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Dog-friendly businesses guide for Columbia
Explore these dog-friendly businesses in Columbia that span from places to eat, drink, shop, exercise, and stay the night.
September 10, 2025 03:30 PM
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A Columbia-based puzzle
See if you can finish this puzzle of a local Columbia spot.
September 15, 2022
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Park(ing) Day returns to the Main Street District
September 14, 2022
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Great Escapes: Our guide to Newport, RI
Get ready for hydrangeas and sailboats galore.
September 13, 2022
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Digital groups you should join in Columbia, SC
Get plugged into the Cola scene with these online communities to stay in-the-know about your city.
September 9, 2022
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Fall Events in the Olde English District
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Fall event roundup: 6 family-friendly events to put on your radar
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Columbia’s new public art walk

September 2, 2022
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You haven’t experienced Charleston until you’ve experienced jazz
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National Cinema Day is Saturday
September 1, 2022
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10 things to know about the South Carolina State Fair
September 1, 2022
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Meet the Midlands innovative agribusinesses
The South Carolina Department of Agriculture’s ACRE awarded $200,000 in grants to 12 local agribusinesses, providing funding and professional support for their innovative projects.
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Father’s Day Gift Guide: Presents for the father figure in your life
Our Father’s Day Gift Guide will help you find the perfect gift this year.
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COLAtoday was nominated for four categories in the Best of Columbia contest
Thanks to our readers and followers, COLAtoday was nominated several times in Free Times’ annual Best of Columbia contest. See which ones and vote for us below.
May 29, 2024
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Summer 2024 weather forecast for Columbia, SC
See what’s in store for Columbia weather over the summer months in the Midlands of South Carolina.
May 28, 2024
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Asked: What if Columbia, SC looked like this?
Dream big, Columbians. We want to hear your whackiest, wonkiest, dreamiest, funniest, what if Columbia ideas.
May 24, 2024
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Cheers: We’re celebrating Drink Up Week — here’s how to join us
We’ll be toasting to the bountiful beverage industry across Columbia, SC from Monday, July 22 to Friday, July 26, 2024.
May 24, 2024
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Wild, can’t-miss desserts in Columbia, SC
Looking to level up your dessert game and always crave a little something sweet after dinner? Here are five, can’t-miss desserts in Columbia to split with friends (or keep all to yourself.)
May 23, 2024
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Riverbanks Zoo celebrates its golden anniversary
Riverbanks Zoo celebrates its 50th anniversary with a Golden Ticket giveaway. Learn about its history, present attractions like the new Boyd Aquarium, and future plans including the Bridge to the Wild expansion.
May 22, 2024
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Vista Guild announces arts donations
The Congaree Vista Guild announced $12,000 in donations to local performing arts groups from the Live on Lincoln event, the finale of the 32nd Annual Artista Vista. The event featured a gallery crawl, lantern-making workshops, and the first Live Art Mart.
May 22, 2024
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SC’s Travel and Tourism Week celebrates the states tourism industry and growth
Governor McMaster highlighted SC’s tourism’s $29 billion impact and we break down local and regional tourism stats.
May 21, 2024
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