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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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BEATS Barre Studio coming to The Vista

The new BEATS Barre Studio in The Vista offers a spot for to get fit while you’re listening sweating with the music.

September 15, 2023

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Events

Celebrate 120 years of the Columbia Chamber of Commerce

The Columbia Chamber of Commerce is hosting its 120th annual gala event on Thursday, Oct. 5 on the diamond of Segra Park.

September 15, 2023

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South Carolina Philharmonic kicks off 59th season with The Rose of Sonora

The South Carolina Philharmonic is set to kick off its 59th season with a performance of “The Rose of Sonora” on Saturday, Oct. 7, at 7:30 p.m. at the Koger Center for the Arts.

September 11, 2023

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Williams Brice

Here’s what’s new at Williams Brice in 2023

Gamecocks fans will experience new pre-game ceremonies, tech upgrades, renovated facilities, and sustainability initiatives at Williams Brice Stadium in 2023.

September 7, 2023

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City

Level Fitness coming to Brentwood Park

Level Fitness will be the first business to move into the new commerical space at Brentwood Park, near A.C. Flora High School in Forest Acres.

September 5, 2023

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What’s new at First Thursday

Downtown Columbia’s First Thursday event returns, marking the close of summer. Main Street will be buzzing with a new business launch, vibrant art at the Arcade Mall, and live tunes in Boyd Plaza.

September 5, 2023

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Healthcare

Lexington Medical Center Acquires Multi-Tenant Office Building for Redevelopment

Lexington Medical Center is building a 20,000-sqft medical center off Forest Drive near the intersection of Trenholm Road.

August 30, 2023

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Culture

Toro y Moi’s “Sandhills” EP: A Journey Back to Columbia Roots

Columbia native Chaz Bear, AKA Toro y Moi, released a new EP titled “Sandhills” along with a new film directed by Steve Daniels and produced by Katherine Perry. The film showcases many of Columbia’s most iconic landmarks.

August 28, 2023

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Retail

Wingard’s Market named Small Business of the Year

Wingard’s Market was named Small Business of the Year by the Lexington County chamber of commerce for the work they do selling local products and giving back to the community.

August 28, 2023

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Development

New Brookland Tavern’s building goes for sale

New Brookland Tavern has been located at 122 State St. in West Columbia since 1976, changing ownership several times. The venue is currently hoping to purchase the building or find a new spot in town.

August 22, 2023

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Congaree National Park generates millions of dollars for local economy

For the second year straight, Congaree National Park in the Columbia metropolitan area attracked over 200,000 visitors.

August 22, 2023

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Education

USC’s Campus Village: Part of the No. 1 First Year Experience

USC cut the ribbon on its new Campus Village, an 1,800 capacity community on the south end of campus. Classes being on Thursday, August 24 for the new school year.

August 18, 2023

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Culture

Fort Jackson Golf Club is now open to the public

Check out all the details of this club heralded as “the finest golf operation the military has to offer.”

August 17, 2023

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Giant Staghorn Fern on the move

Moe’s been drawing in visitors for years at B.B. Barns Garden Center. Now the Staghorn Fern will make its new home at Historic Columbia’s greenhouse.

August 16, 2023

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Travel and Outdoors

Goat Daddy’s Farm: a viral sensation in our backyard

Goat Daddy’s Farm in Elgin, just outside of Columbia, opens its doors to visit it’s array of rescue animals and dairy goats. Plus, you can pick up some cheese and raw goats milk for the road.

August 16, 2023

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Travel and Outdoors

Phase 1 complete in Congaree River Cleanup

Crews are working to remove tar like material and clean up the Congaree River, and the first phase is now complete. Keep an eye out for phase II coming soon.

August 14, 2023

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All about that ColaJazz Fest

The 2023 festival features opening night performances at The SC State Museum, followed by the Main Street on the 1700 Block portion of the festival on Sunday.

August 10, 2023

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Sports

Gamecocks Women’s Soccer aim to bury competition

The Gamecocks look to capitalize on the team’s success from last season where they won the SEC Tournament and reached the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament.

August 8, 2023

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Events

Soda City Comic Con is on the rise

Soda City Comic Con is on the rise, bringing in over 8,500 people last year to the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center in the Vista.

August 8, 2023

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Gamecocks Football pick five star commitment

Dylan Stewart committed to the Gamecocks over Ohio State, making him one of the top recruits in the history of the program.

August 2, 2023

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City

Richland County unveils new Penny Tax website

Richland County launched a new website to keep you updated on the Penny Tax that goes towards a variety of projects in the Midlands.

August 2, 2023

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Southern Livings top 20 things to do in Cola

Southern Living magazine created a guide of 20 things to do in Columbia.

July 31, 2023

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Travel and Outdoors

A refreshing road trip to Healing Springs

Natural springs in the Midlands of South Carolina are rare, making Healing Springs, also known as God’s Acre Healing Springs, a unique destination.

July 31, 2023

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Small Business

Wedding venues in Columbia

If you’re hearing wedding bells, take a look at one of these local event venues.

July 27, 2023

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History

Progress report on the historic Bull Street cupola

The new cupola will be placed back atop the historic Babcock building in early August, nearly three years after a fire burned the structure down.

July 25, 2023

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Gamecocks at SEC Media Days

The Gamecocks are picked to finish third in the SEC East this year.

July 21, 2023

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Upcoming collaboration dinners in the Soda City

Collaboration dinners have become a crowd favorite in Columbia, with many of them selling out.

July 21, 2023

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How to avoid that barnacle bill

Don’t miss out on this opportunity if you have unpaid tickets. The city is currently testing a “barnacle” system that will be attached on windshields of people who have 3 or more citations older than 30 days and are valued over $100.

July 20, 2023

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Events

Double feature, double cheers

Smoked toasts to the Barbie and Oppenheimer premiere with a coupkle of signature cocktails.

July 19, 2023

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Midlands Connect Project update

The Midlands Connect Project is updating a 16 mile stretch of interstate outside of Columbia, SC.

July 11, 2023

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