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Gervais Street Bridge Dinner returns as Three Rivers Bridge Dinner
The Gervais Street Bridge Dinner is back this fall, returning as the newly renamed Three Rivers Bridge Dinner.
April 22, 2026 02:59 PM
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518 Smokehouse coming to Chapin, SC
Addition it to the BBQ Trail
September 22, 2022
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Oktoberfest events in Columbia, SC
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September 12, 2022
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Spotted Salamander to open Main Street location
August 26, 2022
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Chef picks with Ratio’s Javier Uriarte
August 20, 2022
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A look back on Columbia, SC’s drinking water history
July 28, 2022
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Unique wellness drinks around Columbia, SC
July 27, 2022
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10 questions with mixologist Jake Smith
July 26, 2022
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Happy hour deals in Columbia
July 25, 2022
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Your Guide to COLAtoday’s Drink Up Week
July 25, 2022
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The Southeastern BBQ Showdown returns in 2026
The Southeastern BBQ Showdown returns to Columbia in 2026 with 40 teams, live music, and celebrity judges.
April 17, 2025
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Main Street Jazz Fest returns May 10 + May 11
The ColaJazz Foundation organized this show that will bring five musicians to a free Saturday show on Main Street.
April 16, 2025
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Three Gamecocks selected in 2025 WNBA Draft
Three Gamecocks — Te-Hina Paopao, Bree Hall, and Sania Feagin — were selected in the 2025 WNBA Draft, continuing Gamecock’s pro pipeline.
April 15, 2025
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Live Music Venues in the Midlands
We’ve made a concerted effort to orchestrate this roadmap, so you can focus on finding the artists you adore.
April 15, 2025
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Jackie Robinson’s history in Columbia
The trailblazing player visited Columbia after retiring from baseball, and his legacy will be honored at a Fireflies game.
April 14, 2025
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How did inflation impact Columbia in March?
The Consumer Price Index indicated inflation was slowing in Columbia in March 2025, and some categories saw costs deflate.
April 14, 2025
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How to celebrate Earth Day in Columbia
Invest in our planet via local, national, and global Earth Day initiatives.
April 14, 2025
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Google.org funds AI skills for SC nonprofits
Google.org’s grant will support hands-on AI training for local nonprofits looking to boost efficiency.
April 11, 2025
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Inside The Laundry: A historic space with a new spin
The Laundry blends restored architecture and flexible design to host weddings, corporate events, and celebrations with historic character.
April 11, 2025
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