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Mayor’s Bike Ride to roll through city on guided tour

ABC Columbia Staff,

(Photo Courtesy: City of Columbia) Columbia, SC (WOLO) — Grab your helmets and get ready to ride. Mayor Steve Benjamin, members of the City of Columbia staff, Planning and Development Services and Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee get ready to host The Mayor’s Bike Ride. Event organizers say the “easy 2 mile ride” will make three stops throughout downtown Columbia,…
Health, National News

New study suggests e-cigarettes could weigh heavy on your heart

CNN,

(CNN)  — A new study has found e-cigarette flavors can damage the survival and function of heart cells. The study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology http://www.onlinejacc.org/, found cells that came in contact with e-liquids had less survival and increased inflammation. Some policy makers are trying to ban vaping flavors, saying they can get people hooked…
National News, News

World War II Veteran pays musical Memorial Day tribute to those lost

CNN,

(CNN) — A World War II veteran wowed fans over the weekend. Before the US Women’s Soccer game against Mexico. 96-year-old Pete Dupre performed the National Anthem on his harmonica. During World War II, Dupre who’s also known as “Harmonica Pete” served as a medic in the 114th General Hospital unit in England. the U.S, beat Mexico three to nothing…