Archives: August 2020

Columbia to ring in the new year virtually

Courtesy:FHNY Photo: Jeff Blake Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)– We’re all eager to see 2021 get here, but don’t plan on ringing in the new year in downtown Columbia. Organizers say this year’s Famously Hot New Year’s celebration will be virtual, although final details have not yet been determined. “Although the concept of the event may shift, it will still be focused…

Columbia Animal Services to waive adoption fees for Clear the Shelter event

August 14, 2020 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Are you looking for a furry friend? As part of the Clear The Shelters event, Columbia Animal Services says they will be waiving all adoption fees on August 14, 2020 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. There are some things you need to know, due to COVID-19 restrictions. Columbia Animal Services says they have maximum capacity of…

Fundraiser underway for deputy badly injured in crash

Courtesy: Serve and Connect Lexington Co., S.C. (WOLO)–A local non-profit is asking for your help getting a deputy back on his feet. A spokesperson for Serve and Connect says on July 27th while responding to a report of a suicidal person, a car struck Deputy Cameron Cain’s Tahoe on Meadowfield Rd. Officials say Deputy Cain suffered injuries to his neck…

Dominion Energy to perform tree trimming in several Columbia neighborhoods

COLUMBIA SC (WOLO)– Residents in several downtown neighborhoods,  including the Bradley Community and Lake Katherine, will see tree trimming activities over the next two weeks. According to Dominion Energy, they will perform tree trimming activities along overhead utility lines in the following neighborhoods: Bradley Community Council Rochelle Heights/ Victory Garden Grove Park Neighborhood Association Bradley Community Council Druid Hills Neighborhood Association…