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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.

The Tapp’s building, a staple landmark in Columbia since the 1900s, will soon house retail shops and a 24/7 gym, set to open in July 2025.
Ditch the doomscrolling for a more creative or relaxing hobby.
No surprise here — Soda City Market was named the No. 1 Farmers Market in the nation by USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards.
Midlands restaurateurs Steve Cook, Joe Walker, and Ryan Jones are opening a modern steakhouse in Lexington in May 2025, featuring hand-cut steaks, seafood, and seasonal dishes.
Support Columbia causes year-round — from mentoring youth to rescuing pets, river cleanups, or helping from home.
The story behind the purple flowers that look like grapes and usually blooms in the spring in Columbia an the surrounding areas.
You don’t need to spend a lot to have a good day in Columbia. With this guide, you won’t need to spend anything but time.
Dig into Columbia’s must-try pizza shops including local legends, fancier fare, cross-country crusts, and more.
The Columbia metro area covers Calhoun, Clarendon, Fairfield, Kershaw, Lexington, Newberry, Orangeburg, and Richland counties.