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.

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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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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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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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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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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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Theater
Get ready for “Hero": a local film shot around Columbia
Go behind the scenes of the making of ‘Hero’ and explore its local connections to USC, set to premiere at The Nick this month.
April 1, 2024
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Play
40+ great brunch restaurants to try in Columbia
Check out these brunch restaurants, cafes, and diners in Cola, serving a variety of egg dishes, mimosas, bloody marys, and more.
March 30, 2024
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Soda City
Culture
Wait, is the term “Soda City” cringe? Let us know
We had a reader provide feedback and share their thoughts about the term “Soda City” and we want to know if you agree.
March 28, 2024
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Food
Spring sips galore: Discover Columbia’s must-try spring menus at local coffee shops
Check out five local coffee shop’s spring menus full of seasonal flavors from strawberry toaster strudel cold brews to nutty black sesame flat whites.
March 26, 2024
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