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Tee it up at these Columbia golf courses
Whether you’re a weekend warrior or the next Scottie Scheffler, these 22 golf courses in Cola are sure to make for a good round.
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David Stringer
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Culture
Several social media videos that have gone viral within the last month in Columbia, SC
We are taking a moment to showcase several show-stopping videos on social media that have resonated with Soda Citizens and taken pride in place to the next level.
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Samantha Robertson
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Sports
How to celebrate baseball with Copa de la Diversión
We dive into what the Copa de la Diversión series is and the history behind this event which lasts the entire season of Minor League Baseball.
April 17, 2023
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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City
A guide to Big Gamecock Weekend
Here’s what you can expect and how to participate.
April 11, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
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Sports
USC Women’s basketball draftees going to the WNBA
The Gamecocks had a record-breaking night at the WNBA draft. See where each player will play.
April 11, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
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Sports
Best annual festival in Columbia
Help us pick Cola’s best fest.
March 15, 2023
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David Stringer
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Sports
Gamecocks WBB Top seed in the NCAA Tournament
Let the madness begin.
March 13, 2023
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David Stringer
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Sports
Catch the Gaelic game of hurling in Columbia, SC
We’re breaking down the Irish sport of hurling including its rules and where you can catch a game.
March 7, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
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Sports
Your guide to sports teams in Columbia
From the Columbia Fireflies to Gamecocks football, we’re sharing all details of Columbia, SC’s sports teams.
February 6, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Soda City FC partners with Flower City Union
January 24, 2023
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David Stringer
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