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New Cayce councilwomen offer city chance for reset

by Luna Hiott | Nov 17, 2025

Cayce residents elected two new councilwomen Nov. 4, potentially bringing an end to the tension on the council.

Small Business Outreach Forum brings together contractors, city officials

by Miles Shea | Nov 5, 2025

Small business owners and city employees come together to network and discuss the city’s development plans.

Gather Cola: New food hall and outdoor space coming to Columbia

by Calleen Soper | Feb 14, 2025

The site will offer a dynamic food hall with bars and outdoor space.

EXCLUSIVE: Donald Trump is coming to Columbia next weekend, mayor, sheriff confirm

by Kate Robins | Nov 16, 2023

Former President Donald Trump is coming to town the weekend of the Carolina-Clemson game, Columbia Mayor Daniel Rickenmann told the Carolina News and Reporter.

Cayce mayor wins fifth term. Longtime incumbent councilman forced into runoff

by Win Hammond | Nov 7, 2023

Newcomer Byron Thomas pushed Skip Jenkins into a runoff by about 5 votes.

Tem Miles re-elected mayor of West Columbia

by Claire Carter | Nov 7, 2023

Tem Miles and each of the incumbent candidates won in West Columbia’s elections Tuesday.

Sistercare Saturday makes a splash

by Caroline Evans | Sep 19, 2023

Sistercare relies on fundraisers, donations and sponsors to provide care to victims of domestic violence. The city of Columbia helped on Saturday.

Benedict College students march for ‘No more silence,’ end to gun violence

by Raymond Escoto | Mar 17, 2023

Benedict College students walked the streets of Columbia to raise awareness against gun violence. They were joined by law enforcement officials, gun control advocates and Mayor Daniel Rickenmann.