Flying Biscuit Café opening in Five Points

  January 27, 2022

The Flying Biscuit Café will fly into Columbia this spring, as the award-winning restaurant known for offering breakfast all day is set to open a location in Five Points. The…

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Experience Columbia SC debuts 2022 ambassadors

  January 21, 2022

Experience Columbia SC announced the new group of ambassadors for 2022 yesterday in conjunction with the launch of this year’s Columbia SC Insider’s Guide publication. The Columbia SC ambassador program,…

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The Richland County Recreation Commission (RCRC) and the Richland County Sheriff’s Department announce the Gang Awareness Hoop Fest

  January 19, 2022

The Richland County Recreation Commission (RCRC) and the Richland County Sheriff’s Department announce the Gang Awareness Hoop Fest starting January 22 at 4 pm at Eastover Park. This free event,…

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Experience Columbia SC wins Best in Business Awards

  December 14, 2021

Experience Columbia SC (ECSC), the destination marketing organization for the Columbia region, has won three first place South Carolina Best in Business 2021 Awards. ECSC earned Best Hospitality Business and…

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Richland County Recreation Commission holds press event to announce updates and court dedications for the Richland County Tennis Center

  December 8, 2021

The Richland County Recreation Commission (RCRC) will hold a press conference to provide a project update and special dedications for the Richland County Tennis Center on December 14, 2021, at 11:00 AM. The…

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Experience Columbia SC announces new sales managers

  December 8, 2021

Experience Columbia SC (ECSC) announces the hiring of Beth Shaffer and Danna Lilly as sales managers. They will be responsible for selling the region as a premier destination for meetings…

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City Center Partnership Annual Meeting 2021

  November 9, 2021

City Center Partnership Recap of 2021 from Matt Kennell, president and CEO of City Center Partnership: City Center Partnership is grateful for long-term support and revitalization of the Main Street…

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City of Columbia’ Newest Parklet!

  October 20, 2021

The City of Columbia is celebrating the addition of our newest public parklet, an outdoor space placed in a parking space with public seating for all to use! The addition…

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Fishing is HOT on Lake Murray

  October 12, 2021

The Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board welcomes two fishing tournaments this month to Lake Murray. The Carolinas Bass Challenge Classic and Major League Fishing’s Phoenix Bass Fishing League…

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How to Make the Most of this Year’s South Carolina State Fair

  October 6, 2021

The 152nd South Carolina State Fair returns Oct. 13-24, 2021, with a full lineup of traditional favorites and a variety of new rides, foods, entertainment and the return of the…

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Famously Hot New Year opts to be famously safe

  October 6, 2021

For a decade, Famously Hot New Year — a nonprofit organization since 2016 — has brought visitors, residents, businesses, and community and civic leaders from diverse backgrounds together for South…

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Greater CWC Chamber & Visitors Program has impressive lineup for monthly breakfast

  August 18, 2021

The Greater CWC Chamber & Visitors Program continues to love local with its August partners breakfast by showcasing a talented group of dynamic community-focused individuals, businesses and programs. The breakfast…

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Colliers Report: South Carolina hotels prove stability

  August 18, 2021

Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Market Highlights Leisure and transient travelers helped boost South Carolina hotel activity and bolster the hotel market beyond expected recovery numbers. High-volume activity…

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Panera Bread locations in South Carolina to host hiring event Aug 5th

  August 3, 2021

 JUST WALK IN! HIRING ALL SHIFTS / ALL POSITIONS! Company is hiring Restaurant Managers, Overnight Bakers, Catering Coordinators and Hourly Associates. Apply in person and get a FREE bakery treat and…

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Slaughter earns Accreditation in Public Relations

  July 27, 2021

Charlene D. Slaughter, director of communications with Experience Columbia SC (ECSC), has successfully earned the Accreditation in Public Relations, entitling her to use the APR professional designation. The announcement was…

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Big Bass Tour returns to Columbia and Lake Murray in April 2022

  July 22, 2021

Big Bass Tour officials announced the 2022 Bass Tour schedule yesterday at ICAST in Orlanda, Florida.  Miriam Atria, President/CEO of the Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Office, was at…

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Wingard’s Market makes cover of nationwide industry magazine

  July 14, 2021

Wingard’s Market, the Midlands premier full-service garden and plant center, is featured on the July cover of Green Profit Magazine. Green Profit is a national industry magazine that brings timely,…

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Fireworks with the Phil – July 3

  June 29, 2021

The SC Philharmonic and the Columbia Fireflies are partnering to bring the Midlands a full orchestral patriotic concert with a fireworks finale to Segra Park on Saturday, July 3 at…

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Central S.C. Realtors donate fans for elderly and others during luncheon

  June 6, 2021

Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott addresses attendees By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The Central Carolina Realtors Association (CCRA) presented more than 200 box fans to the Richland County Sheriff’s Dept.…

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ESPN2 Spikeball segment to film in Columbia SC

  June 1, 2021

Experience Columbia SC Sports announced the Spikeball Summer Series Coed Invitational in Columbia this weekend. The tournament is being filmed by ESPN2 for a special segment set to air in…

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Colliers Report: 2021 expected to surpass 2020 demand

  May 13, 2021

2021 Q1 Hotel South Carolina Report Key Takeaways: Vaccine distribution will likely normalize travel this year and boost hotel activity South Carolina hotel submarkets are recovering with anticipated increased activity…

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Celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week with Experience Columbia SC

  April 30, 2021

In recognition of U.S. Travel Association’s National Travel and Tourism Week, the annual event championing the important role travel and tourism play in local communities and economies, Experience Columbia SC…

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Experience Columbia SC launches first history tourism trail

  April 27, 2021

Reconstructed: A Journey Through the Reconstruction Era Trail Offers New Perspective Experience Columbia SC launched the destination’s first history-centered tourism trail. Reconstructed: A Journey Through the Reconstruction Era in Columbia,…

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