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USC exhibit marks America’s 250th
A new USC exhibit explores 250 years of revolution and rare South Carolina artifacts.
February 16, 2026 01:22 PM
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David Stringer
History
How well do you know Rosewood?
April 17, 2023
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
History
Richland Library Main celebrates 30 years on Assembly Street
Richland Library opened its Main location on Valentine’s Day in 1993.
February 13, 2023
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David Stringer
Sports
Your guide to sports teams in Columbia
From the Columbia Fireflies to Gamecocks football, we’re sharing all details of Columbia, SC’s sports teams.
February 6, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
History
How Columbia’s flag came to be
Read through the timeline of our city flag.
January 9, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
History
Historic conversations roundup for Columbia, SC
“If you don’t know where you’ve come from, you don’t know where you’re going.” —
Maya Angelou
December 22, 2022
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Samantha Robertson
Sponsored
Toys through the times: The South Carolina State Museum’s newest mini-exhibit 🎲
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Development
Richland Mall redevelopment includes apartments, a grocery store, and a park
Parts of the Richland Mall will be demolished in the process and be rebuilt into apartments, a brewery, retail spaces, and more.
November 9, 2022
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David Stringer
Sponsored
Looking for an office space? Here’s 3 historic properties to check out
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a COLAtoday Partner
Sponsored
CAE celebrates 80 years of flight ✈️
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a COLAtoday Partner
History
Celebrating 42 years of Cocky
He’s a super chick
October 14, 2022
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David Stringer
Latest News
Small Business
Local love: COLAtoday’s guide to reader-recommended small businesses
February 12, 2026
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Laura Figi
City
The Great Backyard Bird Count in Columbia
February 12, 2026
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David Stringer
Sports
What’s new at Founders Park for South Carolina Baseball
February 11, 2026
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David Stringer
Travel and Outdoors
Grow some shade in Columbia, SC 🌳
February 10, 2026
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Samantha Robertson
More from COLAtoday
Development
Work on 2222 Main View apartments is underway
CF Evans has started building 2222 Main View, a 320-unit luxury apartment project coming to Main Street by 2027.
December 8, 2025
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David Stringer
Small Business
Winners announced for COLAtoday’s Best 2025
Our readers have spoken — here are the best local spots our city has to offer, from the best coffee shop to the best apartment complex to the best dentist.
December 8, 2025
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Sarah Leonhardt
City
COLAtoday 2025 Recap: The big news stories of 2025
It’s not just your year in music — we’ve also rounded up your year in local news.
December 4, 2025
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David Stringer
Outdoors
How to turn your Midlands yard into a mini wildlife haven
A grassroots effort is helping Midlands properties become part of a nationwide habitat network.
December 3, 2025
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David Stringer
Business
Publix to open new downtown store in BullStreet District
Publix will open a new 50,000-sqft downtown store in the BullStreet District, expanding walkable grocery access with construction starting in 2026.
December 3, 2025
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David Stringer
Business
Slip 53 to open in Five Points in spring 2026
Slip 53, a coastal-inspired oyster and seafood spot, will open in the former Pecknel Music Co. building.
December 2, 2025
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David Stringer
Business
How to shop local on Small Business Saturday
The 16th annual edition of Small Business Saturday falls on November 29 — the perfect time to help you add a local sparkle into your holiday shopping.
November 26, 2025
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David Stringer
1.75 million lights illuminate Segra Park
Here’s what to do, see, and eat during this year’s Fireflies Holiday Lights at Segra Park.
November 24, 2025
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David Stringer
Development
All aboard Seaboard Vista, a new mixed-use redevelopment
Seaboard Vista will restore four historic Vista buildings into a 47,590-sqft mixed-use district with dining, retail, offices, and lofts.
November 20, 2025
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David Stringer
Events
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
