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Events
Celebrate MLK Day 2025 with events across Columbia
Local News
USC Law School honors legacy of Jacob Joseph Martin
Martin played a key role in the fight for civil rights and desegregation in South Carolina.
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Columbia shelters provide aid during freezing weather conditions
Agencies in Columbia, SC, offer warm shelter, meals, and transport to protect the unhoused during freezing temperatures. Call 803-545-3476 for help.
Community
Bamberg rebuilds slowly one year after EF-2 tornado devastation
Bamberg still faces slow recovery a year after the January 2024 EF-2 tornado, with damaged businesses, limited shopping, and rebuilding efforts ongoing.
Community
Bamberg reflects on recovery one year after EF-2 tornado devastation
Bamberg marks a year since January 2024's EF-2 tornado. Despite no insurance aid, projects like a fire station and water tower show progress.
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Cold weather shelters opening amid frigid temps across the Midlands
Cold weather shelters are opening across the Midlands for those in need of a warm place to stay.
Community
Columbia Children’s Theatre meets $50K fundraising goal
Columbia Children’s Theatre reached its $50K goal, aiding efforts to secure a permanent home and support community performances amid rising costs.
Community
Donations needed for Spring Lake fire victims
Community unites to aid 11 families displaced by Spring Lake apartment fire. Support by donating essentials, clothes, or food to help rebuild lives.
Local News
Annual Three Kings Day Festival returns to Columbia this weekend
Latino Community Development is bringing the annual Three Kings Day Festival to Columbia this weekend.
Local News
This is Home: January 3, 2025
Here's a look back at the week and some of the reasons we love calling the Midlands home.
Small Business
From White House to brew houses: How Jimmy Carter sparked a craft beer revival
In the late '70s, Carter signed H.R. 1337, which allowed the craft beer industry to operate legally.
Community
Oliver Gospel hosts thrift sale with La-Z-Boy furniture donations
Oliver Gospel's thrift sale features La-Z-Boy furniture donations starting Jan. 3. Proceeds support community services in Columbia.
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