City of West Columbia prepares as Hurricane Florence approaches
With Hurricane Florence approaching, officials in West Columbia are in hyper-busy mode getting ready. “The City’s emergency response team is preparing for the storm,” said Anna Huffman, West Columbia’s Public Information officer. To do that several departments are coordinating, trying to make sure all bases are covered. “Public Works is […]
Read More >>West Columbia issues Hurricane Florence Information, Riverwalk closing Thursday
The City of West Columbia is closing the Wyman M. “Mac” Rish Riverwalk and Amphitheater on Thursday, September 13, at noon, ahead of the arrival of Hurricane Florence. The City expects residents and visitors to stay out of the park and river for their safety and that of first responders. […]
Read More >>Hurricane Florence weakens to Category 2, but lots of rain and wind forecast
Hurricane Florence had weakened to a Category 2 hurricane, according to the 11 p.m. Wednesday report from the National Hurricane Center. The NHC said the storm is still expected to be “an extremely dangerous, life-threatening hurricane.” It is forecast to move from the coast to the Columbia metro area, according […]
Read More >>South Carolina cancels football game versus Marshall
In light of the shifting forecast and probable path of Hurricane Florence, the University of South Carolina has canceled the football game versus Marshall that was scheduled to be played Saturday evening at 7:30. The Gamecocks will look for an opportunity to play a 12th regular season game later this […]
Read More >>Kickoff time for Clemson game Saturday moved to noon
The kickoff time for Clemson’s game versus Georgia Southern has been moved to noon on Saturday at Memorial Stadium, the university announced on Wednesday. The game was originally scheduled for 3:30 p.m. Location of the contest remains at Clemson. “Clemson University officials continue to work with emergency management personnel, the ACC Office […]
Read More >>Friday’s Tunnel to Towers 5k is canceled
The Tunnel to Towers 5k scheduled for Friday (Sept. 14) has been cancelled due to the approach of Hurricane Florence. It will not be rescheduled, but all registrants can pick up their event t-shirt on Sept. 21 and receive free registration for next year’s event. Registrants should check their email […]
Read More >>West Columbia issues Hurricane Florence Information, Riverwalk closing Thursday
The City of West Columbia is closing the Wyman M. “Mac” Rish Riverwalk and Amphitheater on Thursday, September 13, at noon, ahead of the arrival of Hurricane Florence. The City expects residents and visitors to stay out of the park and river for their safety and that of first responders. […]
Read More >>Hurricane Florence weakens to Category 2, but lots of rain and wind forecast
Hurricane Florence had weakened to a Category 2 hurricane, according to the 11 p.m. Wednesday report from the National Hurricane Center. The NHC said the storm is still expected to be “an extremely dangerous, life-threatening hurricane.” It is forecast to move from the coast to the Columbia metro area, according […]
Read More >>South Carolina cancels football game versus Marshall
In light of the shifting forecast and probable path of Hurricane Florence, the University of South Carolina has canceled the football game versus Marshall that was scheduled to be played Saturday evening at 7:30. The Gamecocks will look for an opportunity to play a 12th regular season game later this […]
Read More >>Kickoff time for Clemson game Saturday moved to noon
The kickoff time for Clemson’s game versus Georgia Southern has been moved to noon on Saturday at Memorial Stadium, the university announced on Wednesday. The game was originally scheduled for 3:30 p.m. Location of the contest remains at Clemson. “Clemson University officials continue to work with emergency management personnel, the ACC Office […]
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