Samantha Robertson in a white shirt and grey vest

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.

Azalea Coffee Bar
Live
Your guide to Columbia’s coffee shops
If you don’t have coffee already in hand, consider this your sign to grab some with our coffee guide, featuring 25+ local coffee shops.
April 17, 2024
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City
The City of Columbia unveiled a new city logo
We’re sharing about how the City of Columbia unveiled a new city logo and rebranding. Now we want to know what you think about it. Join the conversation and share your thoughts with us.
April 17, 2024
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Travel and Outdoors
4 driveable day or weekend trip destinations within two hours of Columbia
Just need to getaway for a few days or feeling spontaneous on a day off? Here are four day trip destinations within two hours of Columbia.
April 15, 2024
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Samantha Robertson
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Government
New regulations for short-term rentals in Richland County
Short-term rentals in Richland County are on the rise. Today we’re breaking down the new changes with a new ordinance, adopted by City Council on Tuesday, April 9, 2024.
April 11, 2024
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Business
Is El Vago Mexican Kitchen coming soon to Cola?
We saw a cryptic post on social media and decided to do some digging on a potential new business coming to Cola. Come along with us to do some digging on El Vago Mexican Kitchen.
April 11, 2024
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Samantha Robertson
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City
How does recycling in Columbia, SC work?
Don’t know what to do with a specific item or where to start if you’re curious about recycling in Columbia? We’ve got you.
April 10, 2024
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Samantha Robertson
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City
Exploring Columbia, SC: What is COLAtoday?
Every April we celebrate the anniversary of COLAtoday — Columbia, SC’s resource for all things Cola. Allow us to introduce our daily, five-minute newsletter, full of information for local citizens.
April 9, 2024
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Samantha Robertson
Bierkeller
City
Throw back Thursday: A history lesson on the Columbia Canal
Today, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the Columbia Canal and its impact on Columbia’s economy, transportation, filtration of drinking water, and more.
April 2, 2024
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Samantha Robertson
Tartan Day South Festival in Columbia, SC
The 12th Annual Tartan Day South Celebration
Experience a weekend packed with Celtic culture and heritage in the Midlands with the Tartan Day South Celebration, supporting the River Alliance
April 1, 2024
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