Riverbanks Zoo and Garden reopens aquarium and reptile exhibits
The zoo held a ribbon cutting ceremony Thursday morning to reopen their renovated, and reimagined Darnall W. and Susan F. Boyd Aquarium and Reptile Conservation Center.
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Alzheimer’s Association pushes for federal research center in SC, lawmakers introduce bill to update Alzheimer’s plan
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) — In honor of State House Advocacy Day, members of the Alzheimer’s Association announced future plans and gave updates on ongoing research. Also in attendance was 52-year-old Laurie Waters who was diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer’s in 2017. “My youngest grandson, last year, I couldn’t remember which one he was. That almost killed me,” says Waters. Director…
Two organizations fight to bring more opportunities, inclusivity for disabled citizens under “Olmstead Plan”
Disability Rights South Carolina and the SC Institute of Medicine and Public Health have come up with the beginning stages of what’s known as an Olmstead Plan– a plan that Executive Director of Disability Rights South Carolina, Beth Franco, says will drastically improve the lives of citizens with disabilities.
Vice President Kamala Harris speaks at Benedict College on accessible, affordable internet
On Monday afternoon, Vice President Kamala Harris spoke to around 200 students, staff, and other local officials at Benedict College’s David Swinton Campus Center.
Bishopville PD reports two senior citizens were murdered, before lone suspect set houses on fire
According to Bishopville Police Chief J.D. Dellinger, two victims that were found dead in separate house fires did not die from those fires.
Blue Marlin Chef, Columbia firefighters save employee experiencing cardiac arrest
Columbia firefighters and staff from Blue Marlin Restaurant in the Vista were recognized Thursday morning for saving the life of an employee that went into cardiac arrest.
Prisma Health doctors gather for “Black Men and Women in White Coats” event
The gathering was called “Black men and women in white coats.” Black doctors, medical residents, and staff met to encourage everyone in the community to make health everyone’s top priority.
“Good Morning America” holds bone marrow drive honoring Robin Roberts, USC participates in live broadcast
USC’s cheerleaders, dance squad, band, and Cocky took part in Good Morning America’s live broadcast this morning — alongside the events host called “Be The Match.”
Prisma Health Children’s Hospital receives $1.2 million from non-profit to help end childhood cancer
On Monday morning, the Owens’ organization presented a check to Prisma Health Children’s Hospital for$240,000 — fulfilling their endowment pledge to the hospital for $1.2 million.
Three gorillas at Riverbanks Zoo receive ultrasound exams for heart issues
February is American Heart Month. The month is a great reminder for people to check on their cardiovascular health. But it’s not just humans that need to worry about their hearts. Three gorillas at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden have heart issues of their own.
