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Dominion Energy to perform tree trimming in several Columbia neighborhoods

COLUMBIA SC (WOLO)– Residents in several downtown neighborhoods,  including the Bradley Community and Lake Katherine, will see tree trimming activities over the next two weeks. According to Dominion Energy, they will perform tree trimming activities along overhead utility lines in the following neighborhoods: Bradley Community Council Rochelle Heights/ Victory Garden Grove Park Neighborhood Association Bradley Community Council Druid Hills Neighborhood Association…

President of Jordan Brand ‘Nike’, Benedict alumnus to speak for Benedict commencement

This will be the 150th Commencement Convocation for Benedict College, held Saturday August 8

Image Provided by: Benedict College Columbia, SC (WOLO) — Benedict College is gearing up for their 150th commencement celebration, albeit virtual for family and friends because of the ongoing global coronavirus pandemic, students will be the only ones able to gather to celebrate as they graduate from an institution of higher learning to real world education. For 2020, graduates will…

Psychologist sees increase in mental health issues in children due to COVID-19

The findings come from a child psychologist that says children are being effected

(CNN) — Fear and concern over the coronavirus can lead to more stress for all of us, but during this pandemic one child psychologist says he’s seeing a significant increase in mental health issues among children. Mandy Gaither reports. Categories: Digital Exclusives and Features, National News

Krispy Kreme to celebrate teachers during ‘Educators Appreciation Week’

Teachers will be able to get a sweet treat for all of their hard work next week

Columbia, SC (WOLO) — Educators eat up! Krispy Kreme will be giving out free donuts and coffee to teachers next week… for educator appreciation week. the company says it’s their way of saying thank you. On top of that, Krispy Kreme will also give everyone who orders a dozen donuts an extra special “straight-a” dozen on Tuesday, August 11th. Categories:…

Columbia Parks and Recreation offer free meals

Breakfast and lunch will be provided for residents 18 and younger

Image: Columbia Parks and Recreation Logo Columbia, SC (WOLO)— The City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department is teaming up with a local faith based organization in order to help feed a community need. As families get ready to begin a new school year, the City of Columbia is giving you one less thing to worry about. Columbia Parks and…

Edventure to host ‘Countdown to Kindergarten’ event virtually

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Get ready for a back to school bash, virtually. Edventure Children’s Museum will host the annual ‘Countdown to Kindergarten’ August 7, 2020. Organizers say due to the pandemic, they will be holding a virtual event.   Museum officials say EdVenture’s website will include tips from education leaders and several “welcome to kindergarten” messages, including one from Governor…

CMA accepting student art inspired by ‘Black is Beautiful’ exhibit

Students from elementary to college are welcome to enter

Columbia,SC (WOLO)— The Columbia Museum of Art has been showcasing a new exhibition displaying photographs taken from the 1950’s through 1960’s by famed photographer Kwame Braithwaite. The exhibit showcasing Braithwaite’s legendary work runs through September 6, 2020,  has inspired a new generation of artists, and the Columbia Museum of Art wants you to share your work. CMA is hosting their…

Richland One conducts nutrition survey for meal plan

Parents who would like to take part in the survey have until Friday August 7 to submit it

Richland School District One logo: courtesy Richland 1 Columbia, SC (WOLO) — As Richland One schools get ready to resume in person instruction for a new school year,  not everyone is heading back to the classroom. Administrators say they want to make sure they are able to meet the needs of all students during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic while they…

Mayor Steve Benjamin teams up with UofSC to welcome students back to campus

video urges students to take precautions to stay coronavirus free as they return to campus

UofSC/Twitter Columbia, SC (WOLO) — Students with the University of South Carolina are back after ending last semester early during the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic here in South Carolina. As they return to campus, and classes, Mayor Steve Benjamin and Dr. Bob Caslen release a video reminding students to take precautions to keep themselves COVID-19 free by continuing to…