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City of Columbia: Free Parking Meters and Garages in wake of Coronavirus

The City of Columbia Parking Services Announces no Payments for Parking Meters and Garages to Support Social Distancing
Crysty Vaughan,

City of Columbia parking meter COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Monday, the City of Columbia Parking Services announced the parking meters and parking garages in the city would be free. According to a release from City officials, “as the City of Columbia Parking Services Division continues to support efforts of social distancing and our entire business community; parking payments will not be required for on-street parking meters until further…
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Local Living: City of Columbia curfew begins Wednesday

State of Emergency declaration of city-wide curfew restricts travel and public gatherings from 11:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m.
Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Effective today, Wednesday March 18, there will be a city wide curfew in Columbia.   According to City officials, Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin’s State of Emergency declaration of the city-wide curfew restricts travel and public gatherings from 11:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m., with the exception of persons traveling to and from work and for healthcare.   There…
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City of Columbia modifies services due to Coronavirus concerns

Access to Public buildings restricted, some services online only
Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA SC ( WOLO)– The City of Columbia announced it will modify services, until further notice, to minimize the spread COVID-19 in the community. According to City officials, a number of measures will be enacted beginning March 17, 2020. Per a release,  The City of Columbia has modified the following : Non-essential city employees will report on staggered schedules or…
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City of Columbia Parks and Rec postpone some events due to Coronavirus outbreak

Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Due to concerns over the Coronavirus, the City of Columbia has postponed some events. According to City officials, the City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department has announced they will postpone the following events:   Senior Exercise programs at Hyatt Park on M, W, F 10:30am and Greenview Park M, W, F 10:00am Mayor’s Play-Ball Initiative, scheduled for…

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City of Columbia passes emergency ordinance for Council Meetings amid Coronavirus

City Council unanimously passed an emergency ordinance to suspend normal operating procedures of City Council Meetings
Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–Columbia’s City Council does not want people to come to council meetings because of Coronavirus fears. During a work session Tuesday, Council unanimously passed an ‘ordinance’ in which only the Mayor and three members attend meetings while the others participate via teleconference. Leaders are also urging citizens wanting to attend, to instead, watch the live stream of the…
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You’re invited! City of Columbia set to host Go Red Day Party in February

City to Host Go Red Columbia Day Party in honor of National Wear Red Day
Crysty Vaughan,

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…
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An always-evolving city: A look at Columbia’s past and how it could change in the future

The "Columbia Compass" plan looks to keep the city changing leading up to its 250th anniversary in 2036
Tim Scott,

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) –A city is always evolving, but much like it has over the last century, Columbia might see some changes in the next few years. City planners are laying out their road map for the Capital City’s future, but keeping in mind aspects of its past. Back in the 1920’s, Columbia was not the same city it is…
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Swearing In Ceremony set for Tuesday for City of Columbia Council Members

Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Happening Tuesday, a swearing-in ceremony will be held for two re-elected City Council members and one newly elected City Council member, say city officials.  According to a release, the following Council members will be sworn in: –      Councilman Howard Duvall (re-elected /at-large) –      Councilman Edward McDowell (re-elected /district 2) –      Councilman-Elect Will Brennan (newly elected /district 3)  When: January 7, 2020…
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Local Living: Mannheim Steamroller Christmas, Main Street Lights and more

Some Holiday Happenings in the Midlands this weekend
Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–We have a lot of events going on in the midlands this week. Grab your calendar for Crysty Vaughan’s look at Local Living. Mannheim Steamroller Christmas takes the stage Friday, November 22 at 7:30pm at the Koger Center. The show features Mannheim Steamroller Christmas Classics. For ticket information click here http://www.kogercenterforthearts.com/event.php?id=700 Downtown Newberry is getting in the Christmas spirit….
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Local Living: Halloween Happenings and indoor treats!

Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–There are a lot of Halloween events around the Midlands, Crysty Vaughan has your look in ‘Local Living. On Halloween kids can head over to Edventure Children’s Museum for its ‘Halloween Hoopla’ celebration. Edventure Children’s Museum is ready for Halloween. The museum will host a Halloween Hoopla celebration. According to the organizers, Tickets are $5 for adults and children…