Waterfalls – magical in their visual beauty, their serenity, their sound… these five waterfalls in South Carolina are easy to get to – from mere 10 minute walks to one-hour hikes. All are rated family-friendly. Licklog & Pigpen Falls “You have to hike part of the 77-mile Foothills Trail, followed by a section of the […]
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The COMET Changes Schedule to Enhanced Saturday Level of Service Beginning May 20 (May 18, 2020) Columbia, SC – The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (The COMET) announced schedule changes from an enhanced Sunday level of service to a Saturday level of service with added routes and increased frequency to accommodate peak demand times. There will […]
Love to check out beautiful homes? Take a look at these three gorgeous Midlands mansions that recently sold or are for sale now … from Heathwood to Lake Murray to Forest Acres. Heathwood Estate Sold on 3/20/2020: $963,000 for 7% under list priceBroker: Yip Premiere Real Estate LLCEstimated Yearly Property Tax: $6,3534 Bed | 3 […]
Through the month of April, as parks across the state remain closed, Saluda Shoals is bringing their park to you with fun animal facts and videos of local wildlife. The park is also hosting a nature awareness lesson with Ranger Rachel featuring a fun nature lesson, craft activities, and cool biofacts, presented for young children […]
Columbia, SC– Taking the leap into business ownership can be an intimidating endeavor. Richland Library wants you to be prepared for all the rewards and challenges that go along with making that decision. They’re excited to connect the community with their new entrepreneur-in-residence (EiR), Kimico Myers. With more than 25 years of business experience and a Masters […]
Fourteen Richland One high school seniors have been named semifinalists in the 2020 National Merit Scholarship Program. Nationwide, more than 16,000 seniors are competing in this prestigious national program which awards scholarships to academically talented students. In this high- stakes competition, students will compete for 7,600 scholarships worth $31 million. Finalists will be selected in […]
The Midlands’ Favorite Small Town! Lexington, South Carolina and its surrounding neighborhoods, farms and nearby Lake Murray, make up one of the most popular areas to live in Greater Columbia. A combination of small town charm, excellent schools and a wide variety of restaurants and shopping districts make it truly a community unto itself, although […]
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Saluda Shoals Park 5605 Bush River Road + 6071 St. Andrews Rd. | 803.772.1228Visit beautiful Saluda Shoals Park, a regional 480-acre park cozied up against the Saluda River, a favorite with fly-fishermen, kayakers, walkers and bird-watchers. The paved 3.4-mile Greenway Trail meanders through a shady, wooded area along the Saluda, with benches and river views […]
As Columbia’s ultimate escape room game, this is the most minutes! Rated 5 out of 5 stars on Trip Advisor, Google, Facebook and Yelp, everybody loves The Final Door and you will too. Built with adults in mind (but kids are welcome to Down the Rabbit Hole), the bar in the lobby serves beer and wine, […]
Landsford Canal State ParkStart your day of exploration at the Landsford Canal State Park, just 25 minutes outside Lancaster and 65 miles from downtown Columbia. Stretched along the Catawba River on the South Carolina fall line, the park is home to the well-preserved remains of the canal system that made the river commercially navigable from 1820 to 1835. A flat, easy to walk […]
