment to the environment. Patrick McMillan was this year’s winner of the South Carolina Environmental Awareness Award. Each year members of the public are invited to submit their choice for a nomination for members of the awards committee.  The award is ultimately given to nominees who influence positive…

Holiday Boating Patrol in Full Force

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)– Many people are spending July 4th outside and one of the more popular spots is Lake Murray. Officers of many different agencies have stepped up patrols ensuring the waterways are safe. Out on the water, everyone is looking to have a lot of fun on the long holiday weekend, but the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources…

WATCH: Celebrating 75 Years of Public Land in S.C.

To celebrate 75 years of public land in South Carolina, the Department of Natural Resources takes us to its newest property just 17 miles east of Columbia

RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) – To celebrate 75 years of public land in South Carolina, the Department of Natural Resources takes us to its newest property just 17 miles east of Columbia. SCDNR acquired the Wateree River Heritage Preserve wildlife management area in June of 2015. Though, the park sustained damage during October’s flooding, so the 3,647 acre site was…