City of Columbia

City of Columbia to Host Open House on Zoning Ordinance

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– City of Columbia officials want to hear from residents about a proposed zoning ordinance.  The Zoning Department will host two open houses to review the draft of the new zoning ordinance. According to information released from the City: The first open house is on Jan. 17 at the Lourie Center, 1650 Park Cir., from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. and 4:30 – 7…

January Open House Hosted by Columbia City Council At Large Members

 COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Columbia City Council members want to hear from you in the New Year. Some council members are hosting a January At-Large Open House. Councilwoman Tameika Isaac Devine and Councilman Howard Duvall, Jr. will attend the event at City Hall. The Open House will be held on Wednesday, January 10, 2018 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. Categories: Local News, News Tags: City…

City of Columbia Tips to Protect Pipes in Frigid Weather

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– As the freezing temperatures grip Columbia , City of Columbia Water officials would like to remind water customers to take precautions to protect pipes. Here are some tips: Leave your faucets dripping to keep water moving through the pipes inside the home Open under-sink cabinets to allow the heat to circulate and keep pipes warm inside the…

City of Columbia Grants Temporary Permission for Water Shut Off, if Pipes Burst

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– The City of Columbia is helping out water customers during the winter freeze. According to City officials, Wednesday, January 3, through 8 a.m. Monday, January 8, Columbia Water is granting temporary permission for customers to shut off their water at the meter if they experience a water line break and do not have a shut-off valve installed on the property….

Home for the Holidays Pet Adoption Special

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–Get ready to bring a furry friend home this holiday, and get a deal too. The City of Columbia and Lexington Animal Services are hosting a Home for the Holidays adoption special in December. Adoption fees are $25. All adoption fees include spay/neuter, microchip, Feline Leukemia/Heartworm Test, initial vaccines and deworming, according to City officials. WHERE: Columbia Animal Services, 127 Humane…

Holiday Garbage Collection in City of Columbia- Schedule

COLUMBIA,  SC  (WOLO)– If you are wondering when to set out your garbage during the Christmas season, the city of Columbia has released its holiday collection schedule. According to City of Columbia officials, the Solid Waste Division will have an adjustable schedule for all recycling, garbage and yard waste pickup. Monday, December 25, 2017 – No collection Tuesday, December 26,…

Metered Parking and Parking Garage Information for City of Columbia During Holidays

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– If you are heading downtown Columbia for Christmas or the New Year, here are some parking changes you need to know about, and some free access. According to Parking officials, on December 25th there is Complimentary/ No Enforcement City Wide At the City Parking Decks there will be complimentary parking/GATES WILL BE RAISED AT ALL “GATED” CITY…

City of Columbia Announces Holiday Garbage Collection Schedule

COLUMBIA,  SC  (WOLO)– If you are wondering when to set out your garbage during the Christmas season, the city of Columbia has released its holiday collection schedule. According to City of Columbia officials, the Solid Waste Division will have an adjustable schedule for all recycling, garbage and yard waste pickup. Monday, December 25, 2017 – No collection Tuesday, December 26,…