Children’s book helps students spot misinformation
Faculty and staff with the University of South Carolina’s College of Information and Communications are tackling misinformation with their new children’s book called “Dot Buys a Bike.”
Events
Columbia International University celebrates 100th anniversary
Columbia International University kicked off its 100th anniversary celebration with a parade of flags, representing 160 nations that alumni from the school work and serve.
“Black is a Rainbow Color” removed from school libraries, pending review
A children’s book has been removed from libraries in Lexington-Richland School District Five following a formal challenge. The book being questioned is called “Black Is A Rainbow Color,” written by Angela Joy. According to Joy, “Black Is A Rainbow Color” is about a little girl exploring her neighborhood as she learns about Black history and Black culture.
“Your Fair Your Army” allows fairgoers to interact with soldiers, equipment
When you think of the SC State Fair, you probably think of all the fun rides and delicious food.
When you think of the SC State Fair, you probably think of all the fun rides and delicious food.
SC School Report Cards released, shows strengths and improvement areas
The South Carolina Education Oversight Committee and The South Carolina Department of Education released its 2022 School Report Cards today. The report card ratings reflect the results of the 2020 to 2021 school year for elementary, middle, and high schools across the state.
Charter school leadership attends Kids First Conference
Leadership from charter schools across the state came together for the 2nd annual “Kids First Conference.” Hosted by the Charter Institute at Erskine and South Carolina Public Charter School District, the two day conference gives teachers and school leaders a chance to hear inspirational speakers, legislative panels, and have a little fun.
FBI launches mentor program, teams up with local HBCU’s
The FBI Columbia field office is teaming up with six local HBCU’s to launch its first ever mentoring program. Mentors will provide professional guidance to their selected students by meeting with them at least once a month for the rest of the fall semester. Mentees are expected to initiate discussions with their mentor, seek feedback for areas of development, set goals, and ask for guidance regarding professional growth.
Jim Hudson Automotive Group donates 10 millionth meal to Harvest Hope
Jim Hudson Automotive Group donated $200,000 to Harvest Hope to help fight food insecurity across South Carolina.
The donation will pay for one million meals, bringing Jim Hudson Automotive Group’s meal donation to 10 million meals over 11 years.
Registration opens for free Ram Foundation summer camp
Attendees range in age from 4 to 12, students 14 to 16
Image:The Ram Foundation logo Columbia, SC (WOLO) — The Ram Foundation is opening up registration for their free summer camp that promises to exercise children’s minds just as much as their bodies while school is out of session. Organizers tell us the foundation which has been running for the past 14 years, provides a safe place for children to go…
‘Cola Concert Series’ returns this summer
Concert line up for the series will be released at a later date
Image: Cola Concerts Series (Ziggy Marley) Columbia, SC (WOLO) — It’s back! The ‘Cola Concert Series’ is coming back to the Midlands with summer shows expected to heat things up. Tuesday organizers announced the series kick-off featuring Reggae sensation, 8 time Grammy award winning, producer, musician, activists, and humanitarian Ziggy Marley. Marley, the oldest son to Reggae legend Bob and…
