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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.

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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Indah Coffee
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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Explore Wales Garden through Historic Columbia’s Palladium Tour: Landmarks and Landscapes
Discover local architectural treasures and Art in the Garden through Historic Columbia’s self-guided Palladium Tour: Landmarks and Landscapes
March 26, 2024
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Finlay Park updates
Development
The City of Columbia released updates on Finlay Park
The City of Columbia shared a YouTube video featuring a timeline, images, and renderings of the Finlay Park revitalization project.
March 20, 2024
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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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