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A new coffee shop opened Monday at the Columbia Metropolitan Airport. Red Eye Express Coffee, owned and operated by Tim Smaha, Adam Heirs, Lisa Matthews and Stan Matthews, will be open Monday through Friday beginning at 4:30 a.m. and on Saturday and Sunday beginning at 5 a.m., according to a CMA news release. “We’re excited to have Red Eye Express…
Lexington Chick-fil-A Facebook photo. Lexington residents have been waiting for the return of the Chick-fil-A on Sunset Boulevard since it closed October 6. Now, after more than five months – the wait is finally almost over. Officials prepared customers for the closure in September: “It is with a mixture of great excitement and a little sadness that we announce that…
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Attendees at Blythewood Chamber meeting. Jeanne Reynolds photos. Innovation is really nothing new. That was one of the messages delivered by Laura Corder, director of the Office of Innovation with the South Carolina Department of Commerce. She spoke to the crowd at the Blythewood Chamber of Commerce monthly breakfast meeting Tuesday, held at Doko Manor. “There’s nothing new about developing…
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wild-crab-2 Show Caption Hide Caption wild-crab-3 Show Caption Hide Caption wild-crab-4 Show Caption Hide Caption wild-crab-1 Show Caption Hide Caption Photos used with permission and obtained from Wild Crab’s Google uploads. The newest seafood restaurant in Harbison should be opening its doors to curious customers this weekend. Wild Crab Seafood, located at 275 Park Terrace Dr. Suite 200, will specialize…
Checkers-food Show Caption Hide Caption Checkers_Prototype_DriveThru_28 Show Caption Hide Caption Checkers_Prototype_Night_Front_08 Show Caption Hide Caption Photos provided. Officials from Checkers & Rally’s, a nationally known drive-thru restaurant, have announced the franchise will be opening multiple locations in the Columbia area. According to Director of Franchise Development Robert Bhagwandat, the organization is interested in utilizing space in some of the Midlands’…
Planet-Fitness-interior Photo provided. Show Caption Hide Caption Planet-Fitness-exterior Photo provided. Show Caption Hide Caption New-Planet-Fitness-site Show Caption Hide Caption Planet-Fitness-sign Show Caption Hide Caption Jeanne Reynolds photos. The Midlands’ newest Planet Fitness location will open in May at the intersection of Clemson and Hardscrabble roads. The 23,000-sq-ft. gym is under construction in The Crossings shopping center at the location formerly…
The Greater Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center honored local businesses and professionals at its annual Chamber Awards Luncheon Tuesday afternoon at Lexington Church of Christ. The ceremony allows members to nominate fellow members to be recognized for outstanding leadership within the community. Attendees also celebrated the Chamber’s 60th “birthday” at the event. (left to right) GLCVC Board Chair Troy Simpson,…
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Grand opening of the first Lexington 7-Eleven in December. Karamie Sullivan photo. 7-Eleven representatives are inviting Lexington community members to sip, snack, and join the fun at the convenience store’s grand opening Thursday from 2 to 6 p.m. This is the third 7-Eleven, partnering with Applegreen USA, that has opened in the area since December. There will be one more…
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Photo from Riverbanks Zoo website. Riverbanks Zoo representatives announced the names of the two newest lion cubs Monday morning on their Facebook page. They were born in October to mother Lindelani, and father, Zuri. According to the announcement, the cubs have been named Cleopatra, and Suki: “These sisters have already begun to live up to their names. Cleopatra, means father’s…
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Brent Johnson (right) was announced as the Shamrock Parade’s Grand Marshal at a Wednesday luncheon. Photos provided by Lexington County Blowfish. The Lexington County Blowfish hosted a “Shamrock luncheon” Wednesday to announce several additions to the organization’s Shamrock Parade and Festival. The event will be held March 9 from noon until 5 p.m., with the parade at 2 p.m. The…
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The soon-to-be S&S Destination. Karamie Sullivan photos. Chapin residents may have noticed recent changes to the small structure on the corner of Chapin Road and Old Lexington Highway. The brick building has remained unused since it was Trucky’s Wheels years ago, but recent renovations have been taking place. Local resident Jaime Bohnke purchased the building six years ago, and said…
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The Congaree Vista Guild is hosting Vista After Five, a free concert series in partnership with Tin Roof and The Senate. Shows will be outdoors at Tin Roof and The Senate at 1022 Senate Street.
Vista After Five is free admission, and a bar will be available for attendees age 21 and up. The party begins at 5:30 p.m. and bands take the stage at 6!
