Wanted in Columbia: Support

So the worst of the flooding is over, but the recovery continues. It’s going to be a while before things are back to normal. So what Columbia needs right now is support. If you can volunteer, there are lots of people who need help. And you can make a huge impact by donating to one of the many organizations helping with the recovery, like Harvest Hope or United Way.

I’ve been amazed by how people in Columbia have responded to the flooding. Everyone has really come together to support the members of our community who lost so much. Just one more reason to love Soda City. 

Wanted in Columbia: Not more rain...

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.