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New housing developments in Columbia, SC

The Beverly Apartments on Bull Street are set to be renovated by local developers. | Photo by COLAtoday

There are a lot of new developments happening around the Soda City, something we’ll update you more on in tomorrow’s newsletter, but today we’re taking a look at two new housing projects that were just announced + sharing an update on another.

🏠 Historic Beverly Apartments

Local developers Cohn Corp. and Cason Development Group are partnering to renovate the Beverly Apartments at 1525 Bull St. — a building that was added to the National Register of Historic Places in June 2021. Built in 1913, the building was part of the early 20th century construction boom, according to The Post and Courier.

The developers plan to renovate the interior of the building with new plumbing and electric work, replace the windows + doors, and build spiral staircases to a rooftop deck. The building’s brickwork, crown molding, and many historical aspects will remain intact as it’s modernized. Renovation is expected to begin in 2023 and be finished by late summer.

A proposal has been submitted for two new housing complexes off North Main Street. | Photo by COLAtoday

🏠 Main and Scott Street

A new development on 1.28 acres at the corner of Scott and Sumter Streets in the North Main District, near Elmwood Avenue, has been proposed to the Columbia Planning Commission.

The initial plans for the Main & Scott Street Development include two separate buildings — one that includes 54 housing units and the other being 47 multi-family units. In addition, the proposed project includes 3,400 sqft of office space, green space, and 119 parking spaces.

🏠 Jim Moore Cadillac site

Construction has yet to begin on the plan for 250 new apartments at the former Jim Moore Cadillac site that’s located across the street from the Main and Scott Street Development.

Those apartments are not intended to be geared towards students and include plans for a bike shop, pet spa, and coworking space in the three-story, 331,000-sqft building, along with a 360-car parking garage and rooftop access.

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Thursday, October 13

Famously Hot SC Pride Festival | Thu., Oct 13-Sun., Oct. 16 | 12-10 p.m. | Main Street, Columbia | Famously Hot SC Pride Festival 12-10 p.m. | Enjoy four days of Famously Hot SC Pride events including a Get Lit Concert featuring RuPaul’s Drag Racers on Friday and the all-day festival on Main Street on Saturday.
Bluegrass, Bidding, & BBQ silent auction | Thu., Oct. 13 | Hampton-Preston Mansion & Gardens: 1615 Blanding Street, Columbia | 7-10 p.m. | $40-$60 | This event raises money for Historic Columbia’s vital preservation + advocacy work.
Members’ Opening Celebration | Thu., Oct. 13 | 5-8 p.m. | Columbia Museum of Art, 1515 Main St, Columbia | Free | CMA members are invited to celebrate the museum’s new fall exhibitions with talks from Curator Michael Neumeister and Director of Art Jackie Adams, plus light hors’ d’oeuvres and a cash bar.*
The Rocky Horror Show | Thu., Oct. 13 - Sat., Oct. 29 | 8-10 p.m. | Trustus Theatre, 520 Lady St, Columbia | $28.00 - $75.00 | The Rocky Horror Show returns to the Thigpen Main Stage just in time for Halloween.

Friday, October 14

A Tribute to Metallica | Fri., Oct. 14 | 7-11 p.m. | New Brookland Tavern, 122 State St, West Columbia | Ride the lightning as this group plays the hits and fan favorites of Metallica.
The NoMa Flea | Fri., Oct. 14, Fri., Oct. 21, Fri., Oct. 28 | 6-9 p.m. | NoMa Warehouse, 2222 Sumter St, Columbia | Free | A funky and fun evening artisan market happening every Friday night.

Saturday, October 15

Best of SC Craft Beer Festival | Sat., Oct. 15 | 1-5 p.m. | Junction 800, 800 Gervais Street, Columbia | $45.00 - $85.00 | Enjoy tastings from over 60+ SC craft breweries from across the state.
Vintage Con 2022: Time Warp | Sat., Oct. 15 - Sun., Oct. 16 | 6-9 p.m. | NoMa Warehouse, 2222 Sumter St, Columbia | $0.00 - $5.00 | Guests can visit with collectors, shop, receive styling tips, and enjoy brunch.

Sunday, October 16

Polka, Pilsner and Probst | Sun., Oct. 16 | 12-4 p.m. | Ebenezer Lutheran Church, 1301 Richland Street, Columbia | Free | A fun-filled afternoon with music, dancing, food and beer.
USA XVI Black Bass World Championship | Sun., Oct. 16, Sat., Oct. 22 | 11 a.m.-10 p.m. | Dreher Island State Park, 3677 State Park Rd, Prosperity, SC | Free | Capital City Lake Murray Country will host the 2022 16th Annual Black Bass World Championship on Lake Murray.

