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.

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Development
Columbia residents disagree on PickleGarden on the River plans
Last week, we wrote an article talking about the new PickleGarden on the River development. Here’s what Soda Citizens had to say about it.
January 8, 2024
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Samantha Robertson
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Weather
Severe weather alert: Tuesday storms pose risks for Columbia
Along with thunderstorms, the Midlands could face enhanced risk with a wind advisory and a severe weather alert issued.
January 8, 2024
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Samantha Robertson
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Development
PickleGarden on the River: Columbia’s soon to be newest pickleball and biergarten space
Colliers | South Carolina facilitated the PickleGarden on the River deal that plans to feature a new 4.75-acre riverfront property, set to open before the end of the year.
January 4, 2024
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Samantha Robertson
GoldenGirls Airbnb
Travel and Outdoors
Stay in this Golden Girls-themed Airbnb that’s located in downtown Columbia.
Sure you can stay somewhere overnight, but is it a Golden Girls-themed Airbnb? Take a look inside this eclectic bnb and book it next time you’re looking to stay in Five Points
January 4, 2024
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Samantha Robertson
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Education
USC unveiled the renderings for its new School of Medicine and research building
The new, 300,000-sqft School of Medicine and research building will serve as a hub for innovation, research, clinical experience, and more.
December 19, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
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Small Business
Local stocking stuffer guide for Columbia, SC
We want to see those socks sag after being filled to the brim with local stocking stuffer gifsts from around Columbia.
December 18, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
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City
How to recycle your Christmas tree in Columbia, SC
The holidays are over and you may be wondering how to recycle your Christmas tree around Columbia. We’re giving you several ideas on how to dispose of your holiday tree, including local drop-offs or providing nutrients to your gardens.
December 18, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
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Nonprofits
The Congaree Riverkeepers 2023 Cleanup Summary
The Congaree Riverkeeper released its 2023 Cleanup Summary and we’re sharing the highlights by the numbers, key findings, and how you can get involved.
December 15, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
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City
Winter weather forecast for Columbia, SC
Prepare for winter weather in Columbia, SC with these seasonal temperature and precipitation outlooks.
December 15, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
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