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Where to watch Fourth of July fireworks in the Midlands
The conductor guiding the musicians at the annual Annual Fireworks with the Phil event at Segra Park.

Get ready for music, food, fireworks, and fun at the annual Fireworks with the Phil.

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Photo provided by Columbia Fireflies.

The Fourth of July is almost here, and we’re ready to celebrate with high-flying fireworks around town + beyond. Here’s where to catch stunning Fourth of July fireworks in Columbia this year:

Fourth of July Celebration on Lake Murray | Saturday, June 29 | Free | Watch fireworks will launch from Spence and Dreher Islands in one of the biggest displays around. The best viewing location is from a boat on Lake Murray, Dreher Island State Park, or from your couch while you’re tuned into WIS News 10. Pro tip: Turn your radio to B106.7 for patriotic music during the show.

Fireworks with the Phil at Segra Park | Thursday, July 4 | Enjoy a live performance by the South Carolina Philharmonic Orchestra followed by a fireworks display. This one’s been known to sell out, so grab a ticket.

Lexington County Peach Festival | Thursday, July 4 | Free | This all-day event includes a car show, parade, live music, and fireworks at 9:15 p.m.

Fort Jackson Independence Day Celebration | Thursday, July 4 | Free | Enjoy live music from The Reggie Sullivan band, misting stations to keep you cool, carnival rides, a kids’ zone, and food vendors.

A Rockin’ Red, White & Blue | Wednesday, July 3 | Free | The Town of Blythewood is back with another “Rockin’ Red White & Blue” event featuring food from Smoke It Up BBQ, live music from the Blue Dogs, Pelican SnoBalls to keep you cool, and pyrotechnics to top it off.

Independence Day Celebration at Icehouse Amphitheater | Friday, June 28 | Free | The 246th Army Band will play a concert beginning at 7 p.m. followed by a fireworks show at approximately 9:20 p.m. Pro tip: Downtown Lexington’s restaurants will have great views of the fireworks show.

Born in the USA 4-Mile Run | Thursday, July 4 | $35 | Participate in a solo 4-mile race, 4-mile 2-person relay, or a youth run. Heads up: You must sign up to take part.
Asked

Where was the first Fourth of July fireworks display held?
A. Washington, D.C.
B. Boston, MA
C. Charleston, SC
D. Philadelphia, PA
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Events
Wednesday, June 26
  • Morning Blend: A Jazz, Soul, and Coffee Series | Wednesday, June 26 | 7:30-10:30 a.m. | Columbia Museum of Art, 1515 Main St., Columbia | Free | Celebrate Pride month as the Kyle Bryant Trio plays jazz music written + performed by LGBTQ+ musicians, and Preach Jacobs spins soul, funk, and R&B DJ sets.
  • “Three Bears & A Big Bad Wolf?” | Wednesday, June 26 | 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Richland Library Sandhills, 763 Fashion Dr., Columbia | Free | Enjoy an unexpected mix of storybook characters who find themselves wrapped up in a brand new adventure.
  • Comedy + Beer | Wednesday, June 26 | 6:30-9 p.m. | Old Mill Brewpub, 711 E. Main St., Ste. A3, Lexington | $15 for entry | Laugh along with SC comedians and get there early to order pre-show food.
  • A Night in Nashville with Country Music Songwriters | Wednesday, June 26 | 7:30 p.m. | Koger Center for the Arts, 1051 Greene St., Columbia | $23-$38 | Modeled after the famous Blue Bird Cafe, this night features three country music songwriters, most of whom are from Music City itself.
Thursday, June 27
  • “The Prom” | Thursday, June 27-Saturday, July 13 | Times vary | Trustus Theatre, 520 Lady St., Columbia | $30+ | Four fading Broadway stars are in desperate need of a new stage look to snag the spotlight.
Friday, June 28
  • The Night Shift | Friday, June 28 | 6-9 p.m. | Re•Find, 718 S. Edisto Ave., Columbia | Price of purchase | Browse this monthly night market hosted at the new Re•Find location in the Rosewood neighborhood, featuring local goods, antiques, food, music, and more.
  • Summer Fridays | Friday, June 28 | 8:30 a.m.-9:30 a.m. | Knowledge Perk Coffee Company, 1527 Gervais St., Columbia | Free | Join the USC Alumni Association and brew up business connections.
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Seasonal