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Weather

81º | Partly cloudy | 24% chance of rain

Biz

Chick-fil-A’s next major distribution center could be coming to Lexington County. Lexington County Council voted to approve a tax incentive to attract the new facility. Similar distribution centers in NC + GA employ over 160 people in facilities of around 200,000 sqft. 🐔 (The State)

Number

$3.3 million — the amount AGP Group, one of the world’s leading specialty glazing manufacturers, plans to invest in its new division in Lexington County. Located at 423 Foster Brothers Dr., the AGP eGlass division will create 35 new jobs with operations expected to begin in November. 🔎

Community

The Public Works Solid Waste Division is hosting a free compost giveaway for residents on Sat., Oct. 22 from 8 a.m.-12 p.m. at 123 Humane Ln., located near the animal shelter. Bring your truck, trailer, or container, and they’ll help load the materials. 🪨
Starlitt Miller, Richland Library’s new Entrepreneur-in-Residence, will share her expertise with entrepreneurs and small business owners through free programs and one-on-one coaching sessions. Her residency runs through Jan. 2023 and appointments can be made here.

Concert

EarleJam returns to the amphitheater in Earlewood Park on Sun., Oct. 23 from 1-6 p.m., featuring music from Rich Owensby, Harry & the Hootenannies, and the Danielle Howle Trio. The free community event will also include food trucks and beer + wine. 🎸

Seasonal

Ghost Tours at the Mckissick Museum on the historic UofSC horseshoe begin on Tues., Oct. 25, and run continuously from 7-8:30 p.m. Register here for the 13th annual tours that are free for students, staff, faculty, and the community. 👻

Cause

Lexington Medical Center (LMC) awarded $1,330,650 to organizations in the Midlands that enhance the health and well-being of community members. In all, 24 organizations received funds to help serve the community’s health needs + access to health care services. 🏥
Team USA of the Wheelchair Rugby League, is hosting tap takeovers at local venues to raise money for the team to compete in the Rugby League World Cup. Stop by Lowes Food on Forest Drive (4 p.m.-8 p.m.) + Henry’s Northeast (4 p.m.-close) today. Learn more + donate.*

Shop

Chances are, if you’ve been to Upper Crust for a wood-fired pizza, you ended the meal with one of the eatery’s iconic brownies. If you’re like us and one just isn’t enough, Upper Crust also sells its brownies on Etsy. Flavors range from peanut butter bacon to sea salt caramel.*

Health

With inflation straining our grocery budgets, many of us might second guess tossing that “expired” food item. But is it safe to eat? Here’s what you need to know about food labels — and what those “good by” dates really mean. 🥫*

Opening

The WRKT, located at 2921 Devine St., will temporarily move to 732 Saluda Ave., next to The Gourmet Shop, while its current location is repaired after a tree fell into its Devine Street location during Hurricane Ian. Plans are to be there at least through Nov. 1 while repairs are made.
What will Nephron Pharmaceuticals’ new Nephron Nitrile glove-making facility mean for the Midlands? Hundreds of jobs, 2.5 billion American-made gloves per year, and a supply chain resolution for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Learn more + see what all the buzz is about.*

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We want to see your snaps

Fall photography contest in Columbia, SC

A fall view from Riverwalk Park in West Columbia. | Photo by Eryn Blake

Calling all local photographers — we’re launching a Fall-tography contest that will run from now until Fri., Nov. 10. For Columbia, between Oct. 30 and Nov. 6 will be the best time to see fall foliage.

What does that mean? We’re looking for photos that show what it’s like to experience autumn in Cola. Think: leaves, themed festivals and foods, etc. Submissions can be emailed to us + will be reviewed by City Editors David and Sam.

The contest winner will be announced Tuesday., Nov. 14, and our favorite photos will be featured on our Instagram.

THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by David.

Editor’s pick: I went to the State Fair opening party on Wednesday night and enjoyed checking out the Museum of the Moon exhibit sponsored by SCETV. I was quickly distracted by the prize-winning houseplants beside the exhibit and spent most of my time admiring those. I think my new hobby may become Bonsai after seeing some of the small trees on display.

Missed yesterday’s newsletter? Read our picks on where you can pick apples in the Carolinas, here.

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