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David Stringer

Newsletter 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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What’s in store for West Columbia in 2024
West Columbia is changing rapidly thanks to new businesses, new housing developments, and an influx of money from the American Rescue Plan.
December 20, 2023
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Sports
Gamecocks unveil challenging 2024 football schedule
October brings matchups against Ole Miss, Alabama, and Oklahoma marking one of the most challenging stretches of games in all of college football.
December 14, 2023
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History
A look at some of Columbia’s historic steeples
Columbia’s steeples offer a sense of place as you look at the skyline or when you need to figure out what block you’re on. Even more, these churches hold Columbia’s history in their walls.
December 8, 2023
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Real Estate
Be the broker: What would you like to see at Capitol Shopping Center
What would you like to see come to the shopping center across the street from the Meeting Street Artisan Market, D’s Wings, and Savage Craft Brewery?
December 4, 2023
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City
Celebrate Arbor Day in the Midlands
Arbor Day in SC celebrates with tree plantings and the Columbia Canopy Project, honoring history and planting for future generations.
November 30, 2023
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City
Columbia neighborhoods written in the stars
Your home, your favorite coffee shop, and your daily commute aren’t just written in the skyline — they may be written in the stars.
November 28, 2023
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Events
Winter concerts in the Midlands
Check out these 17 concerts coming to Columbia, SC in Winter of 2023 and into the new year.
November 21, 2023
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Real Estate
Townhomes for sale around Columbia
Five townhomes in Columbia showcase the trend towards low-maintenance, urban living in walkable communities, blending modern amenities with unique designs.
November 20, 2023
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10 holiday markets around the Midlands
Explore 10 festive holiday markets in the Midlands: unique gifts, local crafts, festive foods, and seasonal cheer await.
November 16, 2023
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Food
Where to get your local pecans
Local pecan harvest: fresh, shell-ready nuts for iconic Thanksgiving pies from historic Columbia recipes.
November 16, 2023
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Outdoors
Historic relics found in Congaree River cleanup
Dominion Energy’s Congaree River cleanup unearthed Civil War relics, including a Confederate saber and various-sized cannonballs.
November 14, 2023
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Arts
Weaving stories and art into Columbia’s topiary landscape
Mike Gibson, a topiary artist in Columbia, transforms landscapes into living stories with his unique ‘illusion topiary’ style.
November 14, 2023
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City
Autumn in the Soda City from your lens
Have a peep at these fall photo submissions from around Columbia, SC.
November 10, 2023
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Education
USC School of Law has a new name
The USC Law School has been officially renamed in honor of Joe Rice, with a $30 million donation supporting scholarships and establishing an advocacy endowment.
November 10, 2023
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Two new property developments
Property at BullStreet and on Gervais Street is seeing progress lately for a future new construction.
November 8, 2023
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Food
Where to dine-in or carry-out Thanksgiving dinner
November 8, 2023
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City
Your guide to 2023 Midlands municipal elections
Richland and Lexington County voters head to the polls on Tuesday, Nov. 7 to vote for a variety of local races including school board, city council, and mayoral races.
November 6, 2023
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Doubling the size of Congaree Creek Heritage Preserve
SCDNR Expands Congaree Creek Preserve to 1,286 Acres, Offering Diverse Recreation and Education in the Midlands.
November 6, 2023
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David Stringer
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History
Columbia’s century-old downtown clocks
Daylights Saving Time is this weekend, so in the spirit of ole Father Time, we’re looking at two of Columbia’s iconic Main Street clocks.
November 2, 2023
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Sports
Gear up for the 2023-24 Gamecock Season
The Gamecock Men’s and Women’s basketball programs look to bring excitement back to Colonial Life Arena again this year, each having a talented roster of players ready to compete.
October 31, 2023
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Food
A Taste of Trinidad in the Midlands
Trini Lime Caribbean Cafe is the Midlands first Trinidadian restaurant opening in Cayce’s arts district, across the street from Piecewise Coffee.
October 31, 2023
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Development
300 new apartments coming to Earlewood area
A plan is in place to construct 300 market-rate apartments and a 520-space garage at the corner of River Drive and Sunset Boulevard.
October 25, 2023
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Real Estate
Hot Homes: 4 Columbia new to market homes
From an artistic Bauhaus design to a renovated brick ranch home with a pool, here are four hot homes for sale in Columbia, SC.
October 23, 2023
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Learn to fly with confidence at CAE
“Wings for All” aims to relieve first-time flyer stress for those with autism and other intellectual and developmental disabilities.
October 23, 2023
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Travel and Outdoors
Get lost in aMAIZEment with these Reba-themed corn mazes in SC
To celebrate her upcoming lifestyle book “Not That Fancy: Simple Lessons on Living, Loving, Eating, and Dusting Off Your Boots,” Reba McEntire is partnering with 40 farms across the country as they host Reba-themed corn mazes.
October 16, 2023
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Culture
Who belongs on Columbia’s Mt. Rushmore?
Help us choose the four who would be on Columbia’s Mt. Rushmore.
October 13, 2023
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Culture
A kid’s perfect day in Columbia
From breakfast to dinner — we’ve rounded up a day full of kid-friendly activities for the whole family to enjoy.
October 9, 2023
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Live
New and coming-soon restaurants in Columbia
Dining in the Soda City is always a fresh experience with new restaurants popping up all the time — and more on the way.
October 5, 2023
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Fall photography contest in Columbia, SC
From blazing leaves to fall fests, we want to see autumn in Cola through your lens.
October 5, 2023
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City
South Caroliniana Library reopens after renovation
The USC’s South Caroliniana Library, the nation’s oldest freestanding academic library, is set to reopen following a $10 million, four-year renovation. This Columbia landmark, dating back to 1840, serves as a space for SC’s history, with collections ranging from the Colonial Era to the present.
October 3, 2023
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