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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 02, 2025 09:32 AM
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Patrick Sidwell
GoldenGirls Airbnb
Travel and Outdoors
Stay in this Golden Girls-themed Airbnb that’s located in downtown Columbia.
Sure you can stay somewhere overnight, but is it a Golden Girls-themed Airbnb? Take a look inside this eclectic bnb and book it next time you’re looking to stay in Five Points
January 4, 2024
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Samantha Robertson
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Nonprofits
The Congaree Riverkeepers 2023 Cleanup Summary
The Congaree Riverkeeper released its 2023 Cleanup Summary and we’re sharing the highlights by the numbers, key findings, and how you can get involved.
December 15, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
CAE airport's Christmas display with a trunk of toys and a decorated tree.
Sponsored
One less thing to stress about this holiday season? Booking (and flying) out of CAE
With CAE’s new search feature, travelers can now search flights automatically from CAE.
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Sneakers on pavement.
Culture
Walking trends in Columbia
Average daily walking trips dropped by 36% in the US between 2019 and 2022 — see how Cola compares.
December 1, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Booking holiday travel just got easier
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City
Columbians dream big for future riverfront development
We asked, and you answered. We wanted you to think big and share with us the dream development you would bring to our rivers if you had the power to do so. See what our readers said.
November 7, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
The outside of the South Carolina Aquarium lit up for Aquarium Aglow.
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Ready, set, glow: Celebrate the holiday season at the South Carolina Aquarium
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Experience holiday magic + gingerbread art like no other
Find out how to get a glimpse of the nation’s largest gingerbread house competition at The Omni Grove Park Inn this holiday season.
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Feel at home this holiday season in Greenville
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The Street Meat biking group rides Peak to Prosperity is Columbia, SC.
Culture
Get to know community cycling group Street Meat
This Soda City-based group offers an inclusive space for bike riders of all levels to come together and explore bike-friendly streets in the area.
October 12, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Tables with white tablecloths line the streets with dozens of people facing the stage. The stage has two visible performers, two singers and a person on the keyboard.
Culture
Live on Lincoln 2025 lineup announced
The showcase of local talent will feature over 10 organizations to raise funds supporting local art and cultural organizations
March 27, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
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Tourism and Hospitality
The Carolina Cup gallops toward its 90th year
The horses and pageantry of the annual Carolina Cup return to Camden, SC on Saturday, March 29.
March 26, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
A statue of Cocky the Gamecocks mascot and a large, red brick building in the background.
Culture
Support USC through its Give 4 Garnet campaign
The gift-giving effort aims to support university departments, and your support can help causes unlock financial bonuses.
March 25, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
The exterior of the Richland main library with a banner for Read Freely Fest hanging about the rounded, glass front doors.
Culture
Richland Library’s inaugural Read Freely Fest coming to Columbia
The library’s free, family-friendly festival will feature author talks, book sales, and entertainment across across three day.
March 25, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
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History
Columbia’s Historical Markers: Columbia College
Explore the rich legacy of Columbia College, a historic campus once exclusive to women, now celebrating over 150 years of change.
March 21, 2025
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David Stringer
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Live
A guide to Columbia’s pizza scene
Dig into Columbia’s must-try pizza shops including local legends, fancier fare, cross-country crusts, and more.
March 20, 2025
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Samantha Robertson
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Culture
Where to make spring cleaning donations in Columbia
Doing some spring cleaning and have items to donate? Check out these 14 spots in the Columbia area accepting clothing and supply donations.
March 19, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
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Travel and Outdoors
Surviving pollen season in Columbia, SC
Does pollen season have you wiping your eyes and nose? Blame the hidden tree pollen as spring allergies kick into high gear.
March 18, 2025
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David Stringer
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City
SCDOT announces its ‘Pothole Blitz’
The statewide effort invites residents to report potholes so crews can patch them and improve safety for drivers.
March 17, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
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Food
Where to watch the NCAA Tournament in Columbia
It’s tournament time, and Columbia has plenty of spots to catch every buzzer-beater.
March 14, 2025
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David Stringer