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SportsWeek: Spartans track and field sending big contingent to Jr. Olympics
The Carolina Spartans AAU track and field team was back in action last week in the Region 25 Qualifier event held in Monroe, and the outcome was memorable. The Spartans sped their way to the AAU National Junior Olympics by way of 11 individual athletes and six relay teams all qualifying for the event to be held July 27-Aug. 3 at North Carolina A&T. On the boys’ side, 13-year-old Joshua...
Lexington Police requesting public’s help identifying alleged shoplifter
LEXINGTON, S.C. (WOLO)– The Lexington Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying an alleged shoplifter who took items from 7-Eleven, said police. Officers said the shoplifter took merchandise from 7-Eleven on Sunset Boulevard on June 17 and June 18. The items were worth about $100. Anyone...
5-star wide receiver includes South Carolina football among list of top suitors
South Carolina football has two wide receivers committed in the class of 2025. The first pledge of the cycle came from Jayden Sellers, the younger brother of starting quarterback LaNorris Sellers, and the speedy in-state prospect is knocking on the door of a 4-star rating. The second was another receiver....
Suspect charged with murder in late-night shooting
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WACH) — An arrest has been made in one of two deadly shootings in Columbia on Independence Day. Pedro Leon-Rodriquez is charged with murder and possession of a weapon during a violent crime in the death of a 33-year-old man at the Garners Crossing Apartments on Thursday.
Columbia fire crews respond to dozens of fires on the fourth, some firework related
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–The Fourth of July was a busy night for the Columbia-Richland Fire Department. A spokesperson for the department says between 8pm on the 4th and 5am Friday crews responded to nearly 30 fires. of those fires, officials say four were definitely firework-related. Officials say a home on...
Airport High School offering free football camps for youth and moms
Believe it or not, football season is right around the corner. In an effort to get geared up for Friday Night Lights, Airport High school is offering a free football camp for area youth. The Friday Night Lights Youth Football Camp will teach participants some fundamental skills of the game....
How to prevent the summer learning slide
COLUMBIA, S.C. — As students enjoy their summer vacation, some caregivers are concerned about the “Summer Slide” -- when children’s learning falls backward during the months they are not in school. When children aren’t actively learning, they run the risk of losing a portion of what...
Scout Motors Factory Construction Update
Sign up for our popular daily email to catch all the latest EV news!. The construction of Scout Motors‘ new production center in Blythewood, South Carolina, is making significant strides. This state-of-the-art facility, announced in March 2023, promises to create over 4,000 jobs and produce 200,000 vehicles annually. Recent updates highlight the progress made since the first steel beams were erected in May, showcasing advancements across the entire site.
CBS Sports ranks South Carolina football secondary in top half of SEC units
One of the most interesting position groups on the South Carolina football roster is the defensive backfield. The Gamecock secondary has a lot of proven talent at the safety position, though, they haven't always been played in their best spots. There also are a bunch of unproven but still talented players at corner, as well.
Health U: Summer Fun Safety, Urgent Care vs. ER
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - Do you ever feel like you only get sick on the weekends or when your primary doctor isn’t available?. Dr. Jared Stone with Lexington Medical Center is here to discuss when you should go the urgent care versus the ER---and common summertime illnesses you want to be aware of.
Binding Ties’ 13th Back to School Giveaway kicks off July 28th
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – A local non-profit is hosting its annual back to school giveaway to help kids start the school year off right!. Binding Ties’ 13th Back to School Giveaway is from 1 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, July 28 at The Masters Hands Salon at 1700 Decker Blvd., Suite C.
#STRecruiting: At least one major #Gamecocks target set to come off the board Friday
SAF JaDon Blair (6-4 180) of Winston-Salem made his decision from a list consisting of USC, Viginia Tech, Louisville, Notre Dame, Michigan State, Florida State and Penn State. He made official visits to each of the schools. The Gamecocks may not be the choice for Blair, but he certainly felt...
The journey of Julian Phillips has taken him from Blythewood to the Windy City
COLUMBIA, S.C. — He developed into a 5-star prospect after many hours in the Blythewood gymnasium. Julian Phillips finished his high school career at Link Prep in Branson, Missouri, before spending one year at Tennessee. After earning SEC All-Freshman honors for the Volunteers, Julian declared for the NBA Draft...
AC restored at Columbia senior living facility, residents move back in
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) -Residents at a Columbia senior living facility began moving back into their apartments on the Fourth of July after the building had been without air conditioning for days. According to property management, the system that cools Christopher Towers, a high-rise on Devine Street, failed on Monday. Officials...
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