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Explore these dog-friendly businesses in Columbia that span from places to eat, drink, shop, exercise, and stay the night.
With the renovations complete, thanks to Chapin Commercial Construction, another Circa Barber Shop, is now located at 101B E. Main St. in Lexington.
Peak Drift Brewing Company is expanding locally + globally, announced a new taproom menu, an shared updates on the brewery.
Get ready for more espresso, teas, and baked goods, Soda Citizens. Construction on the Lazy Daisy Coffee Co. coffee shop is supposed to start in the fall and open in early 2025. Check out a handful of recently-opened restaurants in Forest Acres.
Get out your rolling pins + roll up those sleeves, Soda Citizens because NoMa Warehouse announced the date for the annual gingerbread house competition, benefitting a nonprofit.
In case you missed it — tailgating is a pretty big deal in Columbia. This is your how-to-guide on preparing the tastiest tailgate in town.
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.
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Local recommendations, library challenges, and book clubs to keep your reading list hot this summer
Deconstruction is underway on the historic 900 Main St. building, preserving materials, memories, and a mural.
Curious about rent in Columbia? We broke down how local prices compare to national averages and trends.
Although 239 years might seem like a long time, it is relatively young for a city, so let’s take a look at some objects you can see in Columbia that are older than the Capital City.
SC small businesses are facing closures due to rising liquor liability insurance premiums. A new law hopes to address that.