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Hey Cola, Lauren here. If y’all are anything like me, you’ve been on your phone even more than usual these days (and refreshing your Instagram feed a lot). 📱 I’m always on the hunt for hyperlocal, fun accounts to follow on social media, from influencers to food accounts and local businesses, to brighten up my feed.

If you also find yourself checking Instagram too often, keep on scrollin’ for eight local Instagram accounts that are worth the follow. 👇

Christy Davis Interiors | @christyrdavis

Need some redecorating inspo while you’re stuck at home? Find tips and all the aesthetics from this design firm.

Living room by Christy Davis Interiors | Photo via @christyrdavis, artwork by @christenberry_collection

Eat In SC | @eatinsc

Warning: don’t scroll through this account while hungry. @EatInSC documents delicious food + bev from all the local spots.

Home Team BBQ | Photo via @eatinsc

Willy B the Golden Retriever | @willyb_goldenretriever

Prepare yourself for all the doggy smiles with this account. This guy’s adventures are just too cute.

Willy B himself | Photo via @willyb_goldenretriever

Go Cola | @gocola

If you’re looking for all things Columbia, this account is for you. From food, to local businesses, to pretty views, @GoCola covers it all.

Market on Main | Photo via @gocola

Cinematic Aerials | @cinematic.aerials

This account highlights Columbia’s beauty from an aerial perspective. The high-end drone photographs blow our mind each time.

First Presbyterian Church | Photo via @cinematic.aerials

Hotel Trundle | @hoteltrundle

The boutique hotel’s Instagram is full of sparkle and aesthetics. Added bonus: they’re currently running a #CheerNotFear campaign, which shares happy stories sent in by Soda Citizens.

Hotel Trundle Stamp | Photo via @hoteltrundle

Shades of Pinck | @shadesofpinck

Megan Pinckney shares all things style + travel through her account and blog. You won’t lack inspiration after scrolling through this page.

Megan Pinckney | Photo via @shadesofpinck

Jake Smith the Mixologist | @jake_smith_mixologist

Tazza Kitchen bartender Jake Smith shares gorgeous drink photos (with the occasional ingredient list) that’ll make you want to roll up your sleeves + get to mixing.

‘Slight to the Day’ | Photo via @jake_smith_mixologist

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