Tag: Five Points
South Carolina restaurant inspections undergo changes
South Carolina restaurants face tougher, more frequent inspections after a state agency shift.
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Harden Street house rezoned after months-long dispute
Neighbors worried the buyer would tear down the 100-year-old home to build apartments.
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Going Bananas: Columbia’s Five Points gets peel of excitement at bar crawl
Banana suits took over Columbia for a hilariously wild night!
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Midlands retailers tackle rising shoplifting rates
Rates are on the rise. What can a business do?
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Five Points’ new theater a space for horror flicks, local and indie filmmakers
There’s a new theater in town ready to play everyone’s favorite indie and local films.
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Flooding still a concern in Five Points as flood mitigation projects are delayed
The city has multiple flood-abatement projects planned along Rocky Branch, which runs through much of downtown.
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Celebrate puppy love at Pups and Pints
The dog adoption event offers a relaxed atmosphere where visitors can meet pups while enjoying a cold beer or cocktail.
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Bluetile skateboard shop’s Pump Track Death Race bolsters Columbia skating community
The races and afterparty foster a sense of community, skaters say.
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South Carolina bands fundraise for family in Gaza
Some rock musicians performing Saturday said they see an obligation to use their music as a vehicle for activism.
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From the Vista to Five Points: Local artist unveils Fritz the Robot
A new robot head sculpture in Five Points is local artist Clark Ellefson’s latest contribution to Columbia’s art culture.
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Stand-up comedy comes to New Brookland Tavern
The Five Points club is now hosting a weekly comedy open mic – downtown Columbia’s third regular all-comers comedy event.
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Columbia music festivals look to become greener
St. Pat’s in Five Points is one of the most iconic Columbia events. Here’s how the festival cleans up after itself and how events like it can limit waste.
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