Parenting Takes a Village

Family fun on a budget, how to save at the SC State Fair

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:00:52 +0000

In this week’s episode of Parenting Takes a Village, WIS’ Billie Jean Shaw visits the fairgrounds to find out how families can make lasting memories without breaking the bank.

Coroner talks reaching youth before tragedy

Wed, 7 Oct 2026 13:45:26 +0000

For most people, the coroner’s office is associated with what happens after a tragedy. But Richland County Coroner Naida Rutherford says part of her work is also about reaching young people before tragedy happens.

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Water Babies swim classes teach year-round water safety

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 13:45:45 +0000

Water safety is a critical skill for young children year-round, not just during the peak summer months.

In the latest installment of Parenting Takes a Village, WIS anchor Billie Jean Shaw visits the Charles R. Drew Wellness Center in Columbia to see how early swim education prepares infants and toddlers for a lifetime of water safety.

Catch new episodes of "Parenting Takes a Village" every Wednesday on this podcast feed and on the WIS streaming app: https://www.wistv.com/page/apps/

Do babies need a chiropractor?

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 14:47:45 +0000

Do babies need a chiropractor? Billie Jean discovers the answer to that question with local chiropractor Kenny Benton.

Catch new episodes of "Parenting Takes a Village" every Wednesday on this podcast feed and on the WIS streaming app: https://www.wistv.com/page/apps/