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The 59-room Lantern Columbia opens inside the former fire station as the Vista continues evolving.
Our Father’s Day Gift Guide will help you find the perfect gift this year.
Looking to level up your dessert game and always crave a little something sweet after dinner? Here are five, can’t-miss desserts in Columbia to split with friends (or keep all to yourself.)
Governor McMaster highlighted SC’s tourism’s $29 billion impact and we break down local and regional tourism stats.
Explore top-rated local car detailing services in Columbia, offering interior and exterior cleaning, mobile services, and more for your car or boat needs.
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Explore diverse voices and stories with $5 tickets to AAPI movies at The Nick this month.
Don’t know what to get the Mom in your life this Mother’s Day? We’re giving you a few ideas on what to get them or how you can spend Mother’s Day in Columbia.
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We picked out our favorite on-sale furniture and decor (but the sale ends tonight).
Cinco De Mayo is this Sunday, Cola and we rounded up a few local Mexican restaurants you may want to try.
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Deconstruction is underway on the historic 900 Main St. building, preserving materials, memories, and a mural.
Curious about rent in Columbia? We broke down how local prices compare to national averages and trends.
Although 239 years might seem like a long time, it is relatively young for a city, so let’s take a look at some objects you can see in Columbia that are older than the Capital City.
SC small businesses are facing closures due to rising liquor liability insurance premiums. A new law hopes to address that.
Columbia’s skyline may soon see its tallest addition in nearly 40 years. Developer Core Spaces is planning new 26 and 22-story towers, reaching ~300 feet tall, for the block bordered by Main, Hampton, Washington, and Assembly streets. Here’s what our readers think about the new development.
Do you need more ways to beat the heat? Check out our list of pools, water parks, and splash pools in Columbia.
Can you relate to the sentiment of feeling like “empty nesters” when students leave for the summer?” Here’s how to explore your city when there’s less traffic.
Stevie Nicks? Check. Jerry Cantrell? Check. It’s not a bad idea to triple check this list of upcoming concerts and get your tickets before they sell out in Columbia, SC.
Looking for ways to honor and observe Memorial Day with your family? This event round-up is for you. Whether you want to hike, work out, watch baseball, attend a musical performance, or more, find a way to get involved locally.
Have you ever wondered what Public Works does in your county? We are providing you a quick rundown of the basic tasks this civic department completes and how to interact with it.