Tubers come to West Columbia from all over the country
2022-06-27
By Terry Ward Tubing down the Saluda River, to the Congaree, may be the most popular tradition of a West Columbia summer. Sometimes hundreds a dayContinue Reading
State Museum upgrades Planetarium, 4D Theater
2022-06-08
The South Carolina State Museum recently completed upgrades to both its planetarium and 4D theater, adding cutting-edge video software and technology to make guests’ experiencesContinue Reading
Dominion opens Lake Murray Park Sites
2022-04-14
Dominion Energy has opened its public parks on the Irmo and Lexington sides of the Lake Murray dam for the 2022 recreation season as ofContinue Reading
Tubing the Congaree to West Columbia’s Riverwalk is a booming business
2022-04-13
By Terry Ward Eco-tourism is vibrant in the City of West Columbia. In the last two years the number of people tubing down the CongareeContinue Reading
Museum celebrates spring break with half off kids admission
2022-04-05
This April, the South Carolina State Museum invites guests to enjoy half-off general admission for kids aged 3-12 just in time for Spring Break. AllContinue Reading
Congaree National Park sets firefly viewing
2022-03-26
Congaree National Park has announced opportunities for the public to view the park’s fireflies from May 20-22 and May 27-29. In order to protect criticalContinue Reading
Final Table Event Coming to the University of South Carolina
2022-02-09
Often referred to as “The Ultimate Food Fight,” The World Food Championships’ final competition, “The Final Table” will be held at the University of SouthContinue Reading
State Fair returns October 13-24
2021-10-08
The 152nd South Carolina State Fair returns October 13-24, with a full lineup of traditional favorites and a variety of new rides, foods, entertainment andContinue Reading
State Museum on a mission to Mars
2021-10-08
The South Carolina State Museum is set to welcome the fall with new and returning shows, plus a newly opened exhibition. Guests are invited toContinue Reading
Magazine Names Capital City/Lake Murray Country Region Top Southern Summer Destination
2021-09-09
Capital City/Lake Murray Country has been named a TOP Southern Summer Destination of 2021. Food & Travel is an organization that reveals and discovers travelContinue Reading
State Fair is accepting entries for competitive exhibits
2021-08-28
The South Carolina State Fair is accepting entries for this year’s competitive exhibits now through September 1. The exhibits will showcase South Carolina’s finest agriculture,Continue Reading