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.

State Fair
Events
A South Carolina State Fair preview for Columbia, SC
This year’s SC State Fair will take place Wednesday, Oct. 11, and run through Sunday, Oct. 22.
October 2, 2023
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New Brookland Tavern
Business
New Brookland Tavern’s building is sold and it’s moving.
Though New Brookland Tavern hasn’t announced it’s location, the long-time local music venue assures locals it will be keeping its name and plans to have its annual New Year cover show event.
September 28, 2023
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West Columbia is seeing development growth: 6 projects to look forward to
West Columbia is seeing development growth. A new hotel was announced last week and today we’re recapping some of the most recent and biggest development projects happening in and around the area.
September 22, 2023
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City
Introducing the new “Joe E. Taylor, Jr. Way” sign
The new “Joe E. Taylor, Jr. Way” signage aims to honor the late Joe Taylor, a former councilman of Columbia who passed away at age 64 last December.
September 22, 2023
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City
What to do in Columbia during USC’s Family Weekend
Get ready to immerse yourself in USC’s vibrant campus life during Family Weekend, and explore the best of Columbia, SC with our pro tips and local insights.
September 20, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
Bitty and Beau's Coffee
Business
Bitty and Beau’s Coffee is officially coming soon to Columbia
Bitty and Beau’s Coffee originally began in Wilmington, NC, and aims to employ those with intellectual and developmental disabilities. It’s now coming to Gervais Street in the Vista.
September 20, 2023
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City
Columbia’s Three Rivers Greenway expansion
With Dominion Energy’s partnership and $24 million in funding, discover how Columbia is expanding its Three Rivers Greenway to create a stunning riverfront path from Richland County to the Lake Murray dam.
September 14, 2023
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City
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden’s Bridge to the Wild project: Phase 2
The Zoo is seeking funding for Phase Two through a twenty-year general obligation bond, impacting Richland + Lexington counties.
September 12, 2023
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Development
New pedestrian bridge planned for West Columbia to provide Saluda River access
This 20-year project to connect locals and visitors to the Saluda River is coming to life thanks to a new pedestrian bridge coming to West Columbia.
September 8, 2023
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