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Plans underway to make Columbia more walkable, bikeable
The city wrapped up a volunteer-based pedestrian and cyclist counting effort Sept. 24 to learn more about what needs to change to make Columbia more walkable and bikeable.
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Minor leaguer Gavin Cross adjusting to life in Columbia
Columbia Fireflies outfielder Gavin Cross steps out of batter’s box in first inning. Photos...
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Some Midlands’ fire departments prepare for increase in electric vehicle fires
An electric vehicle charging on Harrison Blvd. Photo by Holly Poag As electric vehicles become...
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Black students face significant debt despite loan forgiveness plan
A student studies on campus at USC. Photo by: Shakeem Jones President Biden’s announcement...
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Columbia city council working to restrict new vape shops
A mural in the heart of Five Points showing the diversity of the community. Photo by Paxton...
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‘Quiet quitting’ keeps Columbia workers, managers on edge
Vincent Dandridge stands behind the counter at Scoopy Doo Gelato, where he once had to work 22...
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Homeless issues arise again as funding to redevelop Finlay Park solidifies
A photo of the fountain in Finlay Park that has not worked for years. The city is in the process...
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Saint Patrick’s Day Festival returns to Five Points
After a two-year hiatus, thousands are expected Saturday in Columbia’s Five Points for the St. Pat’s in Five Points festival.
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Two mayoral candidates head to runoff
Photo by Destiny Stewart This story was updated on Nov. 3, 2021. Voters across Columbia went to...
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With open hearts, open minds and open doors, downtown church shows LGBTQ acceptance
In the South where LGBTQ+ people are often rejected from religion, one church sets itself apart with acceptance.
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South Carolina prepares for potential rise in tourism
As COVID-19 cases decrease in South Carolina, many venues are hopeful that tourism will begin to pick up.
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Pleading letters, cash offers and record competition for Columbia houses
Competition in the housing market is quickly rising in Columbia as potential homebuyers struggle to set their offers apart in order to win bidding wars.
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