Wanted in Columbia talks about retail happenings in Columbia and the surrounding area, but right now, it seems silly to talk about a new store or restaurant.

Much of Columbia is underwater. Bridges are washed out. Homes are destroyed. The Forest Acres area – one of my favorite parts of town – is devastated. And this comes after Forest Acres lost a police officer in a shooting earlier this week.

(I’m in Columbia, so my mind is here. But much of our state is devastated, especially the coastal areas like Charleston.)

The Columbia area is hurting. So we need prayers and support. Be safe. Help your neighbors. Thank your first responders. Look out for each other. It’s a long road ahead for recovery and our strength is in our unity.