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Real Estate
Meet the newest fall trend: Professional porch decorators
If you’re short on time this season, this may just be the perfect solution.
September 26, 2025 03:03 PM
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Amelia Grooms
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These townhomes combine historic charm and modern living
A former school building in Earlewood has been transformed into 11 unique townhomes.
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South Main Street’s redevelopment plan.
Picture more trees, buried powerlines, more pedestrian space, narrower streets, and more.
February 20, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
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Development
USC announces the Stadium Project to modernize Williams-Brice
The plans would develop 800 acres near the Congaree River and 17 acres around Colonial Life Arena.
February 7, 2023
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David Stringer
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City
Peak Drift Brewing Company’s state-of-the-art facility
The ribbon is cut and the beers are flowing.
January 18, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
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Don’t be caught unprepared: The benefits of having a generator
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Ivy House is opening another location in Columbia, SC
Read about this seven-year journey for this local business.
January 11, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
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City
Introducing Gills Creek Memorial Park coming to Columbia, SC
Explore the plans the City of Forest Acres has for its new Gills Creek Memorial Park.
January 11, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
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Development
Richland Mall Redevelopment deal is official
Take a look into the largest development project in 35+ years coming soon to Forest Acres.
January 5, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
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Travel and Outdoors
Winter gardening tips for Columbia, SC
How to prepare your garden and what to plant in the winter months.
January 4, 2023
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David Stringer
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Real Estate
2023 predictions for Columbia real estate
Real estate experts explain what Columbia home buyers should know and predict whether we’ll see prices rise in 2023.
December 21, 2022
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David Stringer
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You don’t need to spend a lot to have a good day in Columbia. With this guide, you won’t need to spend anything but time.
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