black history month

Commission for Minority Affairs to recognize African Americans in health, wellness

SCCMA plans to celebrate Black History Month by highlighting Blacks contributions to healthcare

Image: SCCMA Columbia, SC (WOLO) — As Black History Month draws near, the South Carolina Commission for Minority Affairs are set to celebrate the many contributions that African Americans have made in the world of healthcare. This year, SCCMA’s Black History month theme is ‘Black Health and Wellness that will be highlighted throughout the month of February. The agency says…

Cleveland Sellers speaks at Black History Month event at Dorn VA

The Dorn VA is celebrating Black History month

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– The Dorn VA is celebrating Black History month. On Tuesday, an event highlighted the efforts of civil rights activist Cleveland Sellers. Sellers helped the Student Non-violent Coordinating Committee at SC State University during the civil rights movement. Sellers spoke during the event, adding, everyone celebrating diversity is what helps brings us together. Categories: Local News Tags: black…

Theaters celebrate Black History Month with Free screenings of “Harriet” in the Midlands

Universal City, California (WOLO)- Don’t miss your chance to see Harriet for free in the Midlands during Black History Month. Focus Features and Regal have partnered to offer free screenings of HARRIET in 50 theaters across the U.S. including right here in the Midlands. The showings will be on Tuesday, Feb. 4, and Tuesday, Feb. 11. The film depicts the life…

Black History Heritage Ball hosted by City of Columbia

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– You can celebrate Black History month at the annual Heritage Ball. The event, sponsored by the City of Columbia will take place at Greenview Park Sunday, February 24 from 5pm-8pm. The cost of admission is $10 dollars. Guests are encouraged to wear african print, the dress code is semi-formal. WHAT:  The Columbia Parks and Recreation Department invites the public…

Gospel Fest to celebrate community unity

Camden, SC (WOLO) — The Multi Cultural Committee of Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County has announced their plans to host thei 14th annual Gospel Fest and Heritage Tea in celebration of Black History Month. The purpose of the annual event is to spur community unity through music and dance. The BHM program will be held Saturday February 23rd, 2019…