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Sports

South Carolina Gamecocks Women’s Basketball: 2024-25 season preview

South Carolina Gamecocks Women’s Basketball enter the 2024-25 season as the reigning champions, bringing large expectations for the new year.

November 4, 2024

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Mitch Hooper

City

Your guide to Election Day in Columbia, SC

Election Day is Tues., Nov. 5. Here’s the need-to-know information. 🗳

November 1, 2024

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Samantha Robertson

Food

Late night food in the Soda City

Discover Columbia’s late-night dining spots, from Tex-Mex and pizza to pub fare and desserts, perfect for post-11 p.m. cravings.

October 31, 2024

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David Stringer

Jellyfish lights during Wild Lights at Riverbanks Zoo & Garden

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Get into the holiday spirit at this electrifying event

Wild Lights transforms Riverbanks Zoo into a holiday wonderland complete with sparkling lights and festive cheer.

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4 ways to prevent sickness + stay healthy this fall

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Culture

Our readers’ local horror date stories

We get it — dating is scary. Share your horror date stories that still haunt you to this day.

October 30, 2024

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Samantha Robertson

Events

Meet Read Freely Fest, South Carolina’s new book festival

Richland Library will host the inaugural Read Freely Fest featuring author talks, book signings, and performances.

October 29, 2024

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David Stringer

A woman sitting on the couch with her hands clasped, thinking about something.

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How to recognize and manage caregiver burnout

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Festivals

Preview the 8th Annual Fall Back Fest ahead of this weekend

The City of West Columbia’s 8th Annual Fall Back Fest is set to take place on Friday, Nov. 1 from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. on the 100-300 blocks of State Street. Here’s what you can expect at the free fall festival.

October 28, 2024

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Samantha Robertson