Adapted for the stage by Simon Levy
Directed by Chad Henderson
APRIL 5 – 27, 2019
Trustus is going back to the Jazz Age as F. Scott Fitzgerald’s classic novel “The Great Gatsby” comes to life on the Main Stage. Nick Carraway, a newcomer to Long Island, moves into a cottage next to the brilliant mansion of self-made millionaire Jay Gatsby. After witnessing many late-night parties at his mysterious neighbor’s house, Nick is finally invited to attend one of these legendary all-night celebrations where decadence is in great supply. When Gatsby begins a passionate pursuit of Daisy Buchanan, Nick is drawn into their world of obsession, greed and danger. Live music from Mark Rapp and Cola Jazz, jazz-age dance, and imaginative theatre collide in this production that will be the talk of the town. We suggest a bottle of bubbly when you attend.
In today’s world of manufactured music, Tokyo Joe stands out from the crowd. Though most of the music is of the rock genre, lead vocalist and founder Greg Bickley credit musicians like Billy Joel and Elton John as early influences. Indeed, that inspiration is evident in Bickley’s sultry vocals each time he picks up the mic. Also the band’s songwriter, guitarist, and pianist, Bickley was voted “Best Male Vocalist,” adding to an ever-growing list of band awards that include “Best Rock/Pop Band”, “Best CD Release” and “Best Band” in Savannah, GA, Columbia, SC, Hilton Head, SC and Beaufort, SC.
This event is free to the public!
(BPAC) is excited to host our third Open Streets Columbia on Main Street. This event will extend the Soda City footprint for a celebration of sustainable transportation, physical fitness and wellness, civic pride, and living streets – just in time for Earth Day, too! Join us and see how we transform our city blocks into a car-free space to enjoy family-friendly activity and community.
Stay tuned for updates and check out our website at openstreetscolumbia.com!
Calling the Southeast’s mightiest superheroes! Join us on April 20, 2019, for Jacoby’s Shield Second Annual Superhero 5K Run/Walk & Family Stroll. Jacoby’s Shield is a volunteer non-profit healing organization for bereaved parents and siblings. Jacoby’s Shield accomplishes its healing mission through hosting Camp SHIELD family bereavement retreats. Camp SHIELD combines traditional fun camp activities with grief education and emotional support, facilitated by grief professionals and trained volunteers. The money being raised will help fund Camp SHIELD and grief support groups. Camp SHIELD will be held September 20-22, 2019, at Camp Kinard in Batesburg-Leesville, SC.
The City of Columbia Bike and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) is excited to host our third Open Streets Columbia on Main Street. This event will extend the Soda City footprint for a celebration of sustainable transportation, physical fitness and wellness, civic pride, and living streets – just in time for Earth Day, too! Join us and see how we transform our city blocks into a car-free space to enjoy family-friendly activity and community.
Come join us for our annual Peep-A-Palooza! This free, family event is one that you don’t want to miss!! There are games and competitions, we are sure you have never seen before! We have Peep Races, Peep Eating, Peep Big Wheel Race, and more!! After all the games, we have our Easter Egg Hunt for everyone, even the adults!!
Join us for an Easter celebration! Kids, bring your own basket for our Easter Egg Hunt with prizes and other fun. Lunch and Easter Bunny photos 12-1:00pm
McKissick Museum is proud to announce that it will be hosting an exciting event, Thomas Chandler – A Panel Discussion, on Saturday, April 20th from 3:00pm to 5:00pm. Join us as this panel explores a range of topics including recent archaeological research, clay analysis, and the impact of Chandler on the Edgefield pottery story. This event will be sure to delight pottery and history enthusiasts of all levels. This panel will include scholars and artisans like John A. Burrison, David Stuempfle, Philip Wingard, Robert Hunter and Carl Steen. We’re particularly excited about the presentation of groundbreaking research from Lindsay Bloch, who has been conducting elemental analyses of Edgefield pottery sherds. This event is free and open to the public. Attendees can reserve their free tickets via Eventbrite (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/thomas-chandler-a-panel-discussion-tickets-59589360381) or give us a call at 803-777-7251.
April 20th – 3:00 to 5:00pm – McKissick Museum – Free & Open to the Public
McKissick Museum hosts a panel of scholars, collectors, and museum professionals for an afternoon of presentations and lively discussion. A range of topics will be explored, including recent archaeological research, clay analysis, and the impact of Chandler on the Edgefield pottery story.
