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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
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David Stringer
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Culture
Win the holidays with gifts from these local Etsy sellers
Whether your budget is $10, $20, or $200, find a completely unique gift for everyone on your list. 🎁
November 22, 2022
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Culture
Here’s how we’re saying thank you
Our readers’ dedication + engagement allows us to do what we love, and we want to say thank you.
November 21, 2022
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Staff
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Road trip: Go “sea” the holiday magic at the South Carolina Aquarium
’Tis the season for making memories, and the South Carolina Aquarium in Charleston is swimming with festive fun.
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Travel and Outdoors
Great Escapes: Our Guide to Boone, NC
Planning a getaway? Check out Boone, NC, a beautiful mountain town with modern amenities nestled in the northwest corner of North Carolina.
November 16, 2022
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David Stringer
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Culture
Attend the 38th Vista Lights event in Columbia
We’re giving you a full rundown and guide to the annual 38th Vista Lights holiday event in Cola.
November 14, 2022
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Samantha Robertson
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Culture
What Soda Citizens can’t live without
According to Soda Citizens.
November 14, 2022
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Samantha Robertson
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Culture
The ultimate gift guide for the holidays
We’ve got you covered with our holiday gift guide featuring clothing and accessories for every personality from our online shop, Six & Main.
November 10, 2022
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Staff
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Food
We tried a dirty chai at six local coffee shops
We tried chai made with espresso from six different local coffee shops around Columbia, SC. Here are the results of the store superlatives.
November 10, 2022
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Arts
A court from a legend for future legends
Local basketball legend A’ja Wilson opens new court
November 9, 2022
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David Stringer
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Sports
Keep up with some of South Carolina’s athletes at the 2024 Paris Olympics
Several athletes with ties to SC have competed in the first week of the 2024 Paris Olympics and we’re giving you an update on their happenings.
July 30, 2024
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Samantha Robertson
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Sports
What to expect and how to attend the Rivals in Red soccer game happening in Columbia
Liverpool F.C. + Manchester United will play at Williams-Brice Stadium as part of the Rivals in Red Tour. Here’s how to get involved locally and what to expect for the game, happening on Saturday, Aug. 3.
July 30, 2024
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Food
Vegan and vegetarian eats in Columbia
Dig into delicious and nutritious vegan and vegetarian fare in every corner of Columbia.
July 29, 2024
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David Stringer
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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
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Events
Join in on the soccer ball scavenger hunt at this week’s First Thursday on Main event
20 lucky locals will find and get to keep local pieces of art at this week’s First Thursday on Main to celebrate the Rivals in Red game happening between Liverpool + Manchester United on Saturday, Aug. 3.
July 26, 2024
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Unsanctioned Olympic events that Columbia would dominate
If these sports were approved by the International Olympic Committee, Soda City residents would surely take home the gold.
July 25, 2024
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David Stringer
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Food
5 pro tips from your local baristas
COLAtoday caught up with Indah barista Alyssa T. to find out some pro tips to help customers try something new and have a great coffee experience.
July 25, 2024
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David Stringer
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Music
Local DJ + hip-hop activist, MASTER SPLNTA is coming out with a full-length debut album.
MASTER SPLNTA will perform his album release concert at New Brookland Tavern and will release “DOJO” this August.
July 24, 2024
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Samantha Robertson
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Culture
Local libations: A round of Columbia-centric craft beers
A turn of phrase here, a recognizable COLA nod there — these craft beers found around Soda City take local pride seriously.
July 23, 2024
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Monica Garske
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Food
5 of Cola’s refreshing summer drinks
Don’t sweat the heat, cool down with one of these five cold drinks around Columbia, SC.
July 23, 2024
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David Stringer