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The Columbia VA Health Care System (VAHCS) will host Carolina Honda’s 22nd annual Vet’s Charity Ride at the Wm. Jennings Bryan Dorn VA Medical Center, Dec. 11 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
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'Tis the season' for festive holiday fun as homes across the Midlands shine bright with spectacular Christmas lights. To join in the fun, Cola Daily is accepting submissions for homes decked out and 'glowing' with the holiday spirit to be highlighted as a 'Sights & Lights Home of the Season.'
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Richland Library is getting into the holiday spirit with special programs for the community. Programs cover traditions including carols, food, decorations and gift wrapping. All programs are free and open to the public.
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Registration is now open for West Columbia's Kinetic Derby Day, featuring iMAGINE STEAM Festival.
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The sixth annual Mayor's Prayer Breakfast Wednesday at Lexington County Baseball Stadium featured a former University of South Carolina and a two-time NFL All-Pro.
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Richland One's longest-serving board member Vince Ford passed away on Tuesday. In a written statement, the Richland One Board expressed its condolences.
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The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (The COMET) is hosting a special vaccine event Monday, Dec. 12 to ensure Midlands residents do not miss their shot before the winter holidays.
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West Columbia is continuing to grow with the sale of a 37.87-acre property, which will soon become a mixed-use development. The city’s new $60 million project known as Langley Pointe will feature a combination of Class-A housing and commercial components.
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New local brewery Peak Drift Brewing Company announced the launch of its inaugural line of craft beers and seltzers this week. To celebrate, a series of grand opening events will be happening throughout December.
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The 5th Annual Greater Cayce-West Columbia Chamber Holiday Parade of Lights is set to take place on Saturday. Individuals attending can expect a day packed with festive family fun activities and events.
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A 45-year-old Columbia man was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison Monday after pleading guilty to possession with intent to distribute crack cocaine and fentanyl and possessing a firearm in furtherance of drug trafficking.
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City of Cayce Mayor Elise Partin, was recently awarded the 2022 Presidential Citation Award from The Columbia Chapter of The American Institute of Architects. The award recognizes exceptional service and professional partnership to enhance local community design.
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The Mungo Homes Foundation has announced its second annual Week of Giving taking place Dec. 5 through 9. All nine markets in which Mungo builds will participate in the Week of Giving volunteer opportunities.
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The SC State Fairgrounds are shining bright this holiday season for the 4th annual Carolina Lights. Saturday night marked the start of the seasonal light show presented throughout the month of December, with the addition of several new displays.
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Good weather paired with holiday cheer perfectly set the stage for the massive crowd that flooded downtown Lexington for the town's annual Christmas parade.
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Governor Henry McMaster and First Lady Peggy McMaster invite South Carolinians and their families to join them for a Christmas Open House Monday, Dec. 5, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Governor's Mansion.
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Cayce Police officers responded to a call regarding shots fired in the Love’s Travel Stop parking lot, located at 2015 Bluff Road.
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Christkindl Market brings European holiday spirit to Blythewood. The free-to-enter market will feature over 50 arts and crafts vendors that offer homemade and handmade items on Main Street. There will be shopping, food and entertainment.
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Chief Terrence Green announced road closures and detours for the Town of Lexington Christmas Parade set to take place Sunday, at 3 p.m downtown Lexington.
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It officially began to look a lot like Christmas in Columbia Saturday morning.
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The Town of Lexington celebrated the start of the Christmas season Friday evening with the annual Carolighting Ceremony. Friends and families gathered at the Icehouse Amphitheater to watch as the Christmas tree was turned on for the first time this season.
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Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) is now accepting submissions for the 2023 Art in the Airport program. The initiative showcases the work of four artists across the Midlands region and houses the work in the main terminal.
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Shoppers in the Midlands are attending the Junior League of Columbia’s Holiday Market this weekend, bringing the Christmas spirit for a good cause. The four-day event kicked off Thursday morning and will run through Sunday.
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Many families in the Midlands need a helping hand during the holiday season. Salvation Army and WLTX are teaming up to lift the community through their annual Stuff-a-Bus campaign to collect toys for children.
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The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is offering free testing at most local health departments on Thursday, in observance of World AIDS Day. South Carolinians can be tested for HIV, sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), and Hepatitis C at no cost.
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The state is gearing up for the return of its annual holiday parade taking place Saturday in downtown Columbia. The 69th Annual Carolina Carillon Holiday Parade will step off on Sumter Street at 9:45 a.m., and head toward the staging area near the State House.
