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12+ activities for older adults in Columbia
If you recently retired and are looking for things to do, this guide will help you make the most of retirement in Columbia.
April 09, 2026 01:17 PM
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David Stringer
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Arts
Read the winning poem from our 2023 poetry contest
We challenged our readers to turn one of our newsletters into a poem — here’s what you came up with.
April 18, 2023
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Sarah Leonhardt
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History
How well do you know Rosewood?
April 17, 2023
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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A guide to Big Gamecock Weekend
Here’s what you can expect and how to participate.
April 11, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
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Sports
USC Women’s basketball draftees going to the WNBA
The Gamecocks had a record-breaking night at the WNBA draft. See where each player will play.
April 11, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
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Culture
Celebrate Pretzel Day in Columbia
Nosh on a delicious soft pretzel — complete with your favorite toppings and dipping sauces — at one of these eateries in Columbia.
April 5, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Culture
Play “Would You Rather” with us, Columbia
April 4, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
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Meet Experience Columbia SC Ambassador Bianca Crawford Shelton
Here’s what this local loves most about our city — read on for weekend inspo.
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Travel and Outdoors
How to plan an event in a national park
From getting a permit to catering, we’ve got the details on how to plan a wedding, family reunion, or special occasion in a national park.
March 31, 2023
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Make a difference by volunteering during United Way’s Volunteer Week
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Amazing Airbnb and Vrbo rentals around Columbia
Check out some of the coolest, most unique Airbnb and Vrbo rentals around Columbia, South Carolina and plan for your next adventure or staycation.
March 29, 2023
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David Stringer
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Hit the Road: an outdoor adventure to Asheville, NC
December 3, 2024
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Samantha Robertson
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How walkable are Columbia’s neighborhoods?
This interactive map can help you determine how walkable certain blocks are to destinations like supermarkets, parks, restaurants, and schools.
December 2, 2024
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Brianna Williams
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Development roundup: The BullStreet District
Breweries, office buildings, and workout studios — oh my! Read through several development projects that have been in the works in the BullStreet District since 2023.
December 1, 2024
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Samantha Robertson
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Celebrating Small Business Saturday in Columbia
Columbia is made up of so many wonderful small businesses, here are a few our readers love in honor of Small Business Saturday.
November 26, 2024
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David Stringer
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Spend your Thanksgiving Day at The Nickelodeon Theater
Looking for plans this week or wanting to plan an outing with friends and family? Here are two movies playing currently at The Nickelodeon Theater.
November 25, 2024
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Samantha Robertson
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Arts
Try This: A visit to Newberry Opera House
The Newberry Opera House, a historic venue located halfway between Columbia and Greenville, is a beautiful historic 400 seat venue surrounded by a charming downtown.
November 22, 2024
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David Stringer
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City
Shop Road Extension plans progress
Richland County is expected to advance Shop Road Extension Phase 2 with a $2.57 million service order, adding 1.4 miles and a bridge over Mill Creek.
November 21, 2024
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David Stringer
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Development
Groundbreaking at the Sheperd Hotel
Work is underway at the Shepherd Hotel in the Vista, transforming Columbia’s historic fire station into a boutique hotel set to open in 2025.
November 20, 2024
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David Stringer
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Parking reform in Columbia: Here’s what’s changing
Columbia plans to modernize parking with higher rates, extended enforcement, and upgraded kiosks.
November 20, 2024
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David Stringer