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Big things planned for the small town of Pelion at the National Night Out

Tyler Ryan gets the plans for Pelion's first National Night Out celebration

PELION SC (WOLO) – Started in 1984, the National Night out celebration has become one of the countries largest community gathering dedicated to anti-crime, community, and fellowship.  Next Friday, August 8, the small Lexington County town of Pelion joins the ranks, with their inaugural National Night Out. The event aims to bring the community, churches, schools, and of course first…

Check out a hot day, but it’s a good day for a hot tub

Tyler Ryan gets the details on the 2025 Local Hot Tub Expo this weekend

COLUMBIA SC (WOLO) – There are over twenty-seven million hot tubs in the world, and at any given moment, 17,000 people are taking a tubby.  If you would like to be one of them, but lack the tub, the Local Hot Tub Expo can help.  The Expo is at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center Friday, Saturday, and Sunday August 1…

First Palmetto Bank shares mortgage tips for homeowners & buyers

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – First Palmetto Bank is sharing tips on ways to manage your mortgage for homeowners and potential buyers. Curtis spoke with Chyvonne Griffin, Mortgage Banker with First Palmetto Bank, about the power of budgeting, being aware of different options to make your interest rate work for your budget & more. For more information, you can call Ms….

Sen. Tameika Isaac Devine hosting Pathways to Possibilities resource fair this Thursday

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – One local Senator is hosting an event that gives formerly incarcerated people a fresh start. Sen. Tameika Isaac Devine is hosting the Pathways to Possibilities resource fair this Thursday. It’s from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Eau Claire High School, 4800 Monticello Road. Curtis spoke with Sen. Devine on how this event offers many resources…

Tasty Tuesday: 16 Handles of yummy yogurt

Tyler Ryan gets the skinny on a healthy ice cream alternative

FOREST ACRES SC (WOLO) – For nearly two decades, 16 Handles has been a staple in the fro-yo business, and as of June, they have been serving up their unique flavors in Forest Acres.  Local owners Sarah and Sloan Barlow joined the Manmade Gourmet, Tyler Ryan on a Tasty Tuesday to share the news, and some frozen yogurt. They are…

Tyler’s Travels: Getting the skinny on the RCSD K-9 Team

The Tyler's Travels Team went on the road to the RCSD K-9 training facility

COLUMBIA SC (WOLO) – For decades, the Richland County Sheriff’s Department K-9 Unit has gone above and beyond for the citizens of Richland County and beyond.  The Unit, which is now over twenty strong is more than apprehension, with specialized dogs who can sniff bombs, search for electronics and so much more. The Tyler’s Travels Team went on the road…

Tyler’s Travels: Partager Galley Gifts and Home

The Tyler's Travels Team went on the road to check out a very unique mixed use space

COLUMBIA SC (WOLO) – A mixed use space is all the rage these days, but in the case of Leslie Francis’ Partager Gallery, the bar is moved way up.  Partager Gallery on Garner’s Ferry Road near Target, offers 74 unique vendors throughout the 20,000 square foot space.  The Tyler’s Travels Team went On the Road to learn more. With everything…

Tasty Tuesday: Eatery 117

Tyler Ryan tries the new flavors offered by a new small business

ELGIN SC (WOLO) – If you are looking for something amazing for breakfast or lunch, just look for 117 Spears Creek Church Road, and you will find Eatery 117.  The restaurant, which opened in June, offers fantastic flavors, fresh, local ingredients, and imagination. Eatery 117 founder Kimberly Gagliardi, along with Chef Jamal Curry joined The Manmade Gourmet Tyler Ryan to…

Tyler’s Travels: Trodding the boards at Trustus

Tyler Ryan and the Tyler's Travels Team went to Trustus for a sneak peek at Aida

COLUMBIA SC (WOLO) – Four over four decades, the Trustus Theatre on Lady Street has brought some of the best performances to the Captial City, and this weekend will be no different.  This weekend will see the final performances of Disney’s Aida, which opened in June at the Theatre, located behind the Publix on Gervais Street. The Tyler’s Travels Team…