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Red Cross Month
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SC Red Cross looking for donors due to blood shortage

Red Cross says it is experiencing a major blood shortage and they are looking for blood donations
Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Are you ready to roll up your sleeve for a good cause? The American Red Cross says it is experiencing a major blood shortage and they are looking for blood donations. According to officials, donors of all blood types, especially type O, are urged to make an appointment in South Carolina.  Per the Red Cross:  You can…

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Lexington ‘Smart 911’ system for emergencies available to all residents

The new system allows you to put in information before an emergency so EMS is more than prepared when you need them
ABC Columbia Staff,

Lexington, SC (WOLO) — All Lexington County residents now have access to a new free service that emergency officials say will help save critical time when emergencies arise. Officials say  Smart911 allows you to create a safety profile at www.smart911.com or on the Smart911 App that includes any information they want 9-1-1 and response teams to have in the event of an…

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Tropical Moisture Headed Our Way

Chief Meteorologist John Farley's look at the Tropics
John Farley,

Sunday is going to be soaking wet – courtesy of some tropical moisture moving in from the Gulf of Mexico. Plan on 1-3 inches (a few spots with higher amounts) from Saturday night to Sunday night. We’ll also see some thunderstorms. Categories: Digital Exclusives and Features, Local News, Weather Blog

Fathers Day
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The Consumer in Me: Last minute Father’s Day ideas

Tyler Ryan shares some cool gift ideas for Dad
Tyler Ryan,

COLUMBIA SC (WOLO) – So what do you get the dad who has enough golf balls and ties?  How about some unique cool dadgets…you know, gadgets and gifts for Dad that I bet he doesn’t have.  All these gift ideas are also available on Amazon, should you need to next day it! Limitless Innovations  Get the 4th of July party…

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Lexington School District II announces free summer meals for kids

Lexington 2 will begin the "Grab & Go" food program June 21st, 2021
ABC Columbia Staff,

Image: Lexington School District Two Lexington, SC (WOLO) –The summer is right around the corner and that means children will be out of school on break. It also is the beginning of a time when children who are out of school will not have access to the same health meals they would have if school was in session. Lexington School…
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Red Cross experiencing blood shortage, looking for SC blood donors

The American Red Cross says it is experiencing a major blood shortage and they are looking for blood donors
Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– The American Red Cross says it is experiencing a major blood shortage and they are looking for blood donations. According to officials, donors of all blood types, especially type O, are urged to make an appointment in South Carolina.  Per the Red Cross:  You can schedule an appointment to give blood by using the Red Cross Blood…