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SC small businesses are facing closures due to rising liquor liability insurance premiums, with legislative reform delayed and limited solutions available.
Whether you’re looking for your next leisure read, a book for the whole family, or a thrilling fictional novel, we’ve got a list of books written by local authors in Columbia.
Meet some of the 2024 fastest-growing companies in the Columbia area featured on Inc. 5000’s list.
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.
Ready for your lunch break? Check out these 17 lunches from subs to fries and a shake.
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These Main Street mainstays offer the ultimate happy hour lineup.
Dig into delicious and nutritious vegan and vegetarian fare in every corner of Columbia.
From coffee shops to event venues, we’re asking for your insight on the top-tier spots Columbia has to offer.
COLAtoday caught up with Indah barista Alyssa T. to find out some pro tips to help customers try something new and have a great coffee experience.
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.
A turn of phrase here, a recognizable COLA nod there — these craft beers found around Soda City take local pride seriously.
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Visitation increased from 15.8 million in 2022 to 16.4 million in 2023. We’re breaking down some other tourism stats + we’ll give you ways to get involved and keep the ball rolling as citizens.
Join the Columbia community on Sunday, Oct. 6, for the seventh annual Buddies, Not Bullies Rally and Parade to promote kindness, inclusion, and mental health awareness.
Deep dive into this guide for fans to participate in ESPN’s College GameDay in Columbia, including event details, Gamecock Walk, and Pep Rally.
Southern Living released a list of 15 fall foliage destinations and we’re breaking down four destinations that are within four hours of Columbia so you can see the leaves change before they fall in fall.
USC secured $309 million in sponsored research awards in 2024, supporting key initiatives in energy, healthcare, and statewide innovation.
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