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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
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
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Samantha Robertson
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Get to the root of smokin’ good barbecue
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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
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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
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Samantha Robertson
Culture
Columbia’s ‘Pop Culture Jeopardy’ category
The trivia game didn’t feature many Columbia questions, but the city has many pop culture facts — do you know them?
March 3, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
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Culture
Femme Film Fest coming to The Nick
The three-day festival will honor International Women’s Day and showcase inspiring works highlighting female filmmakers.
February 25, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
Culture
An introvert’s guide to Columbia
Looking to break out of your comfort zone as an introvert? Follow your interests and partake in these groups and gatherings.
February 21, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
Culture
Joffrey Ballet Joins USC Dance for residency and performance
The Joffrey Ballet partners with USC for a three-week residency, culminating in an Saturday, April 5 performance with USC students and orchestra.
February 20, 2025
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David Stringer
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🍀 This festival is going to be clover the top
St. Pats in Five Points is SC’s largest one-day festival, featuring live music, a festive parade, and plenty of Irish-inspired food + fun.
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Small Business
SOCO opens new coworking Space at Gather COLA
February 25, 2026
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David Stringer
Arts
Needlepoint is back: Here’s how to try it in Columbia
February 23, 2026
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Morgan O’Neal
Events
Editor’s Pick: Big Percy on display at SC State Museum
February 19, 2026
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David Stringer
Outdoors
Wingard’s Market nominated for National Best Plant Nursery Award
February 19, 2026
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David Stringer
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Prepare for the holidays with these local markets and pop-ups
The holidays are just around the corner in Columbia, and these local vendors are offering food, drinks, and decor perfect for each seasonal festivity.
November 18, 2025
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David Stringer
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A guide to the grand re-opening weekend at Finlay Park
Explore all 18 acres of the freshly renovated park and enjoy two days of free live music.
November 12, 2025
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David Stringer
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Where to pre-order your Thanksgiving dinner
Allergic to your stove? No problem — here’s where to go.
November 12, 2025
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David Stringer
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Gather COLA set to open in December
Gather COLA officially opens Friday, Dec. 5 with a day long celebration that’s even bringing Santa out.
November 10, 2025
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Kick off the holiday season at Devine Night Out
Devine Street transforms into a holiday block party with shopping deals, live music, food, and snow.
November 10, 2025
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Local news, powered by readers like you
Over the next 10 days, we’re launching a reader-driven campaign to sustain what we do best.
November 10, 2025
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Craig Melvin’s Columbia homecoming tour
Columbia looked good on national TV this week.
November 6, 2025
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David Stringer
Hello and goodbye at Riverbanks Zoo
Get ready to say hello to some new zoo friends and bid farewell to a few others.
November 6, 2025
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David Stringer
Business
A first look at the Grand Willow Hotel planned for BullStreet
Renderings show plans for the seven-story Grand Willow Hotel behind REI in Columbia’s BullStreet District.
November 5, 2025
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David Stringer
