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The Taste of Lake Murray returns

Tickets are on sale now for Taste of Lake Murray, supporting Lake Murray’s Independence Day fireworks.

January 26, 2026 11:26 AM

David Stringer

Events

St. Patrick’s Day events to try in Columbia

Here’s how to join in on the fun around the Soda City.

March 16, 2023

Samantha Robertson

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Food

Biscuit making 101 at Lizard’s Thicket

Lizard’s Thicket has been making its biscuits fresh each morning for 45 years.

February 27, 2023

David Stringer

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Food

Super Bowl food recommendations from Soda Citizens

So, who has the best local hot wings?

February 8, 2023

Samantha Robertson

Food

Meet these hospitality stars of the Midlands

The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association recognizes stars of the hospitality industry in the Midlands.

February 3, 2023

David Stringer

Culture

Last-minute local ideas for Valentine’s Day

From flowers to happy hours to meteor showers, we’ve got ideas to make your Valentine’s Day special.

January 26, 2023

Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto

Food

Meet Columbia, SC’s 2023 James Beard Award Semifinalists

Locals making “Good food for good.”

January 25, 2023

Samantha Robertson

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Culture

Richland Library’s inaugural Read Freely Fest coming to Columbia

The library’s free, family-friendly festival will feature author talks, book sales, and entertainment across across three day.

March 25, 2025

Michael Beausoleil

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Columbia’s Historical Markers: Columbia College

Explore the rich legacy of Columbia College, a historic campus once exclusive to women, now celebrating over 150 years of change.

March 21, 2025

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A guide to Columbia’s pizza scene

Dig into Columbia’s must-try pizza shops including local legends, fancier fare, cross-country crusts, and more.

March 20, 2025

Samantha Robertson

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Culture

Where to make spring cleaning donations in Columbia

Doing some spring cleaning and have items to donate? Check out these 14 spots in the Columbia area accepting clothing and supply donations.

March 19, 2025

Michael Beausoleil

Travel and Outdoors

Surviving pollen season in Columbia, SC

Does pollen season have you wiping your eyes and nose? Blame the hidden tree pollen as spring allergies kick into high gear.

March 18, 2025

David Stringer

A pothole in the middle of concrete, filled with water.

City

SCDOT announces its ‘Pothole Blitz’

The statewide effort invites residents to report potholes so crews can patch them and improve safety for drivers.

March 17, 2025

Michael Beausoleil

Food

Where to watch the NCAA Tournament in Columbia

It’s tournament time, and Columbia has plenty of spots to catch every buzzer-beater.

March 14, 2025

David Stringer

A close up of the white blossoms of the Bradford pear tree.

Culture

The Bradford pear tree in Columbia, SC

You may see — or smell — these trees around Cola this spring.

March 14, 2025

Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto

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