Christine Bartruff | Carolina News and Reporter

Local organizations seeking solutions to Columbia’s affordable housing crisis

By Nicholas Sullivan and Christine Bartruff | Dec 6, 2021

Columbia has 1,684 affordable units, about half the number available in 1998. Here’s how local organizations are working to improve the housing shortage.

Former Allen Benedict residents still feel effects of Columbia’s negligence

By Nicholas Sullivan and Christine Bartruff | Nov 22, 2021

Three years after a fatal gas leak forced them from their homes, former Allen Benedict Court residents say they are still looking for safe and permanent housing options.

South Carolina coaching staff completed, spending over $7 million annually

By Christine Bartruff | Feb 22, 2021

With the finalization of Montario Hardesty’s coaching contract, South Carolina has rounded out its 2021 coaching staff.

Carolina theatres struggle with lost revenue, smaller in-person performances

By Christine Bartruff and Daniella Ramirez | Feb 12, 2021

Theatres in both Columbia and Charlotte are struggling with the pandemic and the question of when to return to in-person performances.

Columbia brewing industry grows amid relaxed regulations

By Christine Bartruff and Anizia Fulmore | Feb 5, 2021

The Columbia craft brewing industry has grown alongside regulation changes, although the South Carolina industry is still small compared to neighboring states.