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The hunger that doesn’t have to be

A DHEC programs aims to cut food waste in half

COLUMBIA SC (WOLO)–Although we have all seen public service announcements about the lack of food…Across the country and the world, the images of hungry people resonate in our collective minds.  The often unknown fact is that this widespread need for sustenance doesn’t necessarily have to be. According to to South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC), 38.4 million…

Black History Moment

Earth Mae Kitt

NORTH, SOUTH CAROLINA – A singer, dancer, actress and activist, Eartha Mae Kitt was born on January 17th, 1927 in the town North, of South Carolina. She began her career in 1943 when she made her first appearance on Broadway. Kitt won two Emmys, two Grammys and was also was nominated for several Tony awards. She died in 2008, at the…

Historic Lexington County Home Gets New Resident

LEXINGTON, S.C. (WOLO) – A new business has taken up residence in Lexington County’s historic Coogler-Meetze house. “Rustic Chic Interiors” and the one of the county’s oldest functioning buildings, are now located at 207 W. Main St. in Lexington. The company’s owner, Sarah Cornett, says she wanted to help customers bring their Pinterest and HGTV dreams to life. She says they…

Are you Super Bowl party ready?

Texas Roadhouse joined Tyler Ryan for some Super Bowl party tips

  COLUMBIA SC (WOLO) — With Super Bowl 51 a couple days away, Texas Roadhouse joined Tyler Ryan, Grace Joyal, and Rochelle Dean with some simple tips to make your party the event of the year, as well as a recipe for easy pulled pork sliders. How to Host a Legendary Super Bowl Party Party Space & Seating: Since the…

Exclusive Series: Family Calls for Legalization of Medical Marijuana

IRMO, S.C. (WOLO) – As the legislature prepares to address the issue of medical marijuana, one Irmo family says their daughter’s life is at stake. Tom and Mandy Keefer have four children. Their youngest, Raelyn, has a rare genetic disorder that’s frozen her with the mental capacity of an infant. In her three years of life, she’s also faced enormous struggles…