WATCH: National Doughnut Day Deals
If your sweet tooth is taking over for the most important meal of the day, you’re in luck. Good Morning Columbia has a list of doughnut shops offering up a few National Doughnut Day Deals.
Events
Summer Movie & Concert Series at Finlay Park
The City of Columbia’s Summer Movies Series will kick off on Friday, June 3 at Finlay Park, 930 Laurel Street. Movies will be shown on Friday nights from June 3 through July 29. The following movies are free and open to the public: June 3: “Frozen” June 10: “Inside Out” June 17: “Muppets Most Wanted” June 24: “Paddington” July 1:…
Watch: Cola Art Festival gets “Crafty”
Columbia,S.C (WOLO) — If you love art then a three day festival is sure to be right up your ally. The Midlands Clay Arts Society is hosting their annual ” Meet the Locals” summer sale. You’ll get a chance to purchase unique wares, art and sculptures and get the opportunity to try your hand at turning the putty in your…
Midlands Events Honor the Fallen on Memorial Day
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — There are plenty of opportunities to pay tribute to our fallen heroes this Memorial Day. Fort Jackson will be honoring those who paid the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation with a Memorial Day Service. That starts at 9:00 a.m. at the Fort Jackson National Cemetery. “The Moving Wall Memorial” is heading to Hopkins….
State Museum Unveils Exhibit on Race
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)– The South Carolina State Museum is getting a new exhibit that explores ‘race’ throughout history. Wednesday, museum officials, along with the Central Carolina Community Foundation announced plans for the travelling exhibit. It will feature a look at race through cultural, scientific and historical avenues. The exhibit is based out of the Science Museum of Minnesota… and officials…
Watch: Law Enforcement Honors
Columbia,S.C.( WOLO) — Law enforcement officials put their lives on the line everyday to serve and protect the community. Today those who’ve paid the ultimate sacrifice are being remembered. And a Cook Out is being held for our area first responders for all the work they do in Midlands neighborhoods. We also take a look at a picture that’s gone…
The Midlands Goes Green
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — The Midlands is going green. Saturday is Richland Recycles Day. Be sure to head over to the South Carolina State Fair Grounds and drop off your recycling for free. Richland County residents can drop off electronics, tires, used cooking oil, paint, mattresses and much more. The recycling day runs from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Last year,…
Watch: Put Guns Down Now
Columbia,S.C. (WOLO) — A cold case in the shooting death of 14 year old Najeer Buggs has spurred community action. Dozens gathered at Lorick Park Monday to announce the Put down the Guns movement. It’s all an effort to keep kid here in Columbia safe. Authorities say Buggs was a good kid, had no gang affiliations and was shot along…
Lexington Police Dept. Raises Funds for Relay for Life
LEXINGTON, S.C. (WOLO) — You have a chance to grab a bite to eat, all while joining in on the fight to end cancer. The Lexington Police Department will be at different Chick-fil-A locations collecting donations for Relay for Life. Monday, the Lexington Police Department will be at the Chick-fil-A Saluda Pointe, located at 4295 Sunset Boulevard, from 6:30 a.m. to 9:30…
RCSD Offers Church Safety Training
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — Church safety has become a top concern following the Charleston church shooting at Emanuel AME. The Richland County Sheriff’s Department Training Division will host a free training session geared specifically for church security teams. The training session will take place Monday, May 9, from 6:00 p.m until 10:00 p.m. at the department’s training division headquarters located at 6429 Bishop Avenue….
