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Columbia’s most iconic landmarks
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In “The Program,” many football scenes were filmed at the Williams-Brice Stadium. | Photo by @sc_drone
We’ve all been there: Someone’s trying to give you directions by describing 10 lefts, 20 rights, and a jumble of cardinal directions. Isn’t it easier to just point out a landmark?

That’s exactly what we’re doing. We have a list of 15 of the most recognizable Soda City landmarks — from the AT&T microwave tower to USC’s Horseshoe. Not only are these local icons easy to remember, but they’ll also get you where you need to go in a jiffy.

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The revolving restaurant on the top and a part of the mechanical system is from the 1964-1965 World’s Fair.

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Photo by COLAtoday

Capstone

Address: 898 Barnwell St.
Nearby: Five Points, USC Campus

Capstone is a landmark building on the USC campus, often lighting up garnet to signal Gamecock victories. It serves as a beacon for freshmen learning their way around campus.

Gervais Street Bridge

Address: Gervais St.
Nearby: Riverfront Park, The Vista, EdVenture Children’s Museum

This historic bridge has been part of Columbia’s infrastructure since 1928 and was once the only way to cross the Congaree River to West Columbia.

Lake Murray + Dam Hydroelectric Intake Towers

Address: State Rd. S-36-587
Nearby: Dreher Island State Park, Lake Murray Country Visitor Center

Lake Murray and its Hydroelectric Intake Towers are not just functional structures but symbols of the Midlands, offering a scenic spot for sunset walks, boat rides, and picturesque views.

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Blue Sky’s Tunnel Vision mural was updated with a fresh coat of pain in 2023.

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Photo by COLAtoday

Tunnelvision Mural

Address: 1514 Marion St.
Nearby: Main Street District, Prisma Health Baptist Hospital

The Tunnelvision Mural, painted by renowned local artist Blue Sky, offers an illusion of driving into a sunset. It’s a beloved piece of public art that adds character to the cityscape.

Williams-Brice Stadium

Address: George Rogers Blvd.
Nearby: State Fairgrounds, SC State Armory

Since opening in 1934, Williams-Brice Stadium is the heart of USC sports, hosting Gamecock Football games and significant events like concerts. It’s a place of intense emotion, from the highs of victory to the lows of defeat.
10 more landmarks
Asked

How much did it cost to build the Gervais Street Bridge in 1928, one of South Carolina’s four open spandrel arch bridges?
A. $150,020
B. $597,167
C. $1,430,294
D. $5,003,067
Cross that bridge
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Events
Monday, Oct. 14
Tuesday, Oct. 15
  • Plein Air on Boyd Plaza | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Columbia Museum of Art | Free | These drop-in drawing and painting sessions on Boyd Plaza are led by About Face, an artmaking group focusing on portraits and the human figure.
  • Music Bingo | Tuesday, Oct. 15 | 8:30 p.m. | Village Idiot Pizza - five points | Free | Join Village Idiot for music bingo, pizza, and great vibes every Tuesday.
Wednesday, Oct. 16
  • Garden Asana Grass Roots Yoga | Wednesday, Oct. 16-Thursday, Oct. 17 | 8:15-9:15 a.m. | Gardener’s Outpost | $15 | Join us for a transformative experience that celebrates yoga’s beauty and the natural world’s tranquility.
Thursday, Oct. 17
  • Barenaked Ladies: In Flight Tour | 7:30 p.m. | The Township Auditorium | $39.50+ | The popular 1990s band is back with a new album, which means you can hear brand new music alongside classic hits like “Hey Jealousy” and “Walk on the Ocean” performed back to back with “One Week” and “Pinch Me.”
Friday, Oct. 18
  • WWE Friday Night SmackDown | Friday, Oct. 18 | 7:45 p.m. | Colonial Life Arena | $23+ | Catch the action-packed matches, larger-than-life personalities, and unexpected twists and turns.
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The Wellness Center at Still Hopes offers exercise classes designed for a variety of fitness levels. | Photo by Still Hopes
Getting older doesn’t have to mean getting bored. Plus, keeping busy and staying active as you age helps maintain physical and mental health.

