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Travel and Outdoors

Why settle for one fall festival when you can experience music, food, and art all season long?
If you’re planning a tubing trip with friends or family, this guide is for you and highlights everything you need to know about tubing down the river in Columbia
What’s even sweeter than honey? Producing your own. Here’s everything you need to know about beekeeping in the Midlands.
Rivers, lakes + streams, oh my. The Midlands has some pretty great freshwater fishing spots and is only about an hour from saltwater. Reference this guide before you fish around Columbia.
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Explore South Carolina’s habitats and learn how the Aquarium is helping protect them.
Do you need more ways to beat the heat? Check out our list of pools, water parks, and splash pools in Columbia.
Experience the rare Rocky Shoals Spider Lilies in bloom in Columbia’s rivers and at Landsford Canal State Park.
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From live music and free festivals to outdoor aventures, Greenville’s summer schedule is stacked.
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The transit system is building its zero-emissions fleet by adding buses with hydrogen fuel cell and battery-electric technology.
Plan the perfect picnic in Columbia by prepping your meal, packing your equipment, and picking a scenic local destination.
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Make the most of the cooler weather with this list of the best local events and activities happening this fall.
Oktoberfest is almost here and luckily you don’t have to travel far to join in on the celebrations — we complied seven festivals in the Midlands to break out your lederhosen for.
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.
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.
From rock and R&B to country and rap, some big tours are coming through the Midlands this fall.
Make your voice heard, nominate your favorite local biz and they could win COLAtoday’s Best Competition.
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?
Explore these dog-friendly businesses in Columbia that span from places to eat, drink, shop, exercise, and stay the night.
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Directly north, east, south, and west of COLA, cities across the world await.