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⛳️ Un-fore-gettable golf courses

Tee it up at these Columbia golf courses
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LinRick Golf Course | Photo by @chris_church
We can’t think of a better way to soak in Columbia’s greenspace than spending some time on the links. Whether you’re looking to connect outdoors with friends or you’re honing in on the perfect swing, here are 22 golf courses to make a tee time at around the Soda City.

Members only

The Country Club of Lexington, 1066 Barr Rd., Lexington | Recently awarded “Club of the Year” by the SCGA, this top-ranked course offers a full-service driving range, short game practice facility, two putting greens, an Olympic-size swimming pool, seven tennis courts, and banquet/meeting rooms.

Solina Golf, 200 Indian River Dr., West Columbia | Solina (SOuth caroLINA) Golf course is currently being renovated and is accepting membership applications. This course was a public course named Indian River.

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Fall views at Oak Hills golf course in Columbia, SC. | Photo by Michael Rouse

Public courses

Linrick, 356 Camp Ground Rd., Columbia | Columbia’s municipal golf course features eight ponds and rolling hills on 257 acres.

Oak Hills, 7629 Fairfield Rd., Columbia | This course is located on a 160-acre tract with gently rolling hills surrounded by oak, pine, and dogwood trees.

Timberlake Country Club, 222 Timberlake Dr., Chapin | Located on Lake Murray, Timberlake is a scenic and challenging 18-hole course.

Just puttin’ around

Par Tee + Par 3 Course, 3209 Charleston Hwy., West Columbia | Experience a scenic driving range overlooking the Cola skyline with mini golf, lessons, club fitting, and a unique 3-hole Par 3 Loop

James Clyburn Golf Center, 2091 Slighs Ave., Columbia | Enjoy this full-service golf practice facility and learning center located off Harden Street in downtown Columbia

Take it indoors

Player’s Club Academy, 1626 Main St., Ste. 300 | An indoor golf facility with cutting-edge simulators, offering virtual courses, membership benefits, and a relaxing bar + lounge.
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Asked

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A. Mini golf is a blast.
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Events
Monday, June 24
  • Evening Yoga on Boyd Plaza | Monday, June 24 | 6-7 p.m. | Columbia Museum of Art, 1515 Main St., Columbia | Free | End your day with a restorative yoga session on Boyd Plaza.
Tuesday, June 25
  • Robin’s Retirement Celebration | Tuesday, June 25 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Robert Mills House & Gardens, 1616 Blanding St., Columbia | Free | Light refreshments — including many of Robin’s favorite local snacks — will be served at the end of the program.
Wednesday, June 26
  • Stroller Tour: (Un)Settled | Wednesday, June 26 | 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Columbia Museum of Art, 1515 Main St., Columbia | Free | Fussy, crying, or wiggly babies are welcome and baby-wearing is encouraged.
Thursday, June 27
  • Blue Zone Dinner | Thursday, June 27 | 6:30-10 p.m. | Smoked, 1643 Main St., Columbia | $125 | Experience the blend of the world’s longest-living communities with the vibrant flavors of local cuisine.
Friday, June 28
  • The Night Shift | Friday, June 28 | 6-9 p.m. | ReFind, 718 S. Edisto Ave., Columbia | Free | Browse this monthly night market hosted at the new Re•Find location in the Rosewood neighborhood, featuring local goods, antiques, food, music, and more.
Wednesday, July 3
  • Charlotte FC vs. Inter Miami CF | Wednesday, July 3 | 7:30 p.m. | Bank of America Stadium, 800 S. Mint St., Charlotte, NC | Start your holiday weekend early with Charlotte FC as they take on Inter Miami CF in an exciting MLS Eastern division matchup in Charlotte.
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Active

Work out whenever you want at the new 24/7 Planet Fitness
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Lev Management, the local Columbia franchisee for Planet Fitness, just opened their eighth location in the Midlands. | Photos provided by Planet Fitness
Whether you start your day with an early workout or prefer a late-night gym session, the new 24/7 Planet Fitness in West Columbia (2410 Augusta Rd.) has you covered.

The fitness hub features:
  • State-of-the-art cardio machines + strength equipment
  • Fully equipped locker rooms
  • Black Card Spa with HydroMassage beds, massage chairs, a Red Light Recovery Booth, modern tanning, and more
Pro tip: Take advantage of grand opening specials now through Thursday, June 27.
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News Notes
Number
  • $11 million — that’s the amount Princeton NuEnergy, an innovative clean technology company, is investing in its first 25,000-sqft SC operations facility, creating ~40 jobs in Chester County. Operations will begin in Q3 of this year.
Family
  • A SmartAsset.com analysis using the MIT Living Wage Calculator determined how much SC couples should make to cover basic necessities in 2024. Two working adults with two children should make ~$100,368. (The State)
Weather
  • Y’all thought last week was hot? WIS shared a heat index forecast, showing today + this week could feel like 105º, 106º, and 107º with possible stray storms from the humidity increase. Stay cool, Soda Citizens.
Coming Soon
  • Speaking of ways to stay cool, Sweet Izzy’s ice cream shop is coming to Chapin this fall and will feature 30+ flavors of ice cream. The dessert store will also offer vegan flavors as well as sugar- and gluten-free options. (Cola Daily)
Biz
  • The Koger Center for the Arts transformed its rehearsal room into a 250-guest black box theater. The new space hopes to fill a gap for performers looking for a mid-sized performance space in Columbia. (The Post and Courier)
Sports
  • Can Diontae Johnson elevate Bryce Young and the Carolina Panthers WR room? Go beyond the scoreboard and behind the scenes of the Carolina Panthers with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
 
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