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Sports
7 disc golf courses in the Midlands
Learn how and where to play disc golf in the Capital City.
February 18, 2026 01:41 PM
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David Stringer
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Travel and Outdoors
Great Escapes: Our guide to Newport, RI
Get ready for hydrangeas and sailboats galore.
September 13, 2022
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Chloe Rodgers
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Travel and Outdoors
$100 million in funding secured for Columbia, SC canal
Repairs to canal caused damage caused by the 2015 flood
September 12, 2022
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David Stringer
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September 2, 2022
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David Stringer
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Culture
10 things to know about the South Carolina State Fair
September 1, 2022
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Culture
Try This: Explore the South Carolina Aquarium in Charleston
August 16, 2022
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City
Hit the Road: a 30-mile getaway to Camden
July 15, 2022
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David Stringer
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Culture
5 outdoor patios in Columbia, SC
June 16, 2022
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5 drivable beach destinations from Columbia, SC
May 13, 2022
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Events
Explore Moore Farms and Southern art at Lake City’s ArtFields
Visit Moore Farms during ArtFields to explore gardens and view 400 works of art, with $100,000 in prizes.
April 28, 2025
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David Stringer
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Culture
Pick up a new hobby (and put down your phone)
Ditch the doomscrolling for a more creative or relaxing hobby.
April 25, 2025
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David Stringer
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Nonprofits
USC Students revive the Ice Bucket Challenge for mental health
USC’s viral Ice Bucket Challenge revival has raised $320,000+ for mental health, with help from influencers and celebrities.
April 24, 2025
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David Stringer
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Events
Birdwatching in the Gardens: A spring migration
A spring morning of birdwatching in Columbia, where migrating warblers, local gardens, and unexpected bird facts stole the show.
April 24, 2025
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David Stringer
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Soda City Market is the best farmers market in the nation
No surprise here — Soda City Market was named the No. 1 Farmers Market in the nation by USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards.
April 23, 2025
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Samantha Robertson
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Food
New steakhouse coming to downtown Lexington
Midlands restaurateurs Steve Cook, Joe Walker, and Ryan Jones are opening a modern steakhouse in Lexington in May 2025, featuring hand-cut steaks, seafood, and seasonal dishes.
April 23, 2025
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David Stringer
A group of people stand in front of two blue "COMET" buses during a ribbon-cutting ceremony. A woman in the center cuts the white ribbon while others smile and pose for the photo. The event celebrates the launch of COMET's new zero-emission bus fleet.
City
COMET unveils its first zero-emission buses
The transit system is building its zero-emissions fleet by adding buses with hydrogen fuel cell and battery-electric technology.
April 22, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
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Food
Plan a Soda City picnic
Plan the perfect picnic in Columbia by prepping your meal, packing your equipment, and picking a scenic local destination.
April 21, 2025
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David Stringer
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35+ volunteer opportunities in and around Columbia
Support Columbia causes year-round — from mentoring youth to rescuing pets, river cleanups, or helping from home.
April 21, 2025
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Samantha Robertson
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Food
Columbia Food & Wine Festival: What’s still on the table?
Columbia Food & Wine Festival returns April 22–27 with chef dinners, tastings, and ticketed events still available.
April 18, 2025
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David Stringer