May has been recognized by the U.S. as Asian American Pacific Islander Month since 1992. In 2022, the City of Columbia also proclaimed May to be Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month. This is a chance to celebrate the history of the AAPI people and honor the culture and community that they…
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Tis the season for gift giving! Storefronts from Devine Street to Lexington’s Main Street fill with holiday displays of gifts from Columbia SC. Stocking stuffers Pile the stockings in your home with cute knickknacks and drool-worthy candies. Mast General Store on Main Street has barrels of treats…
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When most people think of the South Carolina State Fair, exhibits, fair food, rides and farm animals often come to mind. Those who have been around for awhile will also recognize the familiar call of "Meet Me At The Rocket." This refrain has been broadcast over speakers at the South Carolina State…
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Bianca Crawford Shelton Bianca Crawford is the kind of person that makes you ask, "how does she do it all?" This new mom is also the CEO and founder of the Crawford Austin Agency, which provides marketing and communications resources to clients. She's also a lifestyle blogger, podcaster, and active…
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Beyond the relief from heat, autumn brings all kinds of good times to Columbia SC. Keep reading to find out why fall in Columbia SC is a favorite of locals and visitors alike. 1. Foliage From a stroll around UofSC’s campus to a hike along the Three Rivers Greenway trails, there’s no shortage of…
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Southern food has a reputation for being comforting, homegrown and of course delicious. Sharing is caring, and you won’t find us gatekeeping these culinary classics. We’re letting you in on the traditions, what we love about them, and where you can get a taste on your next visit to Columbia SC. And…
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When we think of the sounds of Columbia SC, Sandstorm playing at Williams-Brice Stadium, train horns and the flow of the river may come to mind. Local band Prettier Than Matt has also been contributing to the sound of our city for over a decade. The duo, Jeff Pitts and Jessica Skinner Sims, enjoy…
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It doesn't take long to realize that Columbia SC is a dog-friendly city. Grabbing a drink from one of our local breweries? Dogs. Strolling through the Soda City Market on a Saturday morning? Dogs. Cheering on the Columbia Fireflies on a Wednesday night? You guessed it, more dogs. We love that the…
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On February 19, the Koger Center for the Arts welcomes Heather McMahan to Columbia SC for the very first time. Her ironically named Farewell Tour has fans donning animal print (if you know, you know) and gearing up for a night of, as Heather calls it, "giggles and laughter and just being…
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We say it all the time, Columbia SC is where city meets nature. But for anyone who is new to town or at least new to exploring the great outdoors, it can be hard to know where to start. To help you out we’re sharing a list of trails throughout the Midlands that can help you start your outdoor…
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