COLUMBIA SC (WOLO)–“Fitness is a multi-billion dollar industry,” says Body Shop owner Chris Wooten, “and much of that is built on fads, DVDs and quick fixes – none of which is real.” Wooten says there are no ways around a good diet, and real exercise. Myth: Crunches are the key to a 6-pack. Fact: They may be the most iconic abdominal…
Monopoly is making changes: The boot has been booted, the wheelbarrow has been wheeled out, and the thimble got the thumbs down in the latest version of the board game.
ABC News’ George Stephanopoulos brings the true story of how St. Patrick’s Day got its start.
LEXINGTON SC (WOLO)–The secret to good fresh mozzarella, according to Keg Cowboy owner Brian Nelson, is adding salt to the water. Nelson joined Tyler Ryan on Good Morning Columbia’s Tasty Tuesday series, sharing some secrets to not only pulling cheese, but also pesto. Nelson shared his secret for pesto: Shopping list: About 1 Cup of fresh basil leaves 1/4 Cup EVOO 2…
COLUMBIA SC (WOLO)–What started as a small neighborhood party 34 years ago has become on of the largest St. Patrick’s parties on the southeast. According to Five Point Association Executive Director Amy Beth Franks, the St. Pat’s in Five Points festival will draw nearly 40,000 people to the entertainment district Saturday. Some of the St. Pat’s in Five Points include…
COLUMBIA SC (WOLO)–“It’s such a beautiful piece,” says Columbia City Ballet Executive Director William Starrett about the upcoming performance of Beauty and the Beast. Starrett also said that there has never been a ballet performance of the classic story of romance, made popular by Disney, prior to him writing it in the early 1990’s. The Columbia City Ballet will be…
LEXINGTON SC (WOLO)–The Greater Lexington Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center is hosting the 8th annual Oyster Roast and St. Patrick’s Day part Thursday evening at Ice House Amphitheater. According to the Chamber’s Connor Watkins, the festivities include food from several local restaurants, including Travinia’s Italian Kitchen and Tin Lizzy’s Cantina, as well as Topper’s Rhum. Watkins said that regional band…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – Dancers from the Connick School of Irish Dance are making their way around town this week, in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day. Four of the women showed off their skills on Good Morning Columbia Wednesday morning. Several of the dancers are headed to the World’s Irish Dance Competition in Dublin in April. Here’s more information about…
Tipping a waiter is a no brainer, and giving a little extra to a cabbie, doorman, or hair dresser is a time honored tradition, however, at nearly every checkout counter around, there can be found a small cup or jar with the words “tips appreciated.” The question begs, like a lonely tip jar on the counter at a gas…
COLUMBIA SC (WOLO)–Blue Choice Health Plan Medicaid is hosting a Repack the Backpack program on Sunday, March 19th to ensure that children have all the school supplies and even snack foods they need to finish out the school year. The event will be held at St. Andrews Park on Sunday March 19 from 2pm – 5pm. For more information, check…
