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3 senior-friendly restaurants that are fun for the whole fam
Venture out and you may just introduce your loved ones to their new favorite dining spot.
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Where to find lunch for $10 or less in Columbia
Ready for your lunch break? Check out these 17 lunches from subs to fries and a shake.
August 6, 2024
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Laura Hackett
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5 spots to freshen up your happy hour
These Main Street mainstays offer the ultimate happy hour lineup.
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Live
Vegan and vegetarian eats in Columbia
Dig into delicious and nutritious vegan and vegetarian fare in every corner of Columbia.
July 29, 2024
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David Stringer
Azalea Coffee Bar
Live
Your guide to Columbia’s coffee shops
If you don’t have coffee already in hand, consider this your sign to grab some with our coffee guide, featuring 25+ local coffee shops.
July 24, 2024
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Samantha Robertson
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Culture
Local libations: A round of Columbia-centric craft beers
A turn of phrase here, a recognizable COLA nod there — these craft beers found around Soda City take local pride seriously.
July 23, 2024
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Monica Garske
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Food
Toast of the town: Drink Up Week has arrived
This week — Monday, July 22-Friday, July 26, 2024 — we’re shining a spotlight on the vibrant drink scene in Columbia.
July 19, 2024
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Monica Garske
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Cheers to this can’t-miss Sunday brunch in Five Points
What’s brunch without creative dishes, mimosa pitchers, and four-legged friends?
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Food
Raise a glass — Drink Up Week is coming
We’ve got details and a map full of drink deals: We’ll be highlighting the vibrant beverage scene across Columbia, SC from July 22 to July 26, 2024.
July 15, 2024
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Monica Garske
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Doctors’ Orders: Eating healthy at Hampton Street Vineyard
Dr. Joseph Lawton, III of Lexington Medical Heart and Vascular Center weighs in on what he would order at this Columbia landmark.
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Restaurants
Let’s eat, kids: Family friendly restaurants in Columbia
Grab the little ones and hit the town — these spots are tried and true with Cola kids.
July 3, 2024
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Monica Garske
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The Nick rolls out the red carpet
Celebrate the Oscars in style with fine dining, live entertainment, and a red carpet experience at The Venue hosted by The Nick.
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Gray Collegiate Academy is expanding and opening a satellite campus in Irmo
Gray Collegiate Academy will be opening its new satellite campus in Irmo this August 2025, initially hosting ~600 students, grades six through 10.
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Here are some of your favorite hot soups at nine restaurants in the Columbia, SC area from Mexican dishes to spicy Asian noodle bowls.
January 23, 2025
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Gamecock alum releases Gamecock women’s basketball anthem
Tina Roy drops the “Not Like Us (G-Mix),” a custom Kendrick Lamar remix celebrating the team’s skills on the court.
January 23, 2025
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The 4th annual Cola Rosé Shower is returning to Williams-Brice Stadium
Wear pink to the 4th annual Cola Rosé Shower event and donate feminine hygiene products all while raising awareness on women’s healthcare in the Midlands.
January 22, 2025
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St. Pat’s in Five Points unveils this year’s lineup for 2025 festival
Columbia’s largest St. Pat’s in Five Points festival returns with live music, featuring several regional performances, on Saturday, March 15.
January 22, 2025
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Meet Columbia’s 2025 Ambassadors
Keep your 2025 Columbia SC Insider’s Guide handing for friends and family visiting town.
January 21, 2025
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