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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.

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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Dominion energy and the City fo
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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Small Business
Bookstores to browse around the Soda City
Remember the times you used to simply pursue the city and stumble upon your next great adventure? Come along as we tell a story filled with a roundup of local bookstores to visit when you want to read a new book.
September 6, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
Williams-Brice stadium during a day game.
Football
A guide to the Gamecock’s 2023 college football season
College football is back — here’s how to stream the games, tailgate like a pro, and cheer on the Gamecocks this 2023 season.
August 30, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
Camp Cole
Development
Camp Cole broke ground on a new activity center
The new Activity Center at Camp Cole will promote inclusivity to ensure individuals with diverse physical and sensory needs can comfortably experience the space.
August 25, 2023
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Rooted Yoga
Wellness
Find your zen with our Columbia yoga guide
Check out these 10 yoga studios around Soda City, which offer beginner classes, memberships, hot yoga, and more.
August 23, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
boho pizza and brew
Business
BOHO Pizza and Brew, a new community restaurant, is coming soon to Lexington.
BOHO Pizza and Brew aims to blend wood-fired pizza with ice cream, beer, wine, and live music for locals to enjoy and will be located near Lexington High School.
August 21, 2023
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