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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 05, 2025 02:18 PM
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David Stringer
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Real Estate
Take an inside look at the newly constructed historic apartments inside the Babcock Building
The Nationally Registered property has now been transformed into 208 studio, one, two, and three-bedroom historic apartments inside the Babcock Building.
August 21, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
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City
From $287 million in 2022 to $2.37 billion in 2023, economic growth in Richland County has skyrocketed
We’re breaking down the “why” behind the surge of economic growth in Richland County and taking a look at several investments that will shape the county’s economic future.
August 11, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
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Development
The Historic Babcock building’s cupola restoration project and ceremony
The Babcock building’s cupola restoration has been in the works for almost a decade. This week, officials gathered to commemorate the historic restoration and celebrate the reinstallation of one of Columbia’s iconic landmarks.
August 9, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
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City
Local construction company awarded the construction bid for The Finlay Park Revitalization Project
In the August 1 City Council meeting, funding was approved and a local business was awarded the construction bid for the Finlay Park Revitalization Project, which will take about two years.
August 3, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
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Development
The Old Mill Pond in Lexington will be refilled after eight years
Word on the boardwalk is that the town of Lexington will also build a walking trail encircling the pond, adding bridges and boardwalks.
July 24, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
DeWees Real Estate Group
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Be the broker: What do you want to see come to Chapin?
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A photo of the outside of the new South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) Forensic Services Laboratory designed by LS3P.
Sponsored
LS3P brings a new look to SLED’s Forensics Lab
The overall design incorporates extensive exterior glazing, letting in natural light at each level of the building.
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The exterior of the Palmetto Compress Warehouse
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Do you recognize these 7 iconic Columbia buildings?
From historic preservation to new builds, local firm Garvin Design Group has contributed to our city’s development for 20 years.
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Komodo Dragon Riverbanks Zoo
Development
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden announced a new Komodo dragon habitat coming in the spring of 2024
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.
May 9, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
A rendering of the brand new USC College of Nursing building.
Sponsored
LS3P designs USC’s new College of Nursing 🏥
The University of South Carolina has partnered with Lexington Medical Center to build the new College of Nursing building at LMC’s Sunset Court Campus in West Columbia — directly across from the main hospital.
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Lake Murray Independence Day celebration returns with fireworks and festivities
Celebrate Independence Day early with SC’s biggest fireworks show — best viewed by boat or from Dreher Island State Park.
June 17, 2025
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Festivals
Columbia’s guide to commemorate Juneteenth and the SC Juneteenth Freedom Festival
Every year, Columbia hosts the SC Juneteenth Freedom Festival (SCJFF) and we’re breaking down how you can get involved around town.
June 16, 2025
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5 places to fish around Columbia, including rivers, lakes, and shorelines
Rivers, lakes + streams, oh my. The Midlands has some pretty great freshwater fishing spots and is only about an hour from saltwater. Reference this guide before you fish around Columbia.
June 13, 2025
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Samantha Robertson
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Small Business
Your guide to summer reading in Columbia
Local recommendations, library challenges, and book clubs to keep your reading list hot this summer
June 10, 2025
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Samantha Robertson
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History
Deconstruction begins at historic 900 Main St.
Deconstruction is underway on the historic 900 Main St. building, preserving materials, memories, and a mural.
June 9, 2025
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David Stringer
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City
How much does it cost to rent in Columbia, SC?
Curious about rent in Columbia? We broke down how local prices compare to national averages and trends.
June 5, 2025
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David Stringer
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History
5 objects in town that are older than Columbia
Although 239 years might seem like a long time, it is relatively young for a city, so let’s take a look at some objects you can see in Columbia that are older than the Capital City.
June 3, 2025
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David Stringer
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Small Business
What South Carolina’s new liquor liability law means for local businesses
SC small businesses are facing closures due to rising liquor liability insurance premiums. A new law hopes to address that.
May 29, 2025
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David Stringer
Initial renderings of the new development project proposed for the block bordered by Main, Hampton, Washington, and Assembly streets.
Development
Answered: our readers’ thoughts on Columbia’s changing skyline
Columbia’s skyline may soon see its tallest addition in nearly 40 years. Developer Core Spaces is planning new 26 and 22-story towers, reaching ~300 feet tall, for the block bordered by Main, Hampton, Washington, and Assembly streets. Here’s what our readers think about the new development.
May 27, 2025
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Samantha Robertson
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10+ pools, water parks, and splash pools in Columbia
Do you need more ways to beat the heat? Check out our list of pools, water parks, and splash pools in Columbia.
May 23, 2025
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David Stringer