City of Columbia

City of Columbia: National Community Development Week

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– The city of Columbia is celebrating National Community Development week. Monday at the kick off, Mayor Steve Benjamin took the time to recognize all the programs that benefit from community development. Benjamin also pointed out that some of the programs could be cut if President Trump’s Budget proposal is approved.   Categories: Local News, News Tags: City…

City of Columbia to Host Easter Eggstravaganza

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– The City of Columbia is celebrating Easter with an Eggstravaganza. The 7th annual Let’s Move takes place Saturday and it is free and open to children ages 3-12. This year’s event will include an Easter Egg Hunt, games, eggs-ercises, face painting, exhibitors, refreshments and more, say organizers. WHEN: Saturday, April 15 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. WHERE: Spirit Communications Park,…

City Parade to Celebrate NCAA Women’s Basketball National Championship

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–It’s almost time for Gamecock fans to celebration a Basketball National Championship. Columbia Major Steve Benjamin has announced the City will honor the South Carolina’s NCAA Women’s Basketball National Championship with a parade on Sunday at 3pm. According to officials, here are the details for anyone who wants to join in on the celebration:   The parade route…

Columbia Open Art Studios

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Get ready for local artists to open up their works to Columbia. 64 artists in the City of Columbia, Lexington and Richland counties will take part in the Columbia Open Studios. According to organizers, this is the seventh annual event and it is free to the public. It is being sponsored by 701 Center for Contemporary Art….

City of Columbia “Together We Can Read” Event

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Get ready to get reading! The City of Columbia and Richland School District One kicked off their annual “Together We Can Read” project Monday. The featured book this year is written by two former USC Football players, Preston Moore & Langston Thorne and a local resident who illustrated the book. ‘Just A Chicken’ will be the focus of…

City of Columbia WOW at Main St. Ice

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– If you’re looking for a family friendly way to spend New year’s Eve, the City of Columbia has an option for you. The City is hosting WOW at Main Street Ice. Here are the details from the City of Columbia if you’s like to attend the event: This family-friendly event features interactive inflatables, games, food vendors, ice…

Mayor’s Walk Against Domestic Violence Rescheduled for Saturday, October 8

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Due to Hurricane Mathew the Mayor’s Walk Against Domestic Violence has now been rescheduled. According to the City,  Mayor Steve Benjamin, Councilwoman Tameika Isaac Devine, and the City of Columbia staff will host the 10th Anniversary of the Mayor’s Walk Against  on Saturday, October 8, 2016 . The new rescheduled date will be on Saturday, October 29,…

Watch: Council Considers Repairs to Columbia Canal

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–Columbia City Council has approved nearly Five Million dollars to go to multiple groups to help repair the Columbia Canal. The money will go towards providing the basis to get permits for the repairs. The canal’s embankment was damaged during October’s flooding. Columbia City Councilman Howard Duvall spoke to ABC Columbia News about the project. Categories: Local News,…

Watch: Columbia Mayor Launches Breast Cancer T-Shirt Fundraiser

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Get ready to wear T-Shirt fashion and support Breast Cancer survivors in the City of Columbia. Friday Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin, along with other city officials, unveiled the latest t-shirts designed for the annual Breast Cancer Fundraiser. The t-shirts can be purchased through City Hall and the money will go to a breast cancer non profit in…