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Government

Here’s how to join a city board or commission in Columbia

Want to get involved locally but don’t know how? Browse through the City of Columbia’s city boards and commissions that have vacancies and apply.

October 16, 2025 01:30 PM

David Stringer

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City

Spread the local love with COLAtoday’s Best

From coffee shops to event venues, we’re asking for your insight on the top-tier spots Columbia has to offer.

July 28, 2024

Bella Rainey

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Sports

Dreaming of gold: Olympians with ties to Columbia and SC competing in the Paris Summer 2024 Olympics

Cola is well represented on the world stage at the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics — these are some locals to watch.

July 16, 2024

Monica Garske

Food

Raise a glass — Drink Up Week is coming

We’ve got details and a map full of drink deals: We’ll be highlighting the vibrant beverage scene across Columbia, SC from July 22 to July 26, 2024.

July 15, 2024

Monica Garske

Festivals

Jammin’ in July is happening this weekend in Historic Camden

Looking for a night out and an evening full of local music with friends and family? Head to Jammin’ in July this weekend.

July 10, 2024

Samantha Robertson

Arts

Learn the ropes of a playwright by joining the Play Right Series

If you love local fine arts or are curious about what it takes to get a play from page to stage, join the Play Right Series with The Jasper Project and get involved in the production process of a local play.

July 8, 2024

Samantha Robertson

More from COLAtoday

Work

The top industries and employers in the Columbia metro area

The Columbia metro area covers Calhoun, Clarendon, Fairfield, Kershaw, Lexington, Newberry, Orangeburg, and Richland counties.

March 10, 2025

Samantha Robertson

City

Choose the coolest thing made in South Carolina

The ClimateCool Smartbed, made in Irmo, is a finalist in SC’s “Coolest Thing” contest.

March 10, 2025

David Stringer

City

Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center hits four-millionth visitor

The Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center celebrated this major milestone boosting tourism, events, and business growth.

March 7, 2025

David Stringer

City

How does recycling in Columbia, SC work?

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.

March 7, 2025

Samantha Robertson

Events

Your guide to the 2025 Cottontown Art Crawl

Explore 170 artists, live music, food trucks, and interactive art at the Cottontown Art Crawl, a free, family-friendly event.

March 6, 2025

David Stringer

Play

40+ great brunch restaurants to try in Columbia

Check out these brunch restaurants, cafes, and diners in Cola, serving a variety of egg dishes, mimosas, bloody marys, and more.

March 6, 2025

Samantha Robertson

City

Spirit Airlines adds 3 nonstop flights just in time for summer

Spirit Airlines adds nonstop flights from CAE to Orlando, Newark, and Fort Lauderdale, expanding travel options with limited-time $50 fares.

March 5, 2025

David Stringer

Events

Columbia Green’s 32nd Annual Festival of Gardens

Columbia Green’s Festival of Gardens returns in April, featuring eight private gardens in King’s Grant, a nature trail, and a gardening presentation.

March 4, 2025

David Stringer

Food

Philly Flavor arrives in Columbia: Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks expands to Five Points

Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks opens in Five Points, bringing authentic Philly cheesesteaks to Columbia with family ties, big flavors, and a hometown legacy.

March 4, 2025

David Stringer

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City

Piggly Wiggly on Devine Street announces its closure

The long-standing Columbia location, also known as the Social Pig, announced it will close its doors in the near future.

March 3, 2025

Michael Beausoleil