Still Hopes — a faith-based continuing care retirement community here in Columbia — is centered around helping its residents achieve active-aging lifestyles by providing engaging and mindful opportunities. Think:
  • Wellness classes at the gym and in the pool
  • Concerts and lectures
  • Art + music classes
  • Social events
  • Montessori-style activities in the memory care neighborhood
Psst... Still Hopes is home to the only triathlon training program in the US that focuses on people 55+ (if you’re into that).

See what it’s like

Every November, Still Hopes hosts a public Holiday Market featuring festive vendors — sounds like a great time to visit. Stay tuned for this year’s date announcement.

Don’t want to wait? You can always take a virtual tour or schedule an in-person visit to experience the community first-hand.
 
News Notes
Open
  • The Barnes & Noble is now open at Columbiana Centre in Harbison. The 5,800 sqft store returns to the area after closing its previous Harbison location in 2013. The store will feature the same design as recent openings.
Real Estate
  • Colliers, in partnership with Columbia Metropolitan Airport, is listing a two-acre hotel site on the airport’s campus in West Columbia. The ground lease opportunity is ideal for a 150-room hotel with direct access to the terminal.
Civic
  • The City of Columbia is proposing an increase in parking rates to fund infrastructure improvements and system upgrades. A public hearing will be held during the City Council meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 15 at 4 p.m. at City Hall.
Cause
  • The Alzheimer’s Association is hosting a Walk to End Alzheimer’s at Segra Park on Saturday, Oct. 19. The event includes a 2-mile walk and a Promise Garden ceremony honoring those impacted by the disease. Register today.
Concert
  • Country artist Kane Brown’s “The High Road Tour” stops at Colonial Life Arena on Thursday, April 24. Mitchell Tenpenny and Ashley Cooke will join as opening acts. Tickets go on sale Friday, Oct. 18 at 10 a.m.
Cause
  • Alexa, play Blue Ridge Mountain Song. We’re currently raising donations for BeLoved Asheville, a local organization supporting food and water distribution, clothing and supply deliveries, and debris cleanup across the region. 100% of funds raised will go to support recovery efforts across WNC, in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene.
Today Is
  • Indigenous Peoples’ Day, a federally recognized day honoring Native peoples and commemorating their histories and cultures + Columbus Day, a federal holiday commemorating Italian explorer Christopher Columbus’ voyage across the Atlantic on Oct. 12, 1492.
Sports
  • South Carolina loses a heartbreaker to Alabama. Go beyond the scoreboard and behind the scenes of the Gamecocks with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
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    Stat
    • 22%. That’s how much car insurance prices are expected to increase by the end of the year. The average premium is expected to reach $2,469. Are you prepared? View Money’s “Best Car Insurance” list to shop around + see if you could save.*
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    • Between Thanksgiving and New Year’s, Kiawah Island Golf Resort transforms into a holiday wonderland. Think: Decadent dining, breathtaking decor, and festive events for all ages — from a tree lighting ceremony to Santa sightings, gift-crafting workshops, and more. Start planning your holiday getaway.*
     
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    🐋 Donut miss this local film

    Film premiere celebrates the legacy of local musician Aaron Graves
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    The Those Lavender Whales concert film honors the life of late member Aaron Graves. | Photo by Diana Kingsbury
    Fork and Spoon Records will premiere “Those Lavender Whales & Friends & Family: A Community Concert Film” at the Nickelodeon Theater on Sunday, Oct. 20 at 6 p.m.

    The film captures a June 2, 2023 concert at New Brookland Tavern’s former West Columbia location, celebrating the life and music of Aaron Graves. The evening featured performances by the surviving members of Those Lavender Whales — Jessica Bornick, Patrick Wall, and Chris Gardner — along with family, friends, and special guests.

    Graves, a Northeast Columbia native, was a cherished community member whose mural adorns the side of Hunter-Gatherer Alehouse with the words “I Love my Friends.”

    The event will showcase Graves’ musical legacy and impact. A post-screening Q&A with the band members will follow. Attendees are encouraged to bring supplies for a drive benefiting Western North Carolina.
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    When I turned my car on last Friday my radio was tuned to WUSC 90.5 and I heard Admiral Radio’s new song “Slow Lane” playing. It reminded that they’ll be performing this week at the Lunchtime Folk Music Series at Boyd Plaza happening on Fridays in October from from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
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