Author: ABC Columbia Staff

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Lexington, Local News

Midlands experiences severe flash flooding in several areas

Several places around the area are battling standing water after flash flooding rushes through
ABC Columbia Staff,

Lexington Co., SC (WOLO) — The last several days of rain has left several areas under water after flash flooding hit the area. ABC Columbia news crews have been surveying the area as crews step in to help those effected by the standing water. The Lexington Sheriff’s Department shared these images on Twitter after water flooded at the Churchill Apartments…
Health, National News

Three types of nasal sprays recalled over ‘superpotency’ concerns

The FDA says the man-made hormone could cause seizures, coma, or death
ABC Columbia Staff,

(The Associated Press) FILE – (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin) Columbia, SC (WOLO) — The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is recalling three forms of nasal spray they say could have too much of a man-made hormone. Ferring Pharmaceuticals, the maker of the sprays decided to pull after the impacted products after discovering “superpotency or amounts of desmopressin higher than specified,”. The…

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…

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Local News

Brothers arrested, accused of attempted murder, armed robbery

Authorities say the incident took place at an Orangeburg convenience store in broad daylight
ABC Columbia Staff,

Image: OCSO (left: Ira Fanning/Right: James Driggers) Orangeburg,SC  (WOLO) —- Two suspects have been arrested after Orangeburg authorities say the two were involved in an armed robbery last month where the clerk of the store was shot. Officials say 28 year old James Driggers and his half brother, 19 year old Ira Fanning have been charged with armed robbery and…
Digital Exclusives and Features

CMA accepting student art inspired by ‘Black is Beautiful’ exhibit

Students from elementary to college are welcome to enter
ABC Columbia Staff,

Columbia,SC (WOLO)— The Columbia Museum of Art has been showcasing a new exhibition displaying photographs taken from the 1950’s through 1960’s by famed photographer Kwame Braithwaite. The exhibit showcasing Braithwaite’s legendary work runs through September 6, 2020,  has inspired a new generation of artists, and the Columbia Museum of Art wants you to share your work. CMA is hosting their…

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ColaToday launches pen pal project to help you connect

submit your online form no later than Wednesday August 5
ABC Columbia Staff,

Image: ColaToday Columbia,SC  (WOLO) — Over the last  nearly five months many people have been trying to adjust to a new ‘normal’. Some in the middle of quarantining, social distancing, and others working from home trying to stay as safe as possible during the coronavirus pandemic. While the safety protocols are in place help keep you and your family safe,…

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