5 festive finds for the Fourth of July
Six pairs of wacky red, white, and blue sunglasses
Fourth of July party sunglasses, $20.99 via Amazon. | Graphic by 6AM City
Bring a party mood to any barbecue, pool party, or holiday gathering this Fourth of July with these festive finds:
More finds for the Fourth
News Notes
Coming Soon
  • No Name Deli, a long-time lunchtime favorite for Columbians, is opening a second location at 4712 A Forest Dr., next door to Pasta Fresca. The new spot plans to open by September and will operate seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Development
  • The Capitol Square Shopping Center in West Columbia is set for redevelopment. Baker Commercial Properties’ site plans indicate potential for a food market, retail space, and residential units. The center, across from the House of Raeford plant, has been vacant since December. (The State)
Edu
  • In-state tuition at USC will stay the same for the 2024-25 school year, while out-of-state tuition will rise by 3.9%. In-state students will pay $12,688, and out-of-state students will pay $36,298 per year. (The Post and Courier)
Biz
  • Schneider Electric is expanding its operations, investing $23.8 million in two SC locations + creating 150 new jobs in Richland County. The Hopkins facility, located at 8821 Garners Ferry Rd., will produce electrical components like circuit breakers and switchboards. Interested applicants can visit the Columbia careers page.
Community
  • Residents of the Mill District are invited to meet with local leaders about the proposed Capital City Mill District and Corridor Plan tomorrow, June 27 from 4 to 7 p.m. at 701 Whaley. The open forum will cover transportation, environmental stewardship, and community connections. Refreshments and networking will follow.
Eat
  • Cue Jimmy Buffett’s Christmas album. Boku in The Vista is hosting a “tropical Christmas in July” pop-up called “How the Grinch Stole Summer!” all month long. Lounge back with a cocktail and enjoy the lighted palm trees + tropical decor. Secure your seats.
Finance
  • This card is a cash rewards dream, ft. unlimited cash rewards on purchases, a $200 bonus after spending $500, and a long intro APR on purchases + balance transfers. Reward seekers, say it with us: Cha-ching.*
Sports
  • Take a look ahead at Gamecock Football’s 2025 schedule. Go beyond the scoreboard and behind the scenes of Gamecock Football with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Health
Job
 
Weather

☀️ Remembering Cola’s record setting days

Remembering Cola’s hottest days on record
Tubing BBB

Columbians head to the river to cool off on those hot summer days. | Photo by Palmetto Outdoor Center

With Columbia hitting near triple digits on the thermometer today, we’re taking a look back at some of the headlines on the hottest days on record. Temperatures in the Midlands look like they’ll stay in the upper 90°s for the next ten days, but it doesn’t look like we’ll hit any records with some rain and cloud cover expected.

June 29, 2012 — 113°F
  • On Cola’s hottest day on record, the big news was USC Athletics Director Eric Hyman being rumored for the same job at Texas A&M. The following day (the second hottest on record at 109°F), the headline read that he accepted the job and that Gamecock Baseball coach Ray Tanner was interested in the open position. The rest is history.
August 21, 1983 - 107°F
  • “The Heat Drops in for a Visit” read the headline on the front of The State newspaper accompanied by a photo of a farmer wiping sweat from his neck. Most of the current records date back to 1930, but this article said that it was the hottest day since August 20, 1900 when it was 106°F.
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A margarita pool float (yes, that’s a thing — complete with a giant lime).
 
The Wrap
 
David Stringer wearing a dark button-down shirt

Today’s edition by:
David
If you’re planning to beat the heat by paddling or floating the Saluda River, remember that there are a few barges in the water from construction at the Carolina Crossroads project. You can get around them, but it is quite narrow. A traffic jam on the water beats one on the highway.
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