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Samantha Robertson

Senior City Editor

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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Live
Get your sweat on at gyms around Columbia
From lifting weights, indoor rock climbing, personal training, dance fitness, boxing classes, and martial arts programs — we’ve rounded up 30+ gyms and fitness offerings around Columbia.
March 20, 2024
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Airports and Transportation
How to utilize Columbia’s Amtrak Station and our city’s railroad history
Explore affordable and hands-free spring getaways with Columbia’s Amtrak Station and five train trips you can take.
March 17, 2024
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City
Richland County considering a $2.2 billion Transportation Sales Tax for proposed road projects over 15 years
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
March 14, 2024
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Live
Making your flying process plane and simple at Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
To help make your entire experience at Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) as smooth as possible, we’ve created a guide that covers everything from gates and parking to food and bev options.
March 13, 2024
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Festivals
Your guide to the 2024 St. Pat’s Festival in Columbia, SC
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.
March 11, 2024
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Culture
COLAtoday’s BBQ bracket champion
You’ve crowned our Midlands BBQ champion as City Limits Q, the West Columbia BBQ restaurant led by James Beard Award nominee Robbie Robinson.
March 10, 2024
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Travel and Outdoors
How to see the synchronous fireflies at Congaree National Park
Here’s how to snag your tickets so you can see the How to see the synchronous fireflies at Congaree National Park.
March 7, 2024
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Volunteer
Your guide to local animal rescues + shelters across Columbia
Looking for a way to lend a paw or just want a furry friend? These shelters across Columbia could use your help fostering, adopting, or volunteering.
March 6, 2024
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City
Sally Salamander: Columbia’s amphibian-lead walking tour
Experience Columbia SC is relaunching the Sally Salamander Walking Tour, created by the Leadership Columbia Class of 2009. This free, walkable scavenger hunt guides visitors through Columbia’s downtown historic landmarks, businesses, and art installations.
March 6, 2024
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