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Columbia looked good on national TV this week.
The number eight symbolizes South Carolina’s history — from the eight Lords Proprietors and colonial rulers to becoming the nation’s eighth state.
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Dining in Columbia is always a fresh experience, with new restaurants popping up all the time — and more on the way.
From toddlers to retirees, explore local schools and programs that keep Columbians learning and playing music.
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Check off each of these bucket list items to make the most of the fall season in the Midlands.

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Explore the rich legacy of Columbia College, a historic campus once exclusive to women, now celebrating over 150 years of change.
Does pollen season have you wiping your eyes and nose? Blame the hidden tree pollen as spring allergies kick into high gear.
You may see — or smell — these trees around Cola this spring.
The ClimateCool Smartbed, made in Irmo, is a finalist in SC’s “Coolest Thing” contest.
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.
Check out these brunch restaurants, cafes, and diners in Cola, serving a variety of egg dishes, mimosas, bloody marys, and more.
Columbia has seven sister cities worldwide, fostering cultural ties. Explore Cola’s connections to Accra, Ghana; Kaiserslautern, Germany; and Plovdiv, Bulgaria.
If you’re trying to reach new running goals, consider signing up for one of these upcoming races or find ways to get more steps in around Columbia
From snowstorms to memorable snowfalls and winter weather locals can expect to see later this season, we’re recapping the history of snow in Columbia.
Nominate your neighborhoods, share your holiday light-seeing traditions, or even brag about your own house if you decorate at level 10. We’re looking for reader recommendations on where the best holiday light displays are in the Midlands.