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Walk to help end the stigma of mental illness: NamiWalks at Finlay Park

Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–Lace up your shoes and take part in a walk to help end the stigma around mental illness.  NamiWalks event , May 4, at Finlay Park at 10am. Registration opens at 9am. According to organizers, the event is family friendly  and will feature music by TJ McKay and a game truck from Palmetto Mobile Arcade. James Patrick the Fitness Guru will lead a warmup as the…
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Columbia resident, firefighters recognized for life-saving achievement

Patrick Roche and four Columbia firefighters were honored for saving Lawrence Terry's life
Tim Scott,

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — Columbia Fire Chief Aubrey Jenkins recognized four firefighters and a Richland County man for their quick action in saving a man’s life. Lawrence Terry, 34, says of all people, he never thought he would become a victim of cardiac arrest.   “I don’t smoke, I don’t drink. I don’t do anything, I’m healthy. I’m the track coach…
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Rosewood Crawfish festival brings food and fun to new location

ABC Columbia Staff,

Columbia, SC (WOLO) —The Rosewood Crawfish Festival brings 10 thousand pounds of fresh Louisiana crawfish, music giving neighbors from all over Columbia a chance to come together and enjoy in the Rosewood area as dozens celebrate the delicious seafood. This year the festival is happening at the State Fairgrounds, a new location, but still on Rosewood Drive. Tickets will run…
News, State

Senate vote will put Santee Cooper on chopping block for highest bidder

Associated Press,

Columbia, SC (AP) — The Senate will allow a state agency to seek offers to sell state-owned utility Santee Cooper. Lawmakers voted 42 to one Thursday in favor of the bill after days of debate. Te proposal requires the Department of Administration to establish a competitive bidding process of the company’s sale and to seek buyers. The sale was prompted…
Local News, Politics

Former VP and Democratic Candidate for President Joe Biden to visit SC

Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Former Vice President and 2020 Democratic Presidential candidate Joe Biden will be in South Carolina this weekend. It is Biden’s first visit to the Palmetto State since announcing his run. According to his campaign, Biden will be at the Hyatt Park Community Center in Columbia on Saturday. According to his campaign, he will address his vision for…
Local News, State

Umbrellas line State House Grounds for Hospice Care

Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–At the South Carolina State House, a unique display designed to raise awareness for hospice care, took place Friday. Take a look at the umbrellas that lined the lawn. The Agape Senior Foundation says the umbrellas symbolize individuals currently under hospice care and those who have passed away. The annual event is an effort to show how much…
Local News, Richland

City Officials break ground on new Ball Field

Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Play Ball!  Friday, City of Columbia officials toured the future site of a new baseball field in Columbia. The field will be located near the intersection of Bailey and Street and Lester Drive, near Farrow Road. City leaders say they hope the field will be a positive influence on young people in the area. The ceremony featured…