Archives: August 2020

Weather Blog

Isaias Was Very Destructive

John Farley,

Although the storm was “only” a category 1 hurricane at its peak, Isaias caused a tremendous amount of damage – likely topping $1bill. For starters it knocked out power to 6.8 million customers from Puerto Rico, up the eastern US, and finally into Canada. For a complete recap of the storm, check this out: https://yaleclimateconnections.org/2020/08/tropical-storm-isaias-updates-from-eye-on-the-storm/ Categories: Weather Blog
Health, Local News

One city measures coronavirus spike by focusing on sewer system

Clemson uses city wastewater to monitor spike in COVID-19 cases
Associated Press,

Officials in one South Carolina city say proof that the recent spike in cases has ended can be found in the city’s sewer. Clemson has been measuring the city’s wastewater each week since May. Officials say they saw a spike in the wastewater in June that matched the states spike in cases, but cases leveled out in late July. Lately,…

Cola Parks And Rec
Digital Exclusives and Features, Health, Local News, Richland

Columbia Parks and Recreation offer free meals

Breakfast and lunch will be provided for residents 18 and younger
ABC Columbia Staff,

Image: Columbia Parks and Recreation Logo Columbia, SC (WOLO)— The City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department is teaming up with a local faith based organization in order to help feed a community need. As families get ready to begin a new school year, the City of Columbia is giving you one less thing to worry about. Columbia Parks and…