COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – Columbia mayor Steve Benjamin said Tuesday the city is working on plans to provide relief to victims of Hurricane Harvey in Southeast Texas. Mayor Benjamin released this statement: Looking at the pictures and videos coming out of Southeast Texas this week, we know what these families and communities feel because we’ve been through it. We want…
Attend a free workshop to gain skills to start and maintain a healthy garden
The City of Columbia has designated five parks as public viewing sites for the Total Solar Eclipse on Monday
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–The City is working to help area neighborhoods still reeling from the October 2015 floods. Monday, the City of Columbia Community will host a Disaster Recovery Program Session. The event is for recovery assistance for those impacted by the October 2015 flood. Case managers are on hand to help discuss individual flooding issues and see who may qualify for…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Getting the City’s vision to the residents, that’s the focus of a new summit in Columbia. Councilwoman Tameika Isaac Devine is set to host the Envision Columbia Women’s Summit. It will take place at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center Tuesday. “The purpose of the summit is to ensure that women in our community are aware of City…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – The City of Columbia is hosting the next discussion in an ongoing series about fair housing called, “Speak Out,” Thursday, July 27. The quarterly conversations will address different issues regarding Fair Housing/Equal Opportunity. During the second quarterly session the conversation will focus on issues citizens face regarding transportation options within the City of Columbia. This is a conversation with…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– City of Columbia officials say they are wasting no time after DHEC says a bird found in downtown Columbia tested positive for West Nile. Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin, along with Richland County Vector control announced Tuesday afternoon they have already begun spraying the area near where the bird was found. Officials say they will spray for mosquitos near…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– It’s time to play! The newly renovated Owens Field Park is now open. ABC Columbia News was on hand for The City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department grand opening ceremony. The Owens Field Park Miracle League Field and Playground features a playground, equipment for special needs, and new upgraded walking trail. Mayor Steve Benjamin and Ray…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– If you are searching for a way to beat the heat this summer than you’re in luck. The City of Columbia splash pads are open across area parks. You can take time to cool off, without diving in to a pool. Here’s a list of operating hours from the City of Columbia: The following locations will operate…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin is kicking off Summer Camp. Monday , the Mayor was at Charles Drew Wellness center to announce the sign up has begun for the Drills and Skills event in the city. This is the 8th year for the camp. The Summer Sports Camps give children an opportunity to take part in everything from…
