Sam Robertson

Samantha Robertson

Content & Platform Strategy Manager

Sam is based in Columbia, SC and previously worked in PR marketing for several local brands and startups in the Soda City before joining COLAtoday as a City Editor in 2021. When she’s not content creating, she loves staying active, brunching around town, rooting for the Gamecocks, and spending time by the rivers.

Today, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the Columbia Canal and its impact on Columbia’s economy, transportation, filtration of drinking water, and more.
Experience a weekend packed with Celtic culture and heritage in the Midlands with the Tartan Day South Celebration, supporting the River Alliance
Go behind the scenes of the making of ‘Hero’ and explore its local connections to USC, set to premiere at The Nick this month.
We had a reader provide feedback and share their thoughts about the term “Soda City” and we want to know if you agree.
Check out five local coffee shop’s spring menus full of seasonal flavors from strawberry toaster strudel cold brews to nutty black sesame flat whites.
Discover local architectural treasures and Art in the Garden through Historic Columbia’s self-guided Palladium Tour: Landmarks and Landscapes
Explore affordable and hands-free spring getaways with Columbia’s Amtrak Station and five train trips you can take.
Richland County’s Proposed $2.2 billion Transportation Sales Tax and some of the project drafts were unveiled: Here’s what you need to know
Get ready to shamrock out at one of Cola’s biggest events and see what’s going to be new at this year’s St. Pat’s Festival.