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Your Guide to the 2021 Gervais Street Bridge Dinner

History The inaugural bridge dinner was in October of 2015 and was the first public event able to be held after the Great Flood. It was the first date in which first responders were able to assist with a public event, and they were honored guests that evening in what turned out to be a much-needed…

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Meet Columbia SC: Chef Frank Bradley

When you talk about local with Chef Frank Bradley, you’ll quickly realize the topic goes beyond the ingredients he uses as the Executive Chef at Hendrix. This born and raised Columbia SC native has been making his way in local restaurants since high school. From prepping sandwiches at The Other…

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The Tea on Tea: Unexpected Sweet Tea in Columbia SC

The South is well known for its love of sweet tea and Columbia SC is no exception. It might sound like blasphemy to mess with a classic, but these twists on sweet tea are not to be missed on your next trip to town. Cromer’s Pnuts | Iced Tea with Lemon Cotton Candy Best known for their popcorn and…

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Tent Travel: Spots to Camp in Columbia SC

Are the great outdoors calling your name? Answer with a trip to Columbia SC. With miles of hiking trails and cool, welcoming waters just minutes from urban amenities, this city is ready for you. And at the end of the day, lay your head at one of these campsites. Lakeside Relaxation If your ideal…

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#MaskUpColumbiaSC

Beginning Friday, June 26 the City of Columbia will require all people over the age of 10 to wear a face covering unless they are socially distanced or eating and drinking. While face coverings might not have been the accessory you were planning on rocking this summer, we'll never miss out on an…

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Stay-Cation with the Kids

If sticking around the house for the last couple months has you longing for a day out, Columbia SC is ready to welcome you and the kids for a day of socially distant adventures. It's time to tie on your mask and load up the car. Good Morning Start your day with a drive through Main Street. You and…

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Small Businesses Step up to Help

Even in the midst of struggling to make ends meet, our small businesses are showing enormous strength for both themselves and the community. Several businesses have gone beyond serving customers. If you’re an essential worker or someone who has lost your job due to current circumstances, this list…

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Scrub-a-Dub: Wash Your Hands to These Local Songs

If there are two things we can all get behind these days, it's supporting local and staying healthy. While you could continue to sing Happy Birthday for the thousandth time while sudsing up those hands, we recommend something a bit more real. Try these local songs to make your twenty seconds a bit…

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