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The partnership between Cardinal Newman Hoop-ology Showcase and Harvest Hope Food Bank is making a slam dunk in the community with its efforts to help feed Columbia.
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American Pickers is planning to return to South Carolina and is looking for collectors interested in participating. The History Channel television show is coming to the state in February 2023 and is searching for interesting characters with a lot of fascinating items.
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Dr. Kendra Hill, principal of Bookman Road Elementary School in Richland School District Two, was named the 2023 South Carolina Elementary Principal of the Year by the Richland School District Two, by The South Carolina Association of School Administrators (SCASA).
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Christmas season officially kicks off in the Town of Lexington Thursday with its multi-day holiday events including the annual Snowball Festival Carnival at the Icehouse Amphitheater and annual Christmas Parade Sunday afternoon.
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At Wood + Fabric in the Old Mill in Lexington, shoppers will find unique designer furniture, lighting, and accessories for home and office. Better still, the local, family-owned store offers exclusive access to items not ordinarily available to the public, with new items for sale every week.
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Giving Tuesday is a day for giving back to the community, following the holiday shopping rush. Many Midlands charities and nonprofits are asking for donations to support their missions on Giving Tuesday.
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The Venue on Main Street is bringing holiday cheer back downtown on Main Street beginning Thursday through Dec. 31 with its new but not-so-new holiday pop-up bar. According to LTC Hospitality Services Executive Director Christopher Yonce, the holiday-themed pop-up bar concept downtown was or…
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Olly the Otter is a Midlands mascot with a mission to make a difference in children's lives. His hard work has been recognized by the Mascot Hall of Fame, which honored him Nov. 19 with the Best Independent Program award.
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Local nonprofit Mirci is kicking off the holiday season with its annual fundraiser Merry Mirci Holiday. The annual event takes place Thursday, from 6 to 9 p.m., at the Hall at Senate's End.
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Sunday morning rain gave way to a warm and sunny afternoon just in time for one of Columbia's favorite annual events: the South Carolina Oyster Festival.
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Five Columbia-area restaurateurs can now add another title to their resumes: hall of famer.
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The annual Shandon Turkey Trot and Burn provided many reasons for runners to be thankful Friday morning.
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Union United Methodist Church in Irmo is preparing to host the 29th annual drive-through nativity, The Living Christmas Story.
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Picking out pumpkins to decorate homes is a seasonal tradition for many families. Some farms in the Midlands are asking the community to donate pumpkins to feed livestock, instead of throwing them away after the season.
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Junior League of Columbia’s Holiday Market is returning soon, bringing the Christmas spirit to the Midlands for a good cause. The Holiday Market is the largest fundraiser for the organization, which trains women leaders to create lasting community change.
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The sound of smooth jazz will fill the Koger Center on Sunday for The Inaugural Soda City Jazz Festival featuring renowned musicians, including Boney James.
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Health and holidays are two words that cause many to cringe as delicious dishes are being paraded on the family table during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and the New Year. So, how do those trying to keep the pounds off survive this holiday season?
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As Thanksgiving approaches, it is a time to celebrate with loved loves and brush up on home fire safety. No holiday celebration would be complete without a feast but be sure to take precautions against kitchen fires when you are cooking and baking.
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Colder weather is already impacting the Midlands, and shoes and socks for men, women, and children are the most requested items by individuals in Columbia experiencing homelessness. While most are preparing for the holiday season, Palmetto Trail is assisting those in need by collecting new s…
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Christmas is just around the corner and shoppers will have an opportunity to find the perfect gift with the return of the Jamil Craft Show.
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Seafood lovers prepare for Columbia's largest outdoor oyster roast as the 24th annual SC Oyster Festival returns Sunday, Nov. 27.
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Being a hospitality management major at the University of South Carolina means not only lessons in the classroom but also experiential learning, and that philosophy is good news for lots of Thanksgiving dinners in the Columbia area
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The Thanksgiving holiday is almost here, bringing with it the stress of cooking for a large crowd. To help take the load off, many restaurants around the Midlands are offering meals on Thanksgiving.
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The City of West Columbia is helping its younger residents get a jump start on sending their Christmas letters to the North Pole with the return of Santa's Mailbox.
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The Tiger Burn returns Monday at 6 p.m. to the University of South Carolina. The annual pep rally is a long-running tradition that occurs the week of the Carolina-Clemson game.
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