Tag: local
Iconic grocery store shutting its doors after more than 50 years
The Piggly Wiggly on Devine Street soon will be serving its last customers, bringing an end to a more than 50-year run.
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Columbia nonprofits join forces for international engagement
The Columbia World Affairs Council and the Columbia Council for Internationals have merged to strengthen global connections.
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Gather Cola: New food hall and outdoor space coming to Columbia
The site will offer a dynamic food hall with bars and outdoor space.
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Mobile food market partners with Columbia organizations, expands reach
The market sells fresh produce and goods six days a week at various sites.
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SC’s 3rd-party candidates hope to gain traction, affect policies
During a contentious election year, third-party candidates are working to make headway in a bipartisan system.
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SC Horror Convention promises frights and family-friendly fun
Last year’s S.C. Horror Convention was so successful, organizers are bringing it back for a “sequel.”
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Harriet Hancock Center gala to celebrate 30 years, fundraise for LGBTQ community
COVID made organizers realize the center needs consistent funding. The gala is designed to help, they said.
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Local favorite Enzo’s Spuntino reopens at Mills apartments location
Enzo’s Spuntino, a popular New York-style delicatessen, reopened its location in the Olympia Mills apartments April 1.
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Cayce mayor wins fifth term. Longtime incumbent councilman forced into runoff
Newcomer Byron Thomas pushed Skip Jenkins into a runoff by about 5 votes.
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USC location helps Columbia organizer meet vintage demand
Students and sellers lined Greene Street for the most recent thrift market at USC. (with a photo gallery)
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Bikes sit abandoned after share program shut down in spring
There is still no future in sight for Columbia’s bikes. Bikes at 18 downtown stations sit unused.
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Richland Two students working to make toys accessible for disabled children
Some children have motor trouble that makes it difficult to play with toys. A local high school is changing that.
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