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David Stringer

City Editor

David is based in Columbia, SC where he’s lived since graduating from UofSC’s School of Journalism in 2006. In his 20+ years in the Soda City, he founded Scene SC, an outlet covering the SC music scene, and has contributed to local publications including SCETV, Jasper Magazine, Free Times, and The Post and Courier. He currently serves on boards for One Columbia for Arts and Culture and the Jam Room Music Festival.

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City

Unsanctioned Olympic events that Columbia would dominate

If these sports were approved by the International Olympic Committee, Soda City residents would surely take home the gold.

July 25, 2024

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Food

5 pro tips from your local baristas

COLAtoday caught up with Indah barista Alyssa T. to find out some pro tips to help customers try something new and have a great coffee experience.

July 25, 2024

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Culture

Local libations: A round of Columbia-centric craft beers

A turn of phrase here, a recognizable COLA nod there — these craft beers found around Soda City take local pride seriously.

July 23, 2024

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Food

5 of Cola’s refreshing summer drinks

Don’t sweat the heat, cool down with one of these five cold drinks around Columbia, SC.

July 23, 2024

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Events

Camp Cola Fest: Your ultimate adult “summer camp” experience

Camp Cola Fest: Live music, summer camp vibes, food trucks, and interactive experiences in Columbia, SC on July 27, 12-10 p.m.

July 19, 2024

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Real Estate

Uniquely Columbia short term rentals

The CB90 rental properties and The Hangar Lofts offer uniquely Columbia options for short term rentals and are ideal for Gamecock weekends.

July 17, 2024

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Events

Made with Cola Love’s latest activation: PSYCHii pop up shop

Made with Cola Love’s latest activation features PSYCHii, a creative agency, offering marketing and production workshops at 2222 Sumter St.

July 17, 2024

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Food

Godspeed coffee opens pop-up shop

Godspeed, a new specialty coffee pop-up by Roger Caughman and Kailey Cunningham, focuses on building community connections with each pop-up.

July 15, 2024

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Events

Five after Five lineup announced

The Five after Five outdoor concert series

July 11, 2024

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Food

Q+A with Alex Strickland, chef at The Dragon Room and frontman of local band Abacus

Chef Alex Strickland of The Dragon Room, also the lead singer of metal band Abacus, discusses his favorite dishes, local foodie spots, and balancing his culinary and musical creativity.

July 11, 2024

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Food

Columbia’s Restaurant Summer Games in Boyd Plaza

The Restaurant Summer Games will feature seven restaurants competing in Olympic inspired games and showcasing a dish and cocktail for charity.

July 9, 2024

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Food

A look inside Alimentari Don Luigi in the Mills District

Alimentari Don Luigi is the new Italian market and bottle shop from Bar Gran Sasso co-owners Joe Cardinale and former Terra chef, Joby Wetzel.

July 9, 2024

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City

Soda City Market celebrates local culture and global flavors

Search some of these fresh finds from flowers to clothes and much more every Saturday morning at Soda City Market in downtown Columbia, SC.

July 7, 2024

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Real Estate

3 homes around Winston-Salem to beat the heat

These three homes offer the perfect escape for those who love to entertain.

July 3, 2024

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Food

10 spots to grab a hot dog in Columbia, SC

Here are 10 spots you can grab a frank around Columbia, SC.

July 2, 2024

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Education

Showcase your state spirit at the State Fair

The South Carolina State Fair’s 2024 theme, “46 Reasons to Celebrate SC,” honors all 46 counties with expanded exhibit categories, including the “Spirit of Carolina” awards, highlighting our state’s beauty and creativity.

July 1, 2024

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City

Celebrate 803 Day: Uniting the Midlands community

The inaugural 803 Day on August 3 will unite the Midlands with a 5K run, festival, $8.03 specials, a scavenger hunt, and community support, celebrating local pride and heritage.

July 1, 2024

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Live

The cost of living in Columbia

Discover the cost of living for Columbia, including housing, transportation, and everyday expenses. Find out how Columbia, SC compares to the national average in terms of affordability.

June 28, 2024

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Updates underway at Owens Field

Work at Owens Field Park in Rosewood enhances 10 acres of soccer fields for safety and use, funded by a $1.8M city project.

June 27, 2024

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Travel and Outdoors

10+ pools, water parks, and splash pools in Columbia

Do you need more ways to beat the heat? Check out our list of pools, water parks, and splash pools in Columbia.

June 27, 2024

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Where to watch Fourth of July fireworks in the Midlands

Break out the star-spangled attire and picnic blanket for a night of Fourth of July fireworks in Columbia.

June 25, 2024

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Weather

Remembering Cola’s hottest days on record

Columbia’s hottest day on record was June 29, 2012 when the Capital City hit 113°F.

June 25, 2024

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Play

Tee it up at these Columbia golf courses

Whether you’re a weekend warrior or the next Tiger Woods, these 22 golf courses in Cola are sure to make for a good round.

June 24, 2024

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Real Estate

4 Midlands homes to beat the heat

Here are four homes for sale in the Midlands of South Carolina where you can beat the heat and entertain your friends.

June 14, 2024

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Culture

Your guide to Father’s Day in Columbia

Don’t know what to get the Dad in your life this Father’s Day? We’re giving you a few ideas on what to get them or how you can spend Father’s Day in Columbia.

June 12, 2024

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Food

Lula Drake brings home James Beard Award

Lula Drake made Columbia food and beverage history by winning the Capital City’s first James Beard Award, often referred to as the “Oscars of the food world.”

June 11, 2024

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Sports

A new spin on tradition: Villa Tronco and Carolina Pong

Tripp Roche, fifth-generation of Villa Tronco, creates Carolina Pong to foster a local ping pong community while training for the US National Table Tennis Championship.

June 11, 2024

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City

Your 2024 primary voter guide for the Midlands

Tuesday, June 11 is election day for statewide primaries for all 170 House and Senate seats in South Carolina.

June 7, 2024

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Culture

Hunt for mushrooms around Columbia during this worldwide art event

Several local artists are participating in the international Game of Shrooms on Saturday, June 8.

June 5, 2024

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Nonprofits

Get started with Richland Library’s Summer Learning Challenge

Richland Library’s Summer Learning Challenge offers children, teens, and adults activities to prevent summer learning loss, with prizes and special events through August 10.

June 3, 2024

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