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🏓 12 new courts coming to Cola
PickleGarden on the River
Rendering of the PickleGarden on the River development. | Provided by Colliers | South Carolina
A 4.75-acre parcel at 680 Candi Ln. in Cola (near Riverbanks Zoo), is set to transform into PickleGarden on the River — a new biergarten and pickleball development and space. Ryan McCue, a Senior Brokerage Associate with Colliers | South Carolina, helped facilitate the transaction on behalf of the buyer, Pickleball Land Holdings LLC.

The park will be located along the Saluda River and be connected to the Riverwalk, positioned above Millrace Rapids.

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View of the 4.75-acre riverfront property set to open before the end of the year. | Photo provided by Colliers | South Carolina

Key features planned for the space:

  • 12 pickleball courts, including six covered courts.
  • 10,000 sqft of turf for outdoor activities.
  • 2,240 sqft of mixed-use space for a potential members’ lounge or event area
  • 3,600 sqft, climate-controlled indoor/outdoor space overlooking the venue.
“PickleGarden isn’t just about play; it’s about savoring delicious eats, soaking up the outdoors, and creating lasting memories with loved ones,” Abbott Bray, Co-Founder of PickleGarden on the River said.

“We’re bringing joy, inspiring health, and promoting the outdoors— one pickleball rally, one craft beer sip, one river walk up the Saluda River at a time.”

The project aims to spur recreation + leisure along the Saluda River, offering a blend of sports, entertainment, and riverfront views for the Columbia community. The facility is planned to be operational by the end of 2024 and the cost for the project was not disclosed.

If you’re curious, check out what the membership structure could look like for the new pickleball and biergarten space. If you can’t wait for the new courts to open, check out our pickleball guide to find the courts closest to you.
 
Events
 
Friday, Jan. 5
  • Dueling Pianos | Friday, Jan. 5 | 7:30-10:30 p.m. | The Venue, 1626 Main St., Columbia | Free | Prepare for a night filled with laughter, sing-alongs, and friendly competition.
  • Lee Alexander McQueen & Ann Ray: Rendez-Vous | Friday, Jan. 5-Sunday, Jan. 21 | Columbia Museum of Art, 1515 Main St., Columbia | $10 | Catch the exhibit before its last day.
Saturday, Jan. 6
  • Taylor Swift Night | Saturday, Jan. 6 | 7-11:30 p.m. | New Brookland Tavern, 632 Harden St., Columbia | $10 | It feels like one of those nights... Enjoy a Taylor Swift-inspired night at New Brookland in Five Points.
  • Gamecocks Mens Basketball vs. Mississippi State Bulldogs | Saturday, Jan. 6 | 12 p.m. | Colonial Life Arena, 801 Lincoln St., Columbia | $20+ | The Gamecocks tip off SEC play at home and look to go 13-1 on the season.
  • Rumours: The Ultimate Fleetwood Mac Tribute | Saturday, Jan. 6 | 7:30 p.m. | Harbison Theatre, 7300 College St., Irmo | $50 | Sing along to your favorite hits like “Dreams,” “The Chain,” and “Landslide.”
  • Harbison 50k & 25k Trail Race | Saturday, Jan. 6 | Harbison State Forest, 5600 Broad River Rd., Columbia | $65 | Runners will make their way through a wide range of trails in the forest.
Sunday, Jan. 7
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How to Thrive in the new year

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Never wait in line at a supermarket again with a Thrive Market membership. | Photo by Thrive Market
Our suggestions on how to thrive in 2024:
  1. Try a new hobby.
  2. Find a fun way to move.
  3. Go organic with groceries.
And Thrive Market can help you out with No. 3.

For a limited time, join Thrive Market and get 30% off your purchase + a free gift up to $60, plus:
  • Access to wholesale pricing (products are up to 30% off traditional grocery stores)
  • Free two-day shipping with orders $49+
  • All organic or non-GMO food
  • Guaranteed price matching and more
 
News Notes
 
Biz
  • Scout Motors plans to reveal its new electric SUV at its Blythewood plant this summer. The $2 billion site also plans to produce a Scout-branded pickup truck + begin production in 2026. Get a sneak peek. (The Post and Courier)
Development
  • The US Highway 1 overhaul project — near downtown Lexington + focusing on the I-20 interchange — includes a new bridge connecting US 1 to Cedar Road. It’s set to be completed by summer and broader interchange renovations are expected to conclude by year’s end. (The Post and Courier)
Sports
  • Gamecock football’s head coach Shane Beamer dismissed running backs coach Montario Hardesty due to the team’s consistent struggles in rushing offense. Hardesty received a $400,000 buyout. (247 Sports)
Arts
  • Art Blossoms — the annual, limited-time exhibition fundraiser at the Columbia Museum of Art — returns Thursday, March 21 + will run through Sunday, March 24, showcasing floral interpretations of famous artworks. The event includes tastings, art classes, demonstrations, and more.
Volunteer
  • Keep the Midlands Beautiful is hosting a First Spotless Service Saturday event on Barbara Drive at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 13. Volunteers will gather at Southern Pain Specialists (7601 Two Notch Rd.) + additional details will be sent via email.
Seasonal
  • Spring sports are around the corner. Register for ICRC sports at Crooked Creek or Seven Oaks Parks, covering baseball, soccer, girls’ softball, adult softball, boys’ and girls’ lacrosse, track and field, and more. The deadline is Saturday, Feb. 3.
Finance
Travel
 
 
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🎶 Travel down the road and back again...

GoldenGirls Airbnb
A neon light above the couch in the living room that features lyrics from the Golden Girl’s theme song. | Photo via Airbnb
Looking for a place to staycation in Cola? May we interest you in “Rose on the Greene” — a Golden Girls-themed Airbnb + condo located in Five Points?

This listing can sleep up to four guests and offers two bedrooms, two queen-sized beds, and one bathroom — oh yeah, and it’s designed to remind you of The Golden Girls, from colors, textures, and little callbacks from the show or characters.

Here are a few things you can expect:
  • A vintage pink candy machine with complimentary sweet treats inside.
  • A fully equipped kitchen with a Nespresso machine + complimentary pods.
  • Free parking for one vehicle
  • Games for guests to play
  • Eclectic wallpapers
  • Noise machines
So far, the condo has five-star reviews and is listed at $106 per night.
 
The Buy
 
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