Icon of Columbia bar scene closes after more than 40 years
The Rosewood bar and restaurant closed earlier than expected after word got out and caused a run on supplies …
Planners unveil musical acts for St. Pat’s in Five Points
One of the largest St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in the Southeast has lined up an ambitious …
South Carolina Restaurant Week is here — pick your spot
Over 60 restaurants from across the region are signed on for the event. Several restaurants are also offering brunch options.
Biergarten, pickleball courts coming to Columbia along Saluda River
The facility will be the only food and drink establishment on the same side of the Interstate 126 exit as the Riverbanks Zoo and Garden.
Food Truck Fridays returns to downtown Columbia
Food Truck Fridays aim to support and boost local businesses, celebrate diverse cuisines and foster connections over great food
South Carolina Agriculture Department to take over some food safety responsibilities
Long the purview of DHEC, the responsibility for some of South Carolina’s food safety programs will shift from the health department to the state Department of Agriculture at the start of the new fiscal year …
Funding approved for Riverbanks Zoo expansion in Columbia
Phase Two of Bridge to the Wild is a transformational expansion of the Zoo and Garden featuring a primate forest and restaurant along the banks of the Saluda River, and a nature preserve.
Pioneering Columbia craft brewery closing after a decade in business
One of Columbia’s pioneering craft breweries is closing its doors after a decade in business. Owners announced on Facebook that they will close the brewery near Williams Brice Stadium effective Dec. 30.
McCormick County 250 Project
We will soon commemorate the 250th Anniversary of America!! What an exciting time! South Carolina played a tremendous role in the American Revolution. As part of a larger South Carolina State 250 Project, the McCormick County 250 Project (MC250) will highlight Revolutionary War era events, people and places in McCormick County. [...]
National chicken wing chain to open 6 Columbia locations
Founded in 1993, the brand has 31 locations in North America, with plans to grow to 200 profitable restaurants by 2025.
How Lake Murray in Columbia evolved from energy source to tourism hotspot
Lake Murray, originally created to generate electricity, evolves into tourism destination as a magnet for thousands of South Carolina residents.
Columbia Main Street District marks growth, looks ahead
Leaders acknowledged the need to look beyond Main Street at surrounding areas like Sumter Street, Assembly Street and side streets for development and placemaking.