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Shoppes at Forest Hills sits in one of Columbia’s most desirable neighborhoods, close to the Forest Hills, Melrose Heights, and Heathwood communities.
It’s Small Business Week, and we are highlighting ~10 home service companies that will help you get around to those looming home projects that seem to fall off the to-do list when weekends roll around. Hire local pros so those to-do lists don’t seem as daunting.
Join us at COLAtoday, we’re celebrating Small Business Week in the Midlands from Sunday, May 4, to Saturday, May 10.
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Discover some stand-out local spots bringing fresh energy to our city — and imagine being part of the next wave.
The Tapp’s building, a staple landmark in Columbia since the 1900s, will soon house retail shops and a 24/7 gym, set to open in July 2025.
Midlands restaurateurs Steve Cook, Joe Walker, and Ryan Jones are opening a modern steakhouse in Lexington in May 2025, featuring hand-cut steaks, seafood, and seasonal dishes.
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Including Oprah’s favorite eye mask and a No. 1 best-selling beard trimmer.
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For two decades, Studio 2LR has produced award-winning projects for clients across the Southeast.
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See how Columbia is growing with a new report from Elevate Midlands.
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Check out our guide to the many meaningful murals you can find around our city.
From logos to strategy, SC nonprofits can get free creative help through CreateAthon.
Dining in Columbia is always a fresh experience, with new restaurants popping up all the time — and more on the way.
We’re highlighting the 28 best parks the Midlands has to offer — complete with scenic trails, splash pads, riverfront views, and plenty of space to play, picnic, and relax.
If you’re planning a tubing trip with friends or family, this guide is for you and highlights everything you need to know about tubing down the river in Columbia
What’s even sweeter than honey? Producing your own. Here’s everything you need to know about beekeeping in the Midlands.
Celebrate Independence Day early with SC’s biggest fireworks show — best viewed by boat or from Dreher Island State Park.
Every year, Columbia hosts the SC Juneteenth Freedom Festival (SCJFF) and we’re breaking down how you can get involved around town.
Rivers, lakes + streams, oh my. The Midlands has some pretty great freshwater fishing spots and is only about an hour from saltwater. Reference this guide before you fish around Columbia.
Local recommendations, library challenges, and book clubs to keep your reading list hot this summer