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Happening at the beginning of National Small Business Week, Farmer’s Market Xchange will host a grand opening and offer discounts to celebrate.
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See what Editors Sam and David are shopping this year.
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Lourie Life & Health aims to be an advocate and resource for questions regarding coverage.
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The South Carolina Ports Authority supports 1 in 9 jobs statewide — and those jobs pay 23% higher than the state average wage.
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Holiday hosting doesn’t have to be costly.
Shop the most popular gifts of the 2023 holiday season, plus gifts that support small businesses and the best holiday wrapping paper to tie it all up in.
Feeling festive yet? To help you and your family take advantage of the fall season, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite fall festivities to participate in around Columbia.
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Observed annually on the first Friday of October, this day is meant to celebrate the industry and inspire those who may be interested in pursuing careers in manufacturing.
Hotel Trundle, the award-winning boutique hotel in downtown Cola, announced plans to open the Flutter Wing — a new block of rooms located around the corner from the flagship hotel that will overlook Main Street and the Columbia Museum of Art.
Here’s the deal — the flea market and vintage shopping scene is stellar in the Soda City
Though New Brookland Tavern hasn’t announced it’s location, the long-time local music venue assures locals it will be keeping its name and plans to have its annual New Year cover show event.
Bitty and Beau’s Coffee originally began in Wilmington, NC, and aims to employ those with intellectual and developmental disabilities. It’s now coming to Gervais Street in the Vista.
With Dominion Energy’s partnership and $24 million in funding, discover how Columbia is expanding its Three Rivers Greenway to create a stunning riverfront path from Richland County to the Lake Murray dam.
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The Zoo is seeking funding for Phase Two through a twenty-year general obligation bond, impacting Richland + Lexington counties.
This 20-year project to connect locals and visitors to the Saluda River is coming to life thanks to a new pedestrian bridge coming to West Columbia.
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Nephron Nitrile officially opened in Saxe Gotha Industrial Park in West Columbia in December 2022, bringing PPE production to the Midlands and generating 250 jobs for Lexington County.
Remember the times you used to simply pursue the city and stumble upon your next great adventure? Come along as we tell a story filled with a roundup of local bookstores to visit when you want to read a new book.
Wingard’s Market was named Small Business of the Year by the Lexington County chamber of commerce for the work they do selling local products and giving back to the community.
The new Activity Center at Camp Cole will promote inclusivity to ensure individuals with diverse physical and sensory needs can comfortably experience the space.
BOHO Pizza and Brew aims to blend wood-fired pizza with ice cream, beer, wine, and live music for locals to enjoy and will be located near Lexington High School.
We’re breaking down the “why” behind the surge of economic growth in Richland County and taking a look at several investments that will shape the county’s economic future.
In the August 1 City Council meeting, funding was approved and a local business was awarded the construction bid for the Finlay Park Revitalization Project, which will take about two years.
What local chain, business, or bar would you legally change your name for to earn a lifetime of free drinks, food, or tickets?
SCSM is offering locals (and beyond) an immersive exploration of the museum’s extensive collections through its new online database, showcasing 1.1 million artifacts and artworks.
Visitation increased from 15.1 million in 2021 to 15.8 million in 2022. We’re breaking down some other tourism stats + we’ll give you ways to get involved and keep the ball rolling as citizens.
Legendary and former football star for the University of South Carolina is expanding his footprint in the Five Points District and buying two more bars.
ABB Inc., a Swiss company, is the largest manufactur of electric charging stations in the world.
Columbia-based Sakhar Jams, one of the recipients of the Agribusiness Center for Research and Entrepreneurship’s (ACRE) recent grant, is making waves in the food industry.
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