Plus, you may be a true local if you understand these unwritten rules.
 
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Editor’s Note
Today marks seven days until the first Carolina football game of the 2024 season. Who else is excited? Before you know it, our weekends will be full of tailgating, the smell of fried food will fill our noses from the SC State Fair, the summer heat will be but a memory, we’ll pick the perfect pumpkins for our porches, and a slew of festivals will pop up all over Columbia. Which events + festivals are you looking forward to the most this fall? Just pumpkin’ to think about.
 
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Williams Street Extension

Three large development projects coming to the Midlands | A $20.6 million river development, a 940-bed student housing development, and a $65 million mixed-use retail development are all underway or were announced this week in the Midlands.

Richland Mall Rendering

Here’s what’s replacing Richland Mall | Forest Acres unveiled renderings for a six-acre park on the former Richland Mall site, featuring an amphitheater, playground, and green spaces.


See a movie under the stars this weekend | There’s just something about going to a drive-in movie theater, ordering buttery popcorn, maybe grabbing candy or a large soda, and experiencing a movie on a big screen. Next time you want to go out for a movie, experience The Big MO.
 
Events
This Weekend
  • Soda City Comic Convention 2024 | Saturday, Aug. 24-Sunday, Aug. 25 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center | $5-$40 | Enjoy the best in comics, toys, cosplay, gaming, and artists.
  • Main Street Latin Festival | Saturday, Aug. 24 | 11 a.m.-10 p.m. | Main Street District | Free | Get ready to see Main Street filled with the sounds of Latin music, folkloric dancers, food, and more.
  • “Star Wars: A New Hope” in Concert | Sunday, Aug. 25 | 2 p.m. + 7 p.m. | Koger Center for the Arts | $30-$100 | The SC Philharmonic will present the “Star Wars: A New Hope” in Concert featuring screenings of the complete film with Oscar-winning composer John Williams’ score performed live.
  • Two Sisters Travel VIP Travel Event (Trip Giveaway + Exclusive Offers) | Sunday, Aug. 25 | 2-5 p.m. | Piecewise Coffee | Free | Two Sisters Travel is celebrating a decade of creating dreamy vacations with a chance to score some amazing travel deals, including a three-night stay at an all-inclusive resort.
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  • We can smell the fries already. The SC State Fair announced a flash sale for admission tickets. Today from 10 a.m. to 2:46 p.m., purchase six admission tickets for $46. This year’s theme celebrates the unique culture, heritage, and attractions of SC’s 46 counties.
Sports
  • The Gamecocks announced their 2024-25 nonconference men’s basketball schedule, featuring nine home games, including a matchup against Clemson on Tuesday, Dec. 17 at Colonial Life Arena. The season opens Tuesday, Nov. 4 against North Florida on the road. (Gamecocks Online)
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  • Ferrara Real N.Y. Pizza and Pasta opened in Irmo where Hungry Howie’s used to be near Irmo High School. Want to keep up with all the most recent restaurants and bars that are opening or closing in our area? Read more food news. (The State)
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Legacy
  • It takes a village, as they say. As proud Columbians, we’re inspired by the contributions of our most tenured community members. Please join us in celebrating the legacies of those who have recently died. (The State)
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  • How long will it take for the Carolina Panther starters to gel after sitting out the preseason? Go beyond the scoreboard and behind the scenes of the Carolina Panthers with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
    Older Adults
    • Age 55+? Want to find a rewarding new venture post-retirement? Here are several opportunities to volunteer in our community. (Perks include feeling accomplished, fit, and connected.)*
     
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    You’re really a local if...

    Unwritten rules of Columbia
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    Say it with us — “UG” and “Jer-vay” Streets | photo by COLAtoday team
    Whether you’re a Cola native or a relative newcomer, there are just some things every Soda Citizen understands to be true.

    We asked our readers to share Columbia’s unwritten rules, from common city knowledge to relatable trends and local lingo. You won’t find these rules in a handbook, but they are undoubtedly absorbed by the community — and if you’re not from Columbia, these might be a little difficult to explain.

    The unspoken rule everyone knows

    “You know about the catacombs.” — @med_zeppelin_

    “You know what those stars on the outside of the State House represent.” — @sandylaneyphotography

    We’ve learned a thing or two from commuting

    “DON’T STOP MOVING IN MALFUNCTION JUNCTION” — @jaymesonhope

    “No passing on the Gervais Street Bridge! Too dangerous!” — Michelle M.

    Sometimes you just have to laugh

    If you’re a local, “you know how to pronounce Huger and Gervais.” – @fordboydbailey

    Two words:

    “Dog West” — @myowngirlfriday

    “Adluh Grits” — Lynetta M.
    More unwritten rules
     
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