Author: ABC Columbia Staff

Lexington PD offers rape aggression defense class

Image: Lexington PD Lexington, SC (WOLO) —- If you have ever thought about taking a self defense class to learn how to protect yourself again sexual assault,  here is your chance. The Lexington Police Department is currently looking for applicants to take part in their upcoming Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) training class which will be taught by officers who are…

Where to get your free vaccinations before flu season hits

Columbia, SC (WOLO) — Like it or not, flu season is right around the corner and you want to make sure are ready before it starts making the rounds. Influenza activity typically starts to increase in October and peaks between December and February. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention CDC says about eight percent of Americans get the flu each…

Tonight on Prime on ABC

(WOLO) —Stay tuned to ABC Columbia as all of your favorite shows come on tonight starting with the Grey’s Anatomy, then at 9PM the season premiere of “A Million Little Things”. The action is only getting started as you can catch the latest on the ABC thriller ” How to get Away With Murder” at 10PM. Followed by ABC Columbia…

Prisma Health to offer free flu shots

Columbia,SC (WOLO)—- Flu season is almost here and most health experts say getting a vaccine each year is one of the best ways to ward off the illness. Starting Sunday,  Prism Health is doing there part to help you and your family stay flu free by offering flu vaccines at several locations at no cost. Prisma Health registered nurses will…

13th Annual Ovarian Cancer Butterfly release held today

Columbia,SC (WOLO)— September is National Ovarian Cancer month.  Each year to pay homage to those who spread their wings in transition, and those who’ve survived, a butterfly release is held on the front lawn of the South Carolina State house.  The yearly butterfly release for ovarian cancer takes place September 26th in an effort to to raise awareness of this…