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Chief Meteorologist John Farley’s Forecast: Elsa’s impact on the Midlands

We are tracking the tropics

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–Chief Meteorologist John Farley is tracking the tropics. Here is his latest forecast on the potential impact of Elsa on the Midlands. John says we can expect the storm to weaken by the time it gets to the Midlands and South Carolina, and this may  not be more than a rain event, on the current track. According to…

City of Columbia teaming up with American Airlines for vaccine incentive offer

The summer travel season is here, and the City of Columbia has partnered with American Airlines to get more shots in arms

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–This week you have a shot at entering to win the City’s new vaccination site offer. The summer travel season is here, and the City of Columbia has partnered with American Airlines to get more shots in arms. All you need to do is get your COVID-19 vaccine at any of the city’s upcoming vaccination sites, and you…

Celebrate 4th of July during ‘Fireworks with the Phil’ at Segra Park

The skies will light up to orchastrated music for the Fourth of July

Columbia, SC (WOLO) — The skies above Segra Park will light up for the Fourth of July weekend. On Saturday July 3rd,  you can celebrate Independence Day at the baseball park with a special event “Fireworks with the Phil” The fireworks display will feature a full orchestra from the South Carolina Philharmonic. Gates open at 7pm while the show kicks…

Lake Murray Country to host Fireworks Display on July 3rd

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– You can ring in the Independence Holiday with Fireworks on Lake Murray. Lake Murray Country will host its annual the Fourth of July Fireworks display on Saturday July 3rd at approximately  9:15pm. Organizers say the fireworks are best viewed by boat on Spence Island but they can also be watched on land at Dreher Island State Park….

‘Celebration of Liberty’ honors Independence Day early at Midlands Church

First Baptist Church of Columbia held its annual "Celebration of Liberty" event over the weekend

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– It was a Sunday of Red, White and Blue, an early independence celebration at one Columbia church. First Baptist Church of Columbia held its annual “Celebration of Liberty” event over the weekend. This year’s event featured the 282nd Army Victory Band. With a cast of hundreds, American Flags and an indoor fireworks display, it is always a…

Tree Trimming to take place in Columbia area Neighborhoods

Dominion Energy says crews will perform tree trimming activities along overhead utility lines in some Columbia areas

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–Some City of Columbia neighborhoods will have Tree Trimming activities over the next two weeks. Dominion Energy says crews will perform tree trimming activities along overhead utility lines in the following neighborhoods: Distribution Line Tree Trimming: Olympia Hollywood Rosewood Hills University Hills Wales Garden Neighborhood Assoc. Wheeler Hill Neighborhood Assoc. Colonial Park Neighborhood Assoc. Hyatt Park Neighborhood Around…

City of Columbia operating Misting Stations during Summer heat

The City says they will operate misting stations in several parks when the heat index reaches 90 degrees or higher

ABC Columbia COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–The City of Columbia is working to keep you cool in the heat of summer. The City says they will operate misting stations in several parks when the heat index reaches 90 degrees or higher. The misting stations will operate from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Misting Stations: Owens Field Park, 1351 Jim Hamilton Blvd. Riverfront…