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Events

Explore Moore Farms and Southern art at Lake City’s ArtFields

Visit Moore Farms during ArtFields to explore gardens and view 400 works of art, with $100,000 in prizes.

April 28, 2025

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David Stringer

Culture

Pick up a new hobby (and put down your phone)

Ditch the doomscrolling for a more creative or relaxing hobby.

April 25, 2025

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David Stringer

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Nonprofits

USC Students revive the Ice Bucket Challenge for mental health

USC’s viral Ice Bucket Challenge revival has raised $320,000+ for mental health, with help from influencers and celebrities.

April 24, 2025

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David Stringer

Events

Birdwatching in the Gardens: A spring migration

A spring morning of birdwatching in Columbia, where migrating warblers, local gardens, and unexpected bird facts stole the show.

April 24, 2025

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David Stringer

Soda City Market is the best farmers market in the nation

No surprise here — Soda City Market was named the No. 1 Farmers Market in the nation by USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards.

April 23, 2025

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Samantha Robertson

Food

New steakhouse coming to downtown Lexington

Midlands restaurateurs Steve Cook, Joe Walker, and Ryan Jones are opening a modern steakhouse in Lexington in May 2025, featuring hand-cut steaks, seafood, and seasonal dishes.

April 23, 2025

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David Stringer

Meredith Rhodes

April 23, 2025