COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – The Senate Medical Affairs Committee is holding a hearing today at the State House on a bill to combat youth vaping in South Carolina. Curtis spoke with Dr. Ericka Hursey, former High School Principal & retired educator from Richland 1, about how the proposed bill S.287 will help crackdown on the vaping crisis in our high…
COLUMBIA SC (WOLO) – The 2025 Columbia Food and Wine Festival is April 22 – April 26, and as always, promises to delight every palate with original flavors and tried and true favorites. In addition, the week offers signature events that are a unique blend of food, beverages, and experiences. On April 24, The Palates and Pages event blends the…
PELION SC (WOLO) – Pelion Mayor Frank Shumpert and Police Chief Chris Garner formally recognized and honored Pelion Elementary School Nurse Kayla Hale, with the Pelion Police Lifesaver Award. On February 13, during the PES Grandparents Luncheon Day, one of the students Grandparents suffered a life threatening stroke in the parking lot. Upon hearing about the emergency, as Pelion Police…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – If you want to save lives as a firefighter, the Columbia-Richland Fire Department is looking for you! Assistant Chief Christopher Kip says the base starting pay for a firefighter is $43,800. Recruits who meet the necessary qualifications and are hired into our Direct Hire Program will be paid at that rate to start. Non-certified hires must…
COLUMBIA SC (WOLO) – Telemedicine for Integrative Occupational Therapy by Hima Dalal Healing Beyond Boundaries In today's fast-paced world, telemedicinehas revolutionized healthcare, making it easier for people to access expert care from the comfort of their homes. At Hima Dalal Integrative Health, we are bridging the gap between mind, body, and spirit by offering Telemedicine for Integrative Occupational Therapy —…
COLUMBIA SC (WOLO) – The average home price in The Midlands is around $270,000, according to Yip Real Estate’s Jim Herndon. Herndon joined GMC’s Tyler Ryan to discuss some of the higher end homes in the area, along with who is often purchasing them. You can connect with Jim Herndon HERE. Categories: Digital Exclusives and Features Tags: American Dream, jim…
The Customs and Border Protection Agency is cracking down on smuggling… of eggs!
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – Legendary Comedian George Wallace cracked jokes with Curtis while talking about his new show “Clean Slate” on Amazon Prime Video. Wallace says the series from legendary producer Norman Lear, also starring Laverne Cox, is a heartwarming comedy about a car wash owner who reunites with his estranged daughter who is now transgender. For more information on…
(Courtesy: Krewe de Columbi-Ya-Ya) 15th Annual Mardi Gras Columbia this Saturday. COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – The spirit of Mardi Gras is coming to the Soda City this Saturday! Krewe de Columbi-Ya-Ya’s 15th Annual Mardi Gras Columbia Festival is from Noon to 7 p.m. at the City Roots Urban Farm, 1005 Airport Blvd. A free community parade will kick things off…
The third installment of Wishful Shuckers, a fundraiser for Make-A-Wish South Carolina is planned for Saturday, February 22, 2025, and promises an evening of fun, prizes, music, and of course oysters.
