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‘PickMe! SC’ wants to help you find a ‘fur’ever friend

The goal is to save 1,500 by helping them get adopted in 10 days

Image: PickMe!SC logo Columbia, SC (WOLO) — If you’re looking for a holiday gift that will give you a gift of companionship back, you’re in luck. From December 4th until the 13th,  more than 50 organizations will take part in the statewide adoption event  which is sponsored by the Petco Foundation, along with BOBS from Skechers, and organized by No…

Staying active as temperatures plunge during the pandemic

Health experts say staying busy is an important way to stay healthy and even have some fun

(CNN) — -Even during a pandemic, health experts say it’s important to stay active. But during the Winter, as temperatures plunge and people tend to stay indoors that motivation to move may slow down, but they don’t have to. There are still some ways you can stay active , healthy, and maybe even have a little fun while doing it….

Lights Before Christmas shining at Riverbanks Zoo

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is hosting its annual “Lights Before Christmas” event, now through the end of December. The event runs on select dates in November and December. Timed arrival tickets are required and must be purchased in advance. The event runs from 5 p.m.- 9 p.m. Tickets are $12 for adults and $10 for kids ages…

Salvation Army Angel Trees now up across the Midlands

Salvation Army Angel Trees now up in area locations for you to help make a child's Christmas wish come true

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–This year you have a chance to be an Angel for a needy child. The Salvation Army’s Angel Trees are now up at area locations. If you are headed to the mall, the Angel Tree is located near the JC Penney court at Columbiana Centre. ABC Columbia is proud to partner with the Salvation Army for the project….

Home for the Holidays Pet Adoption hosted by Columbia Animal services

Source: @CityofColumbia – Twitter COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Looking for a furry friend this holiday season? The City of Columbia Animal Service is hosting a “Home for the Holidays” pet adoption event. All pet adoptions are $25 now through the end of the year. You can visit 127 Humane Lane in Columbia to check out the pets. Click here to see…

Be an Angel: Stop by the Salvation Army Angel Tree

Salvation Army Angel Trees now up in area locations for you to help make a child's Christmas wish come true

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– If you’re headed to the mall for holiday shopping, you can stop by the Salvation Army’s Angel Tree. The Angel Tree is located near the JC Penney court at Columbiana Centre. ABC Columbia is proud to partner with the Salvation Army for the project. On the trees you’ll find the names of children in need and some…

Thanksgiving treats you should and should not pass on to your pets

A reminder that all table scraps are not always a treat for your pet, some can be poisonous

Columbia, SC (WOLO) — As we celebrate the giving of thanks in just two days, Pet Supermarkets wants you to know what you should and should not be feeding your pets from the table. Mainly because many of the foods that we consume can be poisonous to your pets, including things like turkey, pie filling, or gravy. Now we know…

For the Health of It: Understanding Leukemia and potential treatments

Tyler Ryan and Hima Dalal discuss Leukemia and the potential treatments with therapy

COLUMBIA SC (WOLO) – According to Vital Energy’s Hima Dalal, Cancer is the growth of abnormal cells in the body that cause destruction of normal and healthy cells. A cancer of blood forming tissue and bone marrow hinder the body’s ability to fight infection. Many types of Leukemia exist and affect children and adults.  Cancer and side effects of cancer treatment…

Tasty Tuesday: A classic Thanksgiving turkey on a budget…and sooooo easy

Tyler Ryan and Mary Ann Keim share a simple turkey and dressing recipe that won't break the piggy bank

  LEXINGTON SC (WOLO) – Cooking for the Holidays can be stressful and expensive, but neither has to be the case when it comes to whippini’ up some tasty vittles for Turkey Day.  This week on Tasty Tuesday, the Manmade Gourmet Tyler Ryan and Mary Ann Keim  from MAK’s Meals shared a  couple of staples that are easy and priced…