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10 tips for students living in Columbia, SC

Here are 10 tips for students who are new to Columbia. Learn how to get around, where to eat, and some local knowledge to prepare you for at least four years in the Soda City.

August 9, 2024

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Samantha Robertson

Education

Back to school shopping in Columbia and where to shop to spoil your teachers

While you’re back to school shopping for the kiddos, don’t forget to grab a gift or a little something special for your teachers.

August 9, 2024

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Samantha Robertson

Development

New apartments on Columbia’s horizon

Columbia is adding over 2,000 new apartment units to meet growing demand and alleviate housing shortages.

August 8, 2024

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David Stringer

Travel and Outdoors

Here is where to pick apples within driving distance of Columbia

Take a road trip with the family and head to one of these regional U-pick apple farms; all within three hours of the Captial City.

August 8, 2024

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Samantha Robertson

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Development

Columbia’s hospitality market growth by numbers

Columbia has five hotels with a total occunpancy of 570 rooms in the works to open by fall 2025.

August 6, 2024

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David Stringer

Live

Where to find lunch 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

Tropical Storm Debby: what you need to know and how to prepare

Heavy rainfall and wind gusts are likely to the biggest Tropical Storm Debby threat to the Midlands. Here’s what you need to know.

August 5, 2024

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Samantha Robertson

Scenes from the Planetarium's construction + grand opening.

The South Carolina State Museum is celebrating 10 years of immersive and interactive experiences.

Since the summer of 2014, community members have enjoyed immersive, educational experiences inside the planetarium’s 55ft digital dome, 4D, and more.

August 5, 2024

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Samantha Robertson