The public is invited to a one mile walk tomorrow to raise recognition for world elder abuse awareness day. According to the South Carolina Department of Social Services (DSS) , over 200 attendees are expected at the event, including local law enforcement and community leaders. Participants are encouraged to wear purple clothing or a purple ribbon as a reminder of…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–Set Free Ministries is working with Richland County Sheriff’s Department and Richland County Coroner’s Office to raise awareness of gun violence. On Saturday June 8th, there will be a Stop the Violence Community Walk. It begins at 9 a.m. at 6300 Shakespeare Road. The walk will be followed by the Family Friendly Neighborhood Fest at 10 a.m. The…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — Spreading the word to end the R-word. An event took place Tuesday afternoon on the South Carolina State House grounds. Approximately 2,000 students, teachers, family members and volunteers gathered to celebrate the Special Olympics and to pledge to support the elimination of the R-word and advocate for respect. Barbara Oswald with the South Carolina chapter of…
