Events

5th Annual Commissioner’s Cub BBQ Cook-Off & Festival

  COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) – The 5th Annual Commissioner’s Cup BBQ Cook-off and Festival, returns this Saturday, March 19 from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the State Farmers Market in West Columbia. A portion of the proceeds from the event will benefit Harvest Hope Food Bank. Sanctioned by the Southern BBQ Network, over 40 cook teams from across the Southeast will compete for…

“Hoop It Up” To Help Save a Life

The Red Cross is asking for you to roll up your sleeve and help save a life.

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — The Red Cross is asking for you to roll up your sleeve and help save a life. The 6th Annual Columbia Lifesavers “Hoop It Up” blood drive is Friday. You can stop by from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center. More information: rdcrss.org/1TBDIR8 Categories: Charity Events, Events, Events Tags: ABC Columbia,…

Watch: Thursday Around Town Happenings

(WOLO) Columbia,S.C., — Headed to the Capital City and looking for something to do? Here are a few events that may help you give back and enjoy some entertainment at the same time. Check out the Thursday Around Town Happenings.   Categories: Events, Events, Local News Tags: homelessness, Morning Menu, talent show, tapps art center

Fans Show Panther Pride at Rally

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WOLO) — Two states are pulling for one team. The Carolina Panthers will take on the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl 50.   But you don’t have to wait until the February 7 match-up to show some team spirit.    There will be a Panther Pride Rally in Charlotte Friday. Fans can expect live music, appearances by Panthers’ players,…

Education Rally for National School Choice Week

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — It’s National School Choice Week. Students, parents and teachers are gathering at the State House Wednesday to raise awareness about K through 12 school choice in South Carolina. State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman and Lieutenant Governor Henry McMaster are set to speak at the event at noon. Categories: Educational, Events, Events, News, State

Law Enforcement Torch Run Kick-Off

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Hundreds of men and women from 60 law enforcement agencies are gathering on the north steps of the South Carolina Statehouse on Tuesday, January 26 at 11:00 a.m. This is for the statewide kick-off of the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics South Carolina. This is law enforcement’s 30th year of support. At the event, officers will also announce how…

Closings and Delays for Friday

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) — Various offices and schools will be closed Friday, January 22nd due to the severe winter weather. School Closings and Delays: Fairfield County Schools: Closed Friday Kershaw County North Central Area Schools: Operating on a Two Hour Delay Friday (This includes: Baron DeKalb Elementary, Bethune Elementary, Midway Elementary, Mt. Pisgah Elementary, North Central Middle and North Central High)…

St. Patrick’s Line-Up Announcement Party

    COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– The St. Pat’s in Five Points Planning Committee is inviting the community to Delaney’s Music Pub for the reveal of this year’s music line-up, festival highlights, and changes. The event is Thursday, January 21st, starting at 6:00 p.m and runs until 7:00 p.m. True Irish-themed entertainment will be featured by the Rince N’ah Eireann dancers, bagpipers, and…

Boil Water Advisory for Trenholm Drive

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– There is a boil water advisory issued for water customers in the Trenholm Drive area.  This includes those located in Lakeview Circle to Forest Drive, and the Trenholm Plaza Shopping Center. Water customers are asked to vigorously boil their water for at least one full minute prior to drinking or cooking.  Also, any ice made from water that has not…