Anchor Crysty Vaughan

ABC Columbia News Update (Second Row), Digital Exclusives and Features

Take out, delivery? Check out our ‘We’re Open’ section

A working list of local restaurants with take out, delivery, or curbside
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COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– With all South Carolina restaurants and bars closed for dine-in during the coronavirus pandemic, many restaurants are operating on a to-go only model. So how do you know where to order take out from? To help you out, we here at ABC Columbia have added a “We’re Open” link on our web site. https://www.abccolumbia.com/were-open-find-local-businesses/ In this link you…

Bi Lo Publix
Digital Exclusives and Features, Local News

BI-LO, Publix, Kroger to operate special ‘seniors’ hours

BI Lo Designating special shopping hour dedicated to seniors from 8 – 9 a.m., Monday through Friday, in all stores
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COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Southeastern Grocers , which operates Bi-LO, announced it will set aside a special shopping hour dedicated to seniors and high-risk customers from 8 am to 9 am, Monday through Friday, in all stores. The pharmacy locations will open at 8 a.m. on weekdays to provide prescription refills, influenza and pneumonia vaccines and customer counseling, say store officials….

Local Living Events
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Local Living: A look at some of the events canceled due to Coronavirus concerns

From St Pats in Five Points to The Cup - Here's a list of some events that are canceled or postponed
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COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– There is a big line up of local events that are being impacted due to concerns over the coronavirus. One of the Midlands largest events, the annual St. Pats Festival in Five Points, has been postponed. Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin says he and the Five Points Merchants Association agreed with the decision and that it will be…

Local Living Comedy
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Local Living: Jeff Dunham brings his ‘Seriously!?’ Tour, Plus Seinfeld at the Township

Crysty Vaughan takes a look at some of the concerts, event happenings in Local Living
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COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–In our look at ‘Local Living’ we are talking comedy in Columbia. Are you in the mood to laugh? Comedian Jeff Dunham is bringing his ‘Seriously!?’ International Tour to Colonial Life Arena Wedensday. Dunham, a popular comedian and ventriliquist will be in Columbia Wednesday night at 7pm. Tickets are still on sale, click here for more information https://www1.ticketmaster.com/jeff-dunham/event/2D005731B4FF8C2C&brand=CLA…

Local Living 3/2
Digital Exclusives and Features, Entertainment News

Local Living: Spring Craft show and Seinfeld in Columbia

Crysty Vaughan takes a look at some of the concerts and happenings in Local Living
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COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–In our look at ‘Local Living’ it will soon look a lot like Spring, at least at the State Fairgrounds. This weekend the annual Craftsmen’s Spring Classic returns. The craft show will take place in both the Cantey and Goodman buildings. The show features southern artisans with work ranging from pottery and woodwork to ornaments and handmade jewelry….
Digital Exclusives and Features, Entertainment News

Local Living: KISS and Amore under the Stars for your Valentine

Crysty Vaughan takes a look at some of the Valentine's Week happenings in Local Living
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COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–Grab your calendars, topping our look at Local Living, rock legends take the stage this week. KISS is bringing the ‘End of the Road Tour’ to Colonial Life Arena February 11, 2020. The band announced that David Lee Roth has been added as a special guest to the last legs of the ‘END OF THE ROAD TOUR’. Tickets…
Digital Exclusives and Features

Local Living: We investigate the newest exhibit at the State Museum

Crysty Vaughan takes a look at some of the weekend happenings in Local Living
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COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– In our look at Local Living, calling all sleuths! Our Curtis Wilson goes behind the scenes to investigate the newest exhibit, speaking with the Museum’s Jared Glover. The South Carolina State Museum is unveiling the secrets of one of the most revolutionary literary detectives in history. You can check out the International Exhibition of Sherlock Holmes at the Museum….
Digital Exclusives and Features, Entertainment News, Local News

KISS, Post Malone and more taking the stage in Columbia

Crysty Vaughan takes a look at some of the concert happenings in Local Living
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COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO–The Colonial Life Arena continues to pack the concert schedule for 2020. Here’s Crysty Vaughan with a look. Rock band KISS is coming to Columbia and they announced a special guest will hit the stage. The band announced that David Lee Roth has been added as a special guest to the last legs of the ‘END OF THE ROAD…
Digital Exclusives and Features, Entertainment News

Local Living: Something ‘Wicked’ is flying into the Koger Center

Broadway in Columbia presents 'Wicked' at the Koger Center
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COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–We are headed to Broadway in our look at Local Living. Something “Wicked” is flying into the Koger Center. Tonight Broadway in Columbia presents ‘Wicked’. It is the untold story from the Land of Oz about the Witches of Oz. There are plenty of performances now through February 9, 2020. In all, there are 24 shows. Some of…
Digital Exclusives and Features, Entertainment News

Local Living: Going Red for heart health and Country Music Concert

Crysty Vaughan takes a look at some of the Midlands Happenings in Local Living, including upcoming concerts at CLA
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COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–The City of Columbia is going red in the fight against heart disease next month. On February 7, 2020 the city will host its annual Go Red for Women Day Party at the Drew Wellness Center. The event  will feature health screenings, along with information to help support women affected by heart disease. Heart Disease is the number…