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Samantha Robertson

Senior City Editor

Sam is based in Columbia, SC and previously worked in PR marketing for several local brands and startups in the Soda City before joining COLAtoday as a City Editor in 2021. When she’s not content creating, she loves staying active, brunching around town, rooting for the Gamecocks, and spending time by the rivers.

Babcock building
History
Historic Columbia honored the 2024 Preservation Award Winners
From revitalized landmarks to leadership in preservation, discover the projects and individuals recognized for their dedication to preserving Columbia’s historical and architectural legacy.
May 17, 2024
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Rotating images from the St. Pat's in Five Points music festival
Festivals
St. Pat’s in Five Points Festival donated a record $67,100 to local charities and nonprofits
The annual St. Pat’s event surpassed $1.2 Million in total contributions, supporting 40 Midlands nonprofits and attracted over 32,000 attendees
May 15, 2024
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Cayce riverwalk
Travel and Outdoors
Discover Cayce’s new TRACK Trail: an interactive adventure for families
Explore the Cayce Riverwalk’s 1.4-mile TRACK Trail with engaging activities for kids, part of the national Kids in Parks program.
May 15, 2024
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Fenters car detailing
Business
Discover some of the best car detailing services in Columbia
Explore top-rated local car detailing services in Columbia, offering interior and exterior cleaning, mobile services, and more for your car or boat needs.
May 13, 2024
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Friarsgate Skatepark
Culture
From inception to fruition: the story of Friarsgate Skatepark
Discover how community collaboration and perseverance transformed a dream into Irmo’s newest recreational hotspot; Friarsgate Skatepark, nestled inside of Rawls Creek Park.
May 9, 2024
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Play
Your how-to guide for tubing down the river in Columbia
If you’re planning a tubing trip with friends or family, this guide is for you and highlights everything you need to know about tubing down the river in Columbia
May 9, 2024
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Theater
Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month with The Nick
Explore diverse voices and stories with $5 tickets to AAPI movies at The Nick this month.
May 7, 2024
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Culture
Your guide to Mother’s Day in Columbia
Don’t know what to get the Mom in your life this Mother’s Day? We’re giving you a few ideas on what to get them or how you can spend Mother’s Day in Columbia.
May 7, 2024
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Harvest hope food bank
Volunteer
Help “Stamp out Hunger” in the Midlands area on Saturday, May 11
Participating in the 32nd annual “Stamp Out Hunger” campaign is as easy as putting canned or boxed food donations in a bag to be picked up by mail carriers.
May 3, 2024
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