MAYOR RICKENMANN: Columbia’s new leader addresses residents and discusses plans for next four years at inauguration
The new mayor spoke about helping residents in all walks of life and all parts of Soda City.
Author: Alex Tejada
Columbia children’s home finds way to help kids during Christmas and throughout the year thanks to donations
The children’s home serves not just on its campus but also through foster families.
BACK IN FLIGHT: Columbia airport serving more passengers this holiday season
Crafton says that airport traffic has nearly doubled since this time last year.
SCSU graduates anticipate President Joe Biden’s visit, receiving diplomas
ORANGEBURG, SC (WOLO) — President Joe Biden will be in the Palmetto State on Friday. He will speaking to South Carolina State graduates at its commencement ceremony at Smith-Hammond-Middleton Memorial Center at 1o in the morning. As excited as campus staff is about the event, the students are also buzzing with anticipation for many reasons. Friday is a big day…
SCSU prepares to welcome President Biden for commencement speech
Representative Jim Clyburn was originally set to deliver the fall commencement speech at SCSU’s graduation. He called the interim president last week to tell him about a change in plans.
TOYS FOR TOTS: Lexington Police Department makes Christmas special for kids in need thanks to community partners
The toys are now loaded up to go to kids in need in Lexington County and five surrounding counties.
ONE-ON-ONE: DHEC epidemiologist advises cautious holiday break as state sees increase in COVID cases
“If you’re 20 years old, healthy, unvaccinated and you don’t think you need to get vaccinated, you need to think about what you could bring home from college and could give to another family member,” the epidemiologist said.
Irmo park adds additional acres after recent purchase
The mayor hopes the park will see the addition of retail space, a multipurpose pavilion and possibly a farmers market.
GUNS IN SCHOOLS: Richland Two partners with other school districts and agencies for gun safety initiative
“We can put up metal detectors and create all kinds of policies and procedures. At the end of the day, if it is just us involved in that effort, we won’t be successful.”
SC governor recognizes Columbia High School computer science program
“It’s a good thing because this is a major military state,” McMaster said.
