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For The Health Of It: Hima
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For The Health of It: Understanding MAST

Tyler Ryan and Hima Dalal discuss Cell activation syndrome
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COLUMBIA SC (WOLO) – Mast Cell Activation Syndrome & Integrative OT by Hima Dalal,Integrative OT,Energy Medicine Specialist ,FM Specialist What Is MCAS? MCAS is an immunological condition where mast cells release inflammatory mediators (e.g., histamine, leukotrienes, prostaglandins) inappropriately, causing a wide array of symptoms across multiple systems—skin (hives, flushing), GI (bloating, reflux), neuro (brain fog, anxiety), respiratory, cardiovascular, and more…

Pet Of The Week Midnight
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UPDATE: Pet of the Week’s Midnight has been adopted

Pet of the week is brought to you by McDaniels Subaru
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LEXINGTON CO., S.C. (WOLO) – The Lexington Co. Animal Services says our newest Pet of the Week, Midnight, has been adopted! She made an appearance on ABC Columbia and a family wanted to make her a member! There are other dogs in need of a home at the shelter. Throughout the month of August, all adoption fees are waived. For…

Floatchella
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Get ready to rock the lake at Floatchella on Saturday

Tyler Ryan gets the details on the inaugural Floatchella on Lake Murray
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LAKE MURRAY SC (WOLO) – Live music is returning to Lake Murray with the very first Floatchella Lake Murray Saturday, August 2, 2025.  The event is planned for Fat Frogs Marina on the Lake (The old Frayed Knot), and promises a stack of live musicians, great food, and more.  You can come by boat, or even car to enjoy the…

Ppd Nno 2025
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Big things planned for the small town of Pelion at the National Night Out

Tyler Ryan gets the plans for Pelion's first National Night Out celebration
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PELION SC (WOLO) – Started in 1984, the National Night out celebration has become one of the countries largest community gathering dedicated to anti-crime, community, and fellowship.  Next Friday, August 8, the small Lexington County town of Pelion joins the ranks, with their inaugural National Night Out. The event aims to bring the community, churches, schools, and of course first…

Hot Tub Expo
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Check out a hot day, but it’s a good day for a hot tub

Tyler Ryan gets the details on the 2025 Local Hot Tub Expo this weekend
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COLUMBIA SC (WOLO) – There are over twenty-seven million hot tubs in the world, and at any given moment, 17,000 people are taking a tubby.  If you would like to be one of them, but lack the tub, the Local Hot Tub Expo can help.  The Expo is at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center Friday, Saturday, and Sunday August 1…
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First Palmetto Bank shares mortgage tips for homeowners & buyers

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COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – First Palmetto Bank is sharing tips on ways to manage your mortgage for homeowners and potential buyers. Curtis spoke with Chyvonne Griffin, Mortgage Banker with First Palmetto Bank, about the power of budgeting, being aware of different options to make your interest rate work for your budget & more. For more information, you can call Ms….

Pathways To Possibilities
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Sen. Tameika Isaac Devine hosting Pathways to Possibilities resource fair this Thursday

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COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – One local Senator is hosting an event that gives formerly incarcerated people a fresh start. Sen. Tameika Isaac Devine is hosting the Pathways to Possibilities resource fair this Thursday. It’s from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Eau Claire High School, 4800 Monticello Road. Curtis spoke with Sen. Devine on how this event offers many resources…

Tasty Tuesday 16 Handles
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Tasty Tuesday: 16 Handles of yummy yogurt

Tyler Ryan gets the skinny on a healthy ice cream alternative
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FOREST ACRES SC (WOLO) – For nearly two decades, 16 Handles has been a staple in the fro-yo business, and as of June, they have been serving up their unique flavors in Forest Acres.  Local owners Sarah and Sloan Barlow joined the Manmade Gourmet, Tyler Ryan on a Tasty Tuesday to share the news, and some frozen yogurt. They are…