Tag: Five Points
Shifts, culture changes and safety: What’s next for Five Points?
In recent years, Five Points has become the subject of media scrutiny due to concerns of underage drinking and overcrowded bars. But does Five Points deserve its bad reputation?
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Five Points is changing. Here’s what the future might hold
New development and recent bar closures suggest changes are coming for the popular Five Points neighborhood and entertainment district.
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Columbia celebrates a St. Patrick’s Day unlike any other
After the St. Pat’s in Five Points festival was cancelled for a second straight year, residents look for new ways to celebrate the holiday.
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Bike sales increase during pandemic leads to shortage
The pandemic has caused a spike in bicycle sales, only to lead to a shortage of bikes and parts in the cycling industry.
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Dail Dinwiddie: 28 years of questions
Twenty-eight-years after the disappearance of Dail Dinwiddie, Columbia Police Department still seek answers.
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‘Last call’ ordinance creates new normal for Five Points
Bars in Five Points adjust to the City of Columbia ordinance and find ways to stay open during the pandemic.
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Five Points nightlife seen in a new light
USC students are taking more precautions when going back out to enjoy the nightlife of Five Points.
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Lawmakers hope to avert another tragedy with rideshare legislation
New legislation will require rideshare drivers to have illuminated lights in their cars but some think it’s not enough.
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“Senseless” Five Points slaying unnerves students
On March 29th Samantha Josephson was murdered in the 5 points entertainment district in Columbia, SC. Hear what some Columbia residence had to say in the wake of the killing.
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Five Points safety called into question after weekend slaying
Hundreds of students and community members attended the vigil for slain USC student Samantha...
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Ride sharing safety in focus after Five Points fatal abduction
The death of slain USC student Samantha Josephson serves as a shocking reminder to ride share users to always verify the vehicle’s driver.
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A Five Points gallery shutters, but artful lessons remain
An art gallery owner sees the bare walls of her Saluda Avenue gallery for the first time in 22 years.
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