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Richland Co. Recreation Commission brings ‘All Stars’ program back

RCRC's 'All Stars' program is an after school program for preK-8th grade

Image: RCRC logo Columbia, SC (WOLO) — The new school year is here and while children head back to class, a program to keep them busy after the bell rings is coming back! The Richland County Recreation Commission says they plan to begin their ‘All Stars’ after school program Monday August 23, 2021 to give students a safe and fun…

Councilmen have friendly competition for back to school supplies

Councilmen Derrek Pugh, Ed McDowell ask fpr donations to see who can collect the most

Richland Co., SC (WOLO) — Children here in the Midlands will head back to class in the coming weeks, if they haven’t already. While parents and guardians have a list of supplies they want to make sure their children have for the upcoming school year, some area councilman are joining in on the rush to fill backpacks with “Competition for…

S.C.A.C.C.A issues ‘State of Emergency’

Shelters statewide say they need help as thousands of homeless animals are being brought in

Image: South Carolina Animal Care a Control Association LOGO Columbia, SC (WOLO)  — The  South Carolina Animal Care & Control Association says they are seeing a spike in the number of animals that are being dropped off at shelters through out the state. In fact, officials with the association say the lives of thousands of animals are at stake as…

For the Health of It: Treating arthritis with physical therapy

Tyler Ryan and Hima Dalal discuss arthritis treatment options with the use of PT

LEXINGTON SC (WOLO) – Arthritis is a wear and tear of joint lining caused by, but not limited to, inflammation of joint fluid, overuse of joints, altered body mechanics and ergonomics, or infection.  According to Hima Dalal, symptoms include pain, swelling, reduced range of motion, and stiffness. To prevent surgery or to delay joint replacement, early rehab is highly recommended….