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Theater Thursday recognizes Lexington Two Teacher Beth Brooks

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– ABC Columbia News’ Theater Thursday is recognizing local dance and drama teachers that are making an impact on their students and in the community! Our Curtis Wilson spoke with Lexington District Two teacher Beth Brooks about the importance of sharing the arts with the students.   Categories: Digital Exclusives and Features, Local News Tags: Lexington Two, Theater…

City of Columbia holding Veterans Day Parade

Veterans Day Parade in downtown Columbia

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– The City of Columbia is marking Veterans Day with the annual Veterans Day Parade. The 43rd annual event kicks off at 11 a-m at the intersection of Sumter and Laurel streets. The parade route ends at Pendleton street near the State House. Representatives from the South Carolina National Guard will be this year’s Grand Marshals. ABC Columbia’s…

State Representative Todd Rutherford files bill to lower S.C. drinking age

Rep. Rutherford filed pre-filed the bill Wednesday

Todd Rutherford/Twitter Columbia, SC (WOLO) — State Representative Todd Rutherford pre-filed a bill tonight to lower the minimum legal drinking age in South Carolina to 18. Rutherford released a statement saying, this is a personal freedom issue. if you are old enough to fight for our country… if you’re old enough to vote… if you’re old enough to sign on…

Gov. McMaster wants investigation of ‘obscene, pornographic’ materials in Ft. Mill public schools

The Governor made the request in a letter after getting examples from concerned parents

Governor McMaster at State HouseABC Columbia image Columbia, SC (WOLO) — Governor Henry McMaster has reached out to South Carolina Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman requesting that she immediately launch an thorough investigation into reports of ‘obscene and pornographic materials’ in public schools here in South Carolina. The governor put the request in the form of a letter he penned…

Prisma Health on COVID-19 Vaccination deadlines for Christmas

Prisma Health shares what you need to know to be fully vaccinated before Christmas

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–Health experts are urging anyone who is not vaccinated to get that shot now, so you can be fully vaccinated by Christmas. Prisma Health says both Pfizer and Moderna require three weeks between your first shot and your second shot. Doctors also say full immunity does not occur until two weeks after the second shot. Doctors say in…

Local Living: Christmas Craft show plus, Veterans Day parade

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COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Here is a look at Local Living. The Craftsmen’s Christmas Classic takes place this Friday – Sunday at the South Carolina State Fairgrounds. The annual event features Southern artisans with work ranging from pottery and woodwork to ornaments and handmade jewelry. https://gilmoreshows.com/craftsmens_classics_columbia_christmas.shtml Saturday November 13, James Rhett First Baptist Church is hosting a Thanksgiving Festival. The event…

AAA: More SC travelers will hit the roads this Thanksgiving holiday

AAA: Nearly 753,000 people in SC are expected to travel for the Thanksgiving holiday

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Nearly 753,000 people in South Carolina are expected to travel for the Thanksgiving holiday, According to AAA. That is a 13% increase from 2020 and only two percent below pre-pandemic levels. According to AAA, 53,300 people are expected to fly while 678,000 people will drive to their destinations for Thanksgiving. Categories: Local News Tags: AAA, Thanksgiving travel