Tag: family
EXCLUSIVE: Richland County’s silent epidemic: Suicide rates rise, seniors at risk
Suicide rates in Richland County are rising, and one particularly vulnerable population is being affected the most.
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Smith family still looking for answers amid Murdaugh media storm
Even as her son’s suspicious death has become part of the Murdaugh media frenzy, Sandy Smith is still looking for answers six years later.
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More young adults are taking on caregiving roles — whether they plan to or not
More young adults between the ages of 18 and 34 are assuming caregiving roles, either for a loved one or as a career.
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‘Reverse’ trick-or-treating brings normalcy to hospitalized kids
The children’s hospital at Prisma brings Halloween to the kids.
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Royals’ hometown kid turns dream into reality in Columbia
A 19-year-old catcher from Kansas City is living out his lifelong dream playing for the organization he grew up rooting for.
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Goat Daddy’s Farm back again with Halloween fun
The nonprofit animal sanctuary will have games, drinks and lots of animals to meet.
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Halloween is back! This is how Columbia is celebrating
Last year, people were advised not to go out trick-or-treating because of the coronavirus pandemic, prompting homeowners associations, churches and schools across the state to cancel Halloween celebrations. This year, parents are looking forward to the holiday.
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‘Rosewood tea’ leaves residents weary of using water
The yellow colored tap water has some Rosewood residents worried for their safety and continues to be an issue.
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Pet adoptions continue to climb during the pandemic
Throughout the pandemic, pet adoption rates have skyrocketed in South Carolina. Pet owners and official agencies explain why they think more people have started adopting
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A growing community encouraged to become more involved
As an emerging community, the Hispanic/Latino population in Columbia, SC is encouraged to take part in the Census and vote whenever they can.
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Fewer jobs means hungrier Midlands families
Harvest Hope continues to serve the hungry in the Midlands throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, despite reduced hours.
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From portfolio to pre-K: education during COVID-19
Reporter Lexi Torrence is home from her senior year of college, while her young cousin is home from her first year of pre school. Now they are learning together how to survive family life in a pandemic.
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