WATCH: Honoring the Emanuel Nine
Good Morning Columbia has the latest as thousands prepare to gather to remember the Emanuel Nine.
Events
Summerville tries again to brew largest iced tea
SUMMERVILLE, S.C. (AP) _ People in Summerville were a little teed off when the record they set last year for brewing the world’s largest container of iced tea was broken a few months later. So, they’re trying to set another record on Friday, which is also National Tea Day. Last year, a 10-foot mason jar was filled with more…
Fireflies to Host “Purple Game, Purple Game”
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — Fireflies fans, get ready to party like it’s 1999. Spirit Communications Park will be all about “Purple Rain” for Thursday night’s “Purple Game.” The game against the West Virginia Power will celebrate the life of the late singer and Grammy-award winner, “Prince” Rogers Nelson, just two days after what would have been his 58th birthday. Prince,…
Bible Study, Unity Walks to Honor Victims of Emanuel AME Shooting This Month
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — A memorial service at the arena where President Barack Obama last year led the congregation in “Amazing Grace” is among more than two dozen events scheduled during 12 days to mark the first anniversary of a mass slaying at a historically black church in Charleston. The Emanuel AME Church announced on Monday that the memorial service…
Pubic Safety Job Fair This Weekend
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — If you’re looking to join a proud group of people working to serve and protect the community, you’re in luck. There will be a Public Safety Job Fair Saturday, June 4. It starts at 10:00 a.m. and runs until 2:00 p.m. in the Exhibit Hall of the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center. Teams in attendance include: Fire…
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.
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…
