COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – August is National Immunization Awareness Month, and here in the Palmetto State, next week, August 14 through 21, is South Carolina Immunization Week. The S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control is using the month to remind parents – who are getting their kids ready to head back to school – to make sure their little ones are up-to-date on…
KERSHAW COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) – Camden-Kershaw County Tourism partners have launched a 70-page Guide to Outdoor Life in Kershaw County. The digital guide includes family-friendly options like off-road biking at Goodale State Park or more advanced kayaking on the Wateree River and moderate hiking on the Battle of Camden Trail. Good Morning Columbia’s Grace Joyal talked to Suzi Sale, tourism/marketing…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – A Columbia group that supports artists is offering free dance classes to the community. Fuse Artist Alliance was founded to connect artists in the Midlands. On Tuesday’s through the month of August, their professional dancers are teaching classes focused on different dance styles – free of charge. The classes take place at the Columbia Music Festival…
BLYTHEWOOD, S.C. (WOLO) – After a year full of renovations, the Blythewood location of Richland Library is set to open Thursday morning. Library staff is holding a grand opening celebration from 10 a.m. to noon Thursday, but the doors will stay open until 8 p.m. Good Morning Columbia’s Grace Joyal visited the branch for a preview of what community members…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – Canine Influenza has officially arrived in South Carolina, and some veterinarians are recommending getting your dog vaccinated against it as a precaution. Vets at Pawmetto Lifeline, in the Harbison area of Columbia, say it’s not a matter of if your dog comes in contact with the virus, but when. Dr. Janice Hodge says canine influenza is…
LAKE MURRAY, S.C. (WOLO) – Organizers for this weekend’s Drift Jam floating music festival at Lake Murray say they expect upwards of 10,000 people to attend. Event organizer Doug Gainey says they’ve been working with law enforcement for months to make sure everyone stays safe. Gainey called Drift Jam the “world’s largest floating concert.” The event is free, but donations are encouraged….
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COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – South Carolinians who wish to get a REAL ID-compliant card, can start filing paperwork at Department of Motor Vehicle branches across the state, beginning Monday. You do not need a REAL ID-compliant card to do many of the things your current license allows you to do. The state was authorized to begin working towards full compliance…
WEDGEFIELD, S.C. (WOLO) – When finished, the Palmetto Trail will be one of just 16 cross-state trails in the nation, stretching from the Upstate to the Lowcountry. The Palmetto Conservation Foundation is leading completion efforts. Last summer, they launched the Palmetto Conservation Corps – an AmeriCorps program. AmeriCorps members apply, and then select a term, location and subject area of service….
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Columbia is starting a new program that will match members of law enforcement with the children and families the organization currently serves. “Bigs in Blue” is a one-to-one mentoring program rolling out in Richland and Lexington Counties. “The Bigs in Blue program is a chance to connect local law enforcement…
