🌱 Gable Oaks Apartments Shooters Arrested + Free Pet Adoptions

Happy Friday, people of Columbia! Let's get you all caught up to start today off on an informed note.

First, today's weather:

Partial sunshine. High: 67 Low: 46.

Here are the top three stories in Columbia today:

1. Two brothers and a 16-year old boy have been arrested in connection to a shooting at a North Columbia apartment building. The shooting occurred at the Gable Oaks Apartments in North Columbia on Mar. 1st. The two brothers shot and the 16-year old shot at each other during an argument. No one was injured in the shooting. (WLTX.com)
2. The Columbia Animal Services is offering free pet adoptions. From Apr. 4 through Apr. 16, the shelter will be offering free adoptions. Those who are looking to adopt can visit them at 127 Humane Lane. (WIS News 10)
3. Are you looking for a new home in the Columbia area? There are five new homes on the market for prospective Columbia homeowners. Visit Patch to see all of the listings. (Columbia Patch)

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Today in Columbia:

• Joe Bonamassa At Township Auditorium (8:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Student Government Association from Benedict College sure left a positive impact during a recent visit at Columbia Police Department Headquarters. The "meet and greet" this week allowed students to ask questions about public safety, CPD programs, employment and partnership opportunities. (Facebook)
• Congratulations to the winners of this year's ReadSC Writing contest. The South Carolina State Library looks forward to celebrating your achievements with your friends and family this Saturday. (Facebook)
• The South Carolina Arts Commission Term Arts Education Project Grants will close to applications next week, Mar. 29. Time to finish yours! (Facebook)

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That's it for today. See you all tomorrow for another update!

— Dan Casarella

About me: Dan Casarella is a writer, podcast producer, and small business development specialist who formerly worked in late-night television. He’s produced many talk segments, including with President Joe Biden, Kobe Bryant, and Chadwick Boseman. Dan studied Media Studies and Production at Temple University. He also enjoys running, painting, and the highs and lows of Philadelphia’s sports teams.