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If you recently retired and are looking for things to do, this guide will help you make the most of retirement in Columbia.
From sweet tea to peach, here are what ice cream flavors you said best describe our city.
Hand cut and pick a variety of sunflowers, take photos among the acres of blooms, and enjoy Denver Downs Farm festivities for the South Carolina Sunflower Festival in Anderson, SC.
We reflect on the history of Joyful Alternative and share some of our readers’ favorite memories of this counter-culture staple from 1970 to 2003.
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Throughout the month of July, COLAtoday will be sharing content celebrating the beverage industry in our community.
One Columbia for the Arts and Culture is hosting a free public dialogue and learning session about public art in the Midlands.
We compare our previous Municipal Equality Index scores from the Human Rights Campaign... plus, how that score might change.
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A new Komodo dragon habitat is in the works to provide more engaging, up-close views of the endangered monitors and is part of the Phase One Bridge to the Wild project.
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The Columbia Museum of Art will begin closing its galleries as it undergoes renovations in the new year to replace and improve gallery lighting and more. Be rest assured, the local museum will still be hosting events and programs.
2024’s Google Year in Search is out — check out what Soda Citizens were searching most this year (it might surprise you).
For the new year, we’re asking readers to submit their top questions about the Soda City for us to answer.
We’re crossing our fingers for some Midlands snow, but the good news is we’re a short drive from spots to ski, snowboard, and tube near Columbia, SC.
Calling all pickleball players — the Professional Pickleball Association is partnering with local organizations to host a tournament for amateur and aspiring professional pickleball players over the weekend of March 28-30.
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.