Digital Exclusives and Features

Digital Exclusives and Features

Registration open for ‘Virtual’ Buddy Walk

The event supports the National Down Syndrome Society
Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– You can lace up your shoes for a good cause this month. Family Connection of South Carolina will host its annual Buddy Walk, virtually, Sunday October 24, 2021. Registration is now open. The event raises awareness and funds for programs that benefit people with Down Syndrome. Information below from Buddy Walk 2021: Registration and sponsorship information is…

Learning From A Support Dog
Digital Exclusives and Features

The hidden benefits of Service Dogs in the classroom

Tyler Ryan speaks with Pace Academy's Debbie Bond about her service dog, and the impact on the students in her class
Tyler Ryan,

COLUMBIA SC (WOLO) – Service dogs are increasingly being used for a myriad of purposes, from the traditional seeing eye dogs, to dogs that provide mental heath, and even dogs that can alert a medial emergency before you may even know you have one. This is the case with Apollo, Debbie Bond’s service dog.  Bond says that she has two…

Gmc5 P Aha World Heart Day Interview
Digital Exclusives and Features

American Heart of the Midands celebrates World Heart Day

Tyler Ryan speaks with Crystal Kirkland from the American Heart Association of the Midlands about the annual celebration
Tyler Ryan,

COLUMBIA SC (WOLO) – The American Heart Association is celebrating World Heart Day on Wednesday.  According to AHA Midlands Executive Director Crystal Kirkland, heart disease is the number one killer of both men and women across the country.  Heart related issues are called the “silent killer,” according to Kirkland, who points out that if people don’t keep an eye on…

Tsa Confiscating More
Digital Exclusives and Features, National News, News

TSA reports confiscating thousands of weapons at checkpoints in 2021

Data was reported by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) for this year alone
CNN,

(CNN) — The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is keeping a close eye on anything that should not come into airport terminals. That doesn’t mean it’s keep people from trying. According to the TSA they have intercepted more weapons at TSA checkpoints than before the pandemic began. According to officials with TSA, this year alone they have taken 7,900 weapons, out…

Health Minute
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Keeping children’s head in the game when they play sports

One psychologist says children should be able to have fun without the added pressure
CNN,

(CNN) — Sports are a great way for children to stay active and have fun. In fact, some medical experts say that it helps kids learn life lessons like failure, patience and teamwork. In your Health Minute, Mandy Gaither has some tips on how to keep your child’s head in the game so they can have fun without all of…
Digital Exclusives and Features, Local News

Prisma Health hosting free flu shot events

Prisma Health is urging you to get your flu shot
Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Prisma Health is urging people to get a flu shot.     Officials say they are launching a free flu vaccination campaign in October.  The free flu shots will be available in Richland, Lexington and Sumter counties. “As the COVID-19 pandemic continues in this latest surge, it’s more important than ever to get your flu vaccination,” said Vince…

Whoopi Stays With The View
Digital Exclusives and Features, Entertainment News, News

A familiar face has signed on for 4 more seasons of ‘The View’

You can watch "The View" right here on ABC Columbia weekdays at 11am
CNN,

(CNN) — If you’re a fan of the popular talk show “The View”there’s some good news . Comedian, Actress and longtime host, Whoopi Goldberg is staying on “The View” for four more seasons. The 65-year-old has reportedly signed on to co-host ABC’s popular daytime talk show through 2024. Goldberg has been on the show since 2007.  Her current co-hosts are…
Digital Exclusives and Features, Lexington, Local News, News, Richland, State

South Carolina State Fair set to return ‘stronger, safer’ in 2021

A look at some of what you can expect at the 2021 South Carolina State Fair starting October 13th
ABC Columbia Staff,

Courtesy: SC State Fair Columbia, SC (WOLO) — The fall season is finally here and that means that the 2021 South Carolina State Fair is less than a month away. Last year in 2020, like with many events, the annual tradition was forced to take a different approach in order to allow fair goers to celebrate safely without the risk…