Sam Robertson

Samantha Robertson

Content & Platform Strategy Manager

Sam is based in Columbia, SC and previously worked in PR marketing for several local brands and startups in the Soda City before joining COLAtoday as a City Editor in 2021. When she’s not content creating, she loves staying active, brunching around town, rooting for the Gamecocks, and spending time by the rivers.

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Culture
COLAtoday wrapped 2023: Here’s the content you loved the most
Today, we’re diving into our reader’s data to give you your COLAtoday wrapped — sharing with you our reader’s top articles, social posts, and more from this year.
November 29, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
Fall in Columbia, SC
Three local topics you can bring on Thanksgiving that will spur discussion
It’s that time of year when distant and close relatives will gather around the Thanksgiving table + we’re giving you three local topics you can bring up when everyone runs out of small talk topics.
November 21, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
World Food Championships Lake Murray
Lake Murray Country chefs shined at World Food Championships
A few weeks ago, we shared about + introduced the 2023 Lake Murray Country Team competing in the World Food Championships. Today, we are sharing the results.
November 15, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
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City
Columbians dream big for future riverfront development
We asked, and you answered. We wanted you to think big and share with us the dream development you would bring to our rivers if you had the power to do so. See what our readers said.
November 7, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
West Columbia Santa Mailbox
Santa’s Mailbox and 19th Annual Tree Lighting Return to West Columbia
Get ready for the holiday season in West Columbia by writing letters to Mr. Claus and attending the annual Christmas Tree Lighting happening in December.
November 7, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
Sunrise at Columbia Metropolitan Airport
Arts
Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) has opened submissions for its 2024-2025 Art in the Airport program
Calling all artists — the local airport’s initiative aims to offer local artists the opportunity to showcase their work to a broad audience traveling through the airport.
November 3, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
Pumpkin
Culture
How to recycle your pumpkins and help a local farmer
Here’s what you can do with your leftover pumpkins and how they could help out a local farmer in Columbia.
November 1, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
Carving pumpkin
Here’s what to do with your fall pumpkins and leaves
Find out how to dispose of old pumpkins and leaves ahead of the holidays.
November 1, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
Third Eye Man
Culture
Happy Halloween, Soda Citizens — come read a ghost story that was written by you.
We asked, and you answered. Created out of submissions from our readers, we put together a local, fictional ghost story.
October 30, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
Chef team for World Food Championships
Food
The 2023 Lake Murray Country Team will compete in the the World Food Championships
The World Food Championships will take place next month and three local chefs will compete in the multi-day, live event culinary competition for first place and $100,000 in prize money.
October 26, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
Friarsgate skate park
City
Friarsgate Skate Park is coming along and there’s an end in sight
A project born out of an idea for community space, Friarsgate Skate Park, will likely be complete at the end of 2024. We’re recapping the project timeline and providing an update.
October 20, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
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When are you trick or treating this year in Winston-Salem?
Let’s see when ghouls and goblins in Winston-Salem will emerge in search of candy. Answer the survey, and we’ll share the results so you’ll know when to expect trick-or-treaters.
October 12, 2023
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Cambridge Wrege
Dragon room
Food
Participate in Restaurant Week happening around Columbia
Enjoy local meals and deals through Restaurant Week, happening around Columbia from Thursday, Oct. 5 through Sunday, Oct. 15.
October 6, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
Flutter Wing
Business
Explore Hotel Trundle’s Flutter Wing with Historic Columbia
Hotel Trundle, the award-winning boutique hotel in downtown Cola, announced plans to open the Flutter Wing — a new block of rooms located around the corner from the flagship hotel that will overlook Main Street and the Columbia Museum of Art.
October 2, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
State Fair
Events
A South Carolina State Fair preview for Columbia, SC
This year’s SC State Fair will take place Wednesday, Oct. 11, and run through Sunday, Oct. 22.
October 2, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
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Sports
The Bolts are back: What to know about the Lightning 2023-24 season
The preseason has already begun, and have deets on what games to get tickets to, where to park, and more.
September 28, 2023
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Bailey Lefever
New Brookland Tavern
Business
New Brookland Tavern’s building is sold and it’s moving.
Though New Brookland Tavern hasn’t announced it’s location, the long-time local music venue assures locals it will be keeping its name and plans to have its annual New Year cover show event.
September 28, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
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West Columbia is seeing development growth: 6 projects to look forward to
West Columbia is seeing development growth. A new hotel was announced last week and today we’re recapping some of the most recent and biggest development projects happening in and around the area.
September 22, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
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City
Introducing the new “Joe E. Taylor, Jr. Way” sign
The new “Joe E. Taylor, Jr. Way” signage aims to honor the late Joe Taylor, a former councilman of Columbia who passed away at age 64 last December.
September 22, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
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City
What to do in Columbia during USC’s Family Weekend
Get ready to immerse yourself in USC’s vibrant campus life during Family Weekend, and explore the best of Columbia, SC with our pro tips and local insights.
September 20, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
Bitty and Beau's Coffee
Business
Bitty and Beau’s Coffee is officially coming soon to Columbia
Bitty and Beau’s Coffee originally began in Wilmington, NC, and aims to employ those with intellectual and developmental disabilities. It’s now coming to Gervais Street in the Vista.
September 20, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
Dominion energy and the City fo
City
Columbia’s Three Rivers Greenway expansion
With Dominion Energy’s partnership and $24 million in funding, discover how Columbia is expanding its Three Rivers Greenway to create a stunning riverfront path from Richland County to the Lake Murray dam.
September 14, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
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City
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden’s Bridge to the Wild project: Phase 2
The Zoo is seeking funding for Phase Two through a twenty-year general obligation bond, impacting Richland + Lexington counties.
September 12, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
Louie the Cardinal
Sports
A guide to UofL’s 2023 college football season
Football is back — here’s how to stream the games, tailgate like a pro, and cheer on the Cardinals this 2023 college football season.
September 10, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
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Development
New pedestrian bridge planned for West Columbia to provide Saluda River access
This 20-year project to connect locals and visitors to the Saluda River is coming to life thanks to a new pedestrian bridge coming to West Columbia.
September 8, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
Snapdragon Stadium SD
Sports
A guide to the SDSU Aztecs’ 2023 college football season
Football is back — here’s how to stream the games, tailgate like a pro, and cheer on the Aztecs this 2023 college football season.
September 8, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
Portland State QB Dante Chachere had multiple big runs to push the team toward its only touchdown in the season opener against the Oregon Ducks.
Sports
A guide to the 2023 college football season in Oregon
Football is back — here’s how to tailgate like a pro and cheer on the Portland State Vikings, Oregon Ducks, and Oregon State Beavers this 2023 college football season.
September 6, 2023
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Ben McBee
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Small Business
Bookstores to browse around the Soda City
Remember the times you used to simply pursue the city and stumble upon your next great adventure? Come along as we tell a story filled with a roundup of local bookstores to visit when you want to read a new book.
September 6, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
Two Bucs fans in front of a sign that says "#Go Bucs" in red.
Sports
A guide to the Bucs’ 2023 NFL season
Football is back — here’s how to stream the games, tailgate like a pro, and cheer on the Bucs this 2023 NFL season.
September 6, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
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Sports
A guide to the Packers’ 2023 NFL season
Football is back — here’s how to stream the games, tailgate like a pro, and cheer on the Green Bay Packers this 2023 NFL season.
September 5, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
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