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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.
Looking for a way to lend a paw or just want a furry friend? These shelters across Columbia could use your help fostering, adopting, or volunteering.
These migratory songbirds, the Purple Martins, gather here nightly through the summer, filling the sky in a swirling display before making their way to South America.⁠
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Head to the children’s museum on Saturday, May 31 for a fun-filled day designed to spark joy and minimize screen time.
Artists looking to display their art for two years inside of the revitalized Finlay Park must submit their applications by the end of May. Keep reading to see how it will work, what you’ll win if chosen, and the artwork criteria.
The 1400 block of Main Street has seen city halls, fires, banks, and modern design, and now it’s changing again.
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We’ve partnered with euphoria to give away one euphoric experience valued at $1,900.
Caroline Guitar Co. and Archer Avenue Studio have moved into a shared, custom-built creative space on River Drive.
Local business owners share what makes Columbia’s small business scene collaborative, creative, and community-driven.
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Plus, how a new retirement community is responding to Columbia’s needs.

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Every April we celebrate the anniversary of COLAtoday — Columbia, SC’s resource for all things Cola. Allow us to introduce our daily, five-minute newsletter, full of information for local citizens.
Get your garden started right in 2024 with these plant events and local nurseries featuring all types of plants that thrive in zone 8b.
Today, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the Columbia Canal and its impact on Columbia’s economy, transportation, filtration of drinking water, and more.
Make Deviled Eggs with Sweet & Spicy SC Pecans — a recipe given to us by the James Beard Semifinalist nominated for Best Chef, Jessica Shillato of Spotted Salamander Cafe and Catering
Did you know the city and the county provide interactive GIS maps of Columbia to connect you to resources and help you get to know your neighborhood?
Explore affordable and hands-free spring getaways with Columbia’s Amtrak Station and five train trips you can take.
Experience Columbia SC is relaunching the Sally Salamander Walking Tour, created by the Leadership Columbia Class of 2009. This free, walkable scavenger hunt guides visitors through Columbia’s downtown historic landmarks, businesses, and art installations.
The sixth annual Cottontown Art Crawl returns on Saturday, March 9 from 4 to 10 p.m., and is set to showcase 200 artists.
With the Super Bowl kicking off on Sun., Feb. 11, we want to make sure your nails won’t be the only thing you’re biting as the Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers duke it out on the field.
We’re bringing you some interesting facts about Columbia and its history. If you’re a trivia master (or local enthusiast), give this a try.