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Betty Lane Cherry promoted South Carolina peaches nationwide during a 1950s agricultural marketing campaign.
Check out our guide to the many meaningful murals you can find around our city.
Deconstruction is underway on the historic 900 Main St. building, preserving materials, memories, and a mural.
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.
These awards recognize the individuals and projects that have contributed to the ongoing preservation of Columbia’s architectural and cultural heritage.
The 1400 block of Main Street has seen city halls, fires, banks, and modern design, and now it’s changing again.
Celebrate Columbia’s history and bike culture with events, tours, and rides throughout May.
The trailblazing player visited Columbia after retiring from baseball, and his legacy will be honored at a Fireflies game.
Celebrate National Pimento Cheese Day with 10 must-try pimento cheeseburgers in Columbia — plus a bonus pizza twist.
USC’s exhibit celebrates The Great Gatsby at 100 with rare artifacts, first editions, and global literary context.
To celebrate COLAtoday’s eighth anniversary, we’re highlighting eight favorite local history stories that shaped Columbia’s past and present.
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Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
Whether you’re interested in hearing from local business leaders, exploring the art world, or just hearing a good story, there’s a Cola podcast for you.
Got a hot new fling? Hoping to spice things up with your longtime partner? We’re here to help plan your next date night in Soda City.
Unbury Columbia and Florence’s prehistoric past by looking at these five animals that once called the region home before they went extinct.
A European café–style brasserie and market is opening in Melrose Heights in 2026, with local roots.
Class is in session — become familiar with how Columbia’s City Council works, and explore your role as an active citizen.
This hurricane guide will help you prepare for the 2025 season, which is expected to produce above-normal storm activity in the Atlantic.
Blanchard Machinery is partnering with USC, funding Williams-Brice upgrades and debuting the first-ever on-field logo.
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COLAtoday readers shared ideas for lighting up Columbia’s skyline, from Gamecock wins to local causes and holidays.