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President Trump and VP Pence plan campaign visit to South Carolina
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) – The campaign for Governor Henry McMaster Tuesday (6/19) announced that both the President and Vice President are planning a visit to South Carolina. The two will campaign for Governor McMaster ahead of his runoff against John Warren for the GOP nomination for Governor. According to a news release, Vice President Pence will be in South Carolina…
RCSD searching for ‘missing and endangered’ elderly couple
Richland County, SC (WOLO) – The Richland County Sheriff’s Department is searching for an elderly couple who was last seen Monday Night at about 10:15 p.m. Officials say Geraldine Tucker, 80, and her husband Charles Tucker, 84, were last seen at a Shell gas station off of Bluff Rd. .@rcsd is hoping you can help them locate this couple that has…
Sales tax holiday weekend announced
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) – The Department of Revenue has released the dates for the annual “Sales Tax Holiday” weekend. It will run Friday, August 3, through Sunday, August 5th. Some of the tax free items are perfect for back to school shopping. Those include paper, notebooks, pens, pencils, and book bags. Computers, clothing, shoes, bed linens, and bath towels are…
Charleston church shooting victims remembered with week-long events
CHARELSTON, SC (WOLO) – It was three years ago Sunday (6/18), that nine church members lost their lives to convicted Charleston church shooter Dylann Roof. He opened fire inside Mother Emanuel AME. All this week those nine lives are being remembered as the city of Charleston hosts special events. Watch the video above for the full story. Categories: Local News,…
Thief steals multiple cars during test drives, leaves them at other dealerships
SUMTER COUNTY, SC (WOLO) – Authorities are searching for a man accused of stealing new cars from dealership lots, driving them to another area and leaving the stolen car at that car dealership and stealing one of its cars. According to the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office, in the latest incident, he stole a vehicle from a Sumter dealership and drove…
Kellogg’s recalls Honey Smacks after salmonella outbreak
(WOLO) – Kellogg’s is recalling Honey Smacks following a salmonella outbreak. Cases in 31 states have been linked to the cereal. The CDC says the outbreak has affected 73 people and started in early March. No deaths have been reported but 24 people have been hospitalized. The recalled cereal has a “best if used by” date between June 14, 2018…
Shrimping off SC coast open for business next week
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) – A key area for South Carolina shrimpers will open next week after a long delay because of cold weather. The Department of Natural Resources says shrimping grounds within three miles of the coast will open June 19th. Shrimping farther off shore opened Wednesday (6/13). Recent testing shows the number of shrimp available is still below average and…
Lifesaving advancements on display at fire and rescue convention
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) – Firefighters and EMT’s got a first hand look at some of the latest in life-saving technology. More than 150 exhibitors packed the Columbia Convention Center and Colonial Life Arena as the 113th annual Fire and Rescue Conference continued. Organizers say it is amazing to see just how far firefighting has come over the years. The conference…
Strip club owner pleads guilty to operating without a license
Richland Co., S.C. (WOLO)–Deputies say a Richland County man pleaded guilty Monday to two counts of operating a business without a business license. LeroyGreen, 65, is the owner of Laroice Gentleman’s Club on Carrie Anderson Road in Northeast Columbia. On May 10, investigators say, a Richland County deputy arrived at Laroice Gentleman’s Club just before 11pm. Authorities say The deputy…
