SPARTENBURG SC (WOLO)–Kim “Daisy” Nelson had a great idea…produce ridiculously good cakes, and ship them around the world. It was in 2011 Kim heard about an ABC show called Shark Tank, that looked for great ideas to fund. She told Tyler Ryan on Good Morning Columbia that after making her way through some 20,000 applicants, she found herself in front…
LEXINGTON SC (WOLO)–Fitness trainer Chris Wooten from Lexington’s Body Shop shared with Tyler Ryan the technique for ensuring your body remains symmetrical. Using a small balance ball, band, and even side planks can have a profound impact on your overall strength. Check out the demonstration. For more information about Wooten or training techniques, check out their website HERE. …
It’s Furry Friend Friday and Pets Inc introduces us to a kitten looking for a forever home.
If you are looking for a free way to celebrate tortilla day, stop by any of the 80 Salsarita’s in the 18 state footprint of the Charlotte based chain for a FREE back of chips and salsa. There is no purchase necessary, just an appreciation for a good chip. Categories: Digital Exclusives and Features
Today we celebrate Jonas Thomas Kennedy in our Black History Moment. Kennedy is a Bennetsville native who turned his love of farming into his life work. Kennedy was named farmer of the year in 1977 for his great ability to raise turkey’s. Former president Lyndon B. Johnson invited Kennedy to take part in the National Farm Policy Conference. He also…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – As medical marijuana clears its first hurdles inside the State House, the debate over research into its effects on health has reignited. It turns out, that one lab at the University of South Carolina has been leading the field for years. Dr. Prakash Nagarkatti, Vice President for Research at the University, led one of the first teams in…
COLUMBIA , S.C. (WOLO) – Are you ready to “Hoop it Up”? The City of Columbia and Mayor Steve Benjamin are teaming up with the American Red Cross for the annual blood drive. Head out to the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center today from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. The address is 1101 Lincoln St. Good Morning Columbia’s Grace Joyal sat down…
CAMDEN SC (WOLO)–Mardi Gras, an annual tradition in New Orleans is going on this week, and Chef Christie Watson from the Carriage House in Camden joined Tyler Ryan on Good Morning Columbia to demonstrate some traditional tastes of the celebration. “Alligator is a common treat,” says Watson, explaining that it takes “very much like chicken.” Watson says that often,…
Today we celebrate Esau Jenkins. The John’s Island native was a business man and civil rights leader. Jenkins founded the Progressive Club, an organization encouraging blacks to register to vote. Jenkins also organized the Citizen’s Committee of Charleston, focusing on economic and political empowerment of blacks; his motto ” hate is expensive, love is progress.” All month long we celebrate black…
If you think camps are only open when school is out for the Summer, think again.
