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3 ways to get your fill of fall in Chapel Hill
Why settle for one fall festival when you can experience music, food, and art all season long?
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Culture
Local libations: A round of Columbia-centric craft beers
A turn of phrase here, a recognizable COLA nod there — these craft beers found around Soda City take local pride seriously.
July 23, 2024
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Monica Garske
Food
Toast of the town: Drink Up Week has arrived
This week — Monday, July 22-Friday, July 26, 2024 — we’re shining a spotlight on the vibrant drink scene in Columbia.
July 19, 2024
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Monica Garske
Food
Raise a glass — Drink Up Week is coming
We’ve got details and a map full of drink deals: We’ll be highlighting the vibrant beverage scene across Columbia, SC from July 22 to July 26, 2024.
July 15, 2024
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Monica Garske
Restaurants
Let’s eat, kids: Family friendly restaurants in Columbia
Grab the little ones and hit the town — these spots are tried and true with Cola kids.
July 3, 2024
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Monica Garske
Food
Cheers: We’re celebrating Drink Up Week — here’s how to join us
We’ll be toasting to the bountiful beverage industry across Columbia, SC from Monday, July 22 to Friday, July 26, 2024.
May 24, 2024
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Monica Garske
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Foodie road trip: Experience Charlotte’s top eats + treats during Savor Charlotte
We’ve got the deets on the top chefs, restaurateurs, mixologists, and bakers to try at Savor Charlotte 2024.
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3 ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day in the Main Street District
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7 reasons to explore Fayetteville this winter
We’ve rounded up the top things to do this winter in Fayetteville, NC, where an abundance of cold weather activities await.
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Doctors’ Orders: Eating healthy at Pasta Fresca
Dr. Gressette of The Columbia Medical Group shares her recommended order at this family-owned Italian eatery.
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Doctors’ Orders: Eating healthy at Coa Agaveria y Cocina
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The Buy
Apparel
A fall fashion essential you didn’t know you needed: The Lavisha cashmere-blend shawl for $20
October 13, 2025
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Staff
The Buy
Don’t waste money and space on a wall of weights when these adjustable dumbbells just went on sale
October 13, 2025
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Staff
The Buy
A new app that actually trains your memory just went on sale
October 13, 2025
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Staff
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Events
Plan Ahead: Don’t miss these events happening in Columbia
October 3, 2025
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David Stringer
Culture
15 Historic street names in Columbia
September 30, 2025
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David Stringer
Events
Choose your own adventure at the SC State Fair
September 29, 2025
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David Stringer
Real Estate
Meet the newest fall trend: Professional porch decorators
September 26, 2025
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Amelia Grooms
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Do you remember the 21st night of September in Columbia?
Do you remember the 21st night of September? Join us on a trip down memory lane to see what was happening in Columbia this week throughout the years.
September 18, 2025
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David Stringer
Live
A Guide to Midlands Museums
With a history dating back thousands of years, museums in the Midlands showcase the history of the area, from the earliest settlers to the the trains that transformed cities and towns.
September 17, 2025
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David Stringer
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From rock and R&B to country and rap, some big tours are coming through the Midlands this fall.
September 16, 2025
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Spread the local love with COLAtoday’s Best
Make your voice heard, nominate your favorite local biz and they could win COLAtoday’s Best Competition.
September 15, 2025
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Staff
Food
So close, but so far: Chains readers’ wish were in Columbia
Sure, you could take an hour drive to your favorite chain restaurants — but wouldn’t it be better if they were right down the road?
September 11, 2025
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David Stringer
Play
Dog-friendly businesses guide for Columbia
Explore these dog-friendly businesses in Columbia that span from places to eat, drink, shop, exercise, and stay the night.
September 10, 2025
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Samantha Robertson
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Brookland Commons: A smarter take on senior living
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Travel and Outdoors
Which cities share Columbia’s latitude and longitude?
Directly north, east, south, and west of COLA, cities across the world await.
September 2, 2025
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Patrick Sidwell
Events
JerryFest 2025: Celebrating 60 Years of the Grateful Dead
JerryFest returns to Five Points on Sunday, Oct. 5 with two stages of live music, food, art, and family fun.
August 28, 2025
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David Stringer
Gamecock season preview: Tailgates, Sandstorm, and Saturdays in Columbia
A look at the 2025 Gamecock football season, including key players, biggest games, and what’s new on gameday at Williams-Brice.
August 28, 2025
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David Stringer
