Inside look at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden Giraffe Care
The six giraffes at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden are getting some extra tender loving care lately
Author: Lee Williams
New amnesty program wipes away parking ticket late fees
The City of Columbia’s Parking Services has a new amnesty program running through July 31 to help forgive any late fees that have been accrued.
President Biden’s visit to Columbia brings mixed reactions from politicians
Air Force One arrived at the airport just before noon on Thursday — marking the first time President Biden has been in the Midlands since December 2021 when he spoke at South Carolina State’s Commencement Ceremony.
Lending a helping hoof — Giraffes at Riverbanks Zoo undergo trimming and plasma procedures
“In giraffes that do get regular hoof care from a young age, we’re seeing a reduction in arthritis, in issues with their feet bones, less ligament and joint issues, so we’re actually seeing in the giraffes that are starting young, we’re actually able to prevent a lot of stuff,” Proveaux says.
RCSD holds 11th annual Ryan Rawl Memorial Workout
“It would be a terrible loss to just sit and grieve all the time. You have to carry on. He would’ve carried on,” says Stanley Rawl.
Segra Park to host “Fireworks with the Phil” on July 4th
“Gates are gonna open at 6:30. The actual concert will start at 8, 8:15 p.m. We’ll have bounce houses for the kids early on, and concessions will be open. So I would encourage people to get here early, and just enjoy all the atmosphere. You’ll get to hear the musicians tune up and get everything ready to go, which is kind of fun too,” Shank says.
Updated Richland County fireworks ordinance to go into effect July 1st
According to Richland County’s website, the ordinance makes it unlawful for anyone to use, discharge, shoot, or ignite fireworks or similar explosives within unincorporated Richland County between the hours of 10 p.m. and 7 a.m. However, exceptions are being made for the night of the Fourth of July as well as New Year’s Eve.
Lexington County firefighter receives Jeffrey Vaden Chavis Medal of Valor
Pfentner was awarded the Jeffrey Vaden Chavis Medal of Valor for that December day — an award named for a fellow Lexington County firefighter who was critically injured while battling a house fire in 2001.
Koger Center brings Broadway hits to Columbia, “Dear Evan Hansen” opens tonight
After the three month renovation is complete, the Koger Center will bring a slew of big Broadway shows to Columbia audiences including “Hamilton,” “Mean Girls,” and “Pretty Woman.”
Trevon Fordham named as new director for Office of Violent Crime Prevention
“Everybody wants to feel safe in their hometown. Everybody wants to feel safe in their community. Everybody wants to feel safe where they go eat or watch a movie. So that’s where I think the commonality is at for everyone, is we all want to feel safe in our community,” Fordham says.
