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El Charro Bringing Another Mexican Restaurant to West Columbia Along Platt Springs Road

West Columbia, SC 11/12/2026 - West Columbia residents will soon have another dining option as El Charro Mexican Restaurant prepares to expand its presence in the Midlands with a new location along Platt Springs Road. The restaurant recently announced plans to open at 3313 Platt Springs Road in West Columbia,...

West Columbia, SC · 1d
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Devine Night Out lights up Columbia ahead of Christmas

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - Columbia residents gathered on Devine Street for an early holiday event. Devine Night Out offered early shopping and a Christmas-themed atmosphere for those in attendance. Local businesses along the street were supported from the occasion. The event included local university spirit as well. University of South...

Columbia, SC · 1d
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Hibachi House to close after USC Development Foundation acquires property

Hibachi House and coffee shop Immaculate Consumption are set to close following an acquisition by USC's Development Foundation, The Post and Courier reported Nov. 11. Located on Main Street near the South Carolina State House, Hibachi House is set to close before Nov. 26, a restaurant employee told The Post and Courier. Immaculate Consumption has been serving Columbians since 2001 and is set to close on Nov. 20.

Columbia, SC · 2d
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Explore Lexington's Darker Past During Free Murders and Mysteries Walking Tour

Lexington, SC 11/12/2026 - History lovers and those fascinated by true crime will have an opportunity to explore a darker chapter of Lexington's past during the Lexington Murders and Mysteries Walking Tour on Friday, November 13, 2026. Hosted by the Lexington County Museum, this free guided walking tour will take...

Lexington, SC · 1d

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Recommendation of the Week: Dipped cone at Zesto of West Columbia

Sometimes an icon is more than just a symbol. For 77 years, Zesto of West Columbia has been a fixture on 12th Street, offering up burgers , chicken, fries, milkshakes, hot dogs and more. The restaurant is such a mainstay that earlier this year a section of 12th Street, from Jarvis Klapman Boulveard down to Knox Abbott Drive, was named Gus Manos Memorial Street in memory of one of the West Columbia restaurant’s late co-owners. While I do love a good Zesto burger and fries, on a recent afternoon visit I went with a chocolate dipped ice cream cone. There’s a reason they have a towering sculpture of it outside, after all. With its solid chocolate shell enveloping the super sweet vanilla ice cream , the dipped cone remains a classic afternoon snack, a reward after soccer practice , or a treat for just about any other occasion. If you liked this suggestion and want to see more like it, you can get my recommendations first in Let’s Dish, Columbia, my weekly newsletter offering restaurant and food news from across Columbia, Lexington and South Carolina. Simply fill out the form below to sign up for the (free) newsletter.

West Columbia, SC · 1d

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88.3 The JOY FM hosting ‘T-shirts for Turkeys’ ahead of Thanksgiving

GROVETOWN, Ga. (WJBF) – 88.3 The JOY FM is hosting its inaugural “T-shirts for Turkeys” tour to help families across the CSRA have Thanksgiving meals. People are asked to drop off a frozen turkey, a $15 grocery store gift card or monetary gift. Each donor will receive a t-shirt from the radio station as a […]

Aiken, SC · 3d

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Making the business of ballet profitable

If you live in the Midlands, at some point in your life you’ve probably seen a performance of the Nutcracker ballet because for most people, this is a must-do activity during the holidays. This year, all six performances will feature live accompaniment by the South Carolina Ballet Orchestra, which our next guest says is a particularly meaningful development. Mike Switzer interviews William Starrett, CEO and artistic director of the South Carolina Ballet in Columbia, SC.

Columbia, SC · 1d

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Will Green’s Butterfly Effect

Will Green is an award-winning local teacher who spread his wings to promote, protect, and proliferate Monarch butterflies. Will was born in York County. He moved to Columbia after graduating high school and attended USC. After graduating with a marine science degree, Will volunteered in Costa Rica for three months.

Columbia, SC · 1d

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Batesburg-Leesville to Celebrate Christmas Season with Annual Parade December 6, 2026

The annual holiday tradition will begin at 5:15 p.m. and is expected to bring families, friends and visitors together for an evening of Christmas cheer and community celebration. This year's parade will feature entries competing for awards based on how well they represent the parade theme. Participants will have the...

Batesburg, SC · 15h

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Horsepeople of the Year: JP Godard

JP Godard was raised in Aiken, South Carolina, where his mom introduced him to horses. He decided riding wasn’t for him but enjoyed working horse shows at a young age and became friends with many others in the business that then took him under their wing because he was so young. He was not content with just working as jump crew, so he began learning course design and jump building and decided to pursue that path. People noticed his attention to detail and soon he began getting course designing jobs at some of the biggest shows in the country—WEF, Pony Finals, Devon and Harrisburg, just to name a few. He didn’t stop there; he decided to get into show management and opened his own horse show company, Equus Events. He then was hired to manage the Tryon Horse Shows and TerraNova. Most recently, he was asked to manage the National Horse Show.

Aiken, SC · 2d

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Art Under the Oaks Holiday Market Brings Local Vendors, Handmade Gifts and Holiday Cheer November 14, 2026

The family-friendly event will take place from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m., offering free admission and an opportunity to shop with local businesses, artisans, crafters, bakers and creative makers. Visitors can browse an assortment of handcrafted artwork, specialty products, unique gifts and one-of-a-kind items while enjoying delicious food in a...

Lexington, SC · 1d

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‘I am fortunate’: Columbia man says he was on flight as FAA ground stop was ordered

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - A Columbia man described his experience of being in the air as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) grounded all domestic flights on Friday. Brad Fleming said he was “one of the lucky ones” who was able to make it home after landing at Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE).

Columbia, SC · 15h

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Popular Midlands restaurant chain plots Columbia location. Where will it be?

A well-known Midlands Mexican restaurant chain is eyeing a new Columbia location, according to public records. Brothers & Beer, which already has three locations in the area, is planning a new spot at 1132 Devine St. in downtown Columbia, near the University of South Carolina. The restaurant would be near the corner of Main and Devine Streets. City of Columbia records indicate that Brothers & Beer filed for permits for signage and fire protection systems in October. Also, public notices have been filed showing that Brothers & Beer will apply for alcohol licenses for 1132 Devine St. via the state Department of Revenue. This would be the fourth Brothers & Beer Mexican restaurant in the Midlands. Other locations are at 205 Columbia Ave. in Lexington, at 1270 Bower Parkway in the Harbison shopping district, and at 2736 N. Lake Drive near Irmo and Lake Murray. The menu at Brothers & Beer features a host of Mexican favorites, including nachos, quesadillas, fajita salads, combination plates, chimichangas, burritos and more. The Devine Street Brothers & Beer would be in the midst of a busy area, with lots of foot traffic from USC. Meanwhile, about 20,000 cars per day traverse nearby Assembly Street,

Columbia, SC · 3d

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The Leg Up Experience: Healing through horses in Aiken

AIKEN, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) — For people who spend their days taking care of everyone else, the Leg Up Experience offers them a chance to slow down and take care of themselves. The partners they meet here don’t wear badges. They don’t speak, either. They’re horses — and...

Aiken, SC · 1d

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This Charming Amish-Style Restaurant Serves The Best Homemade Bread In South Carolina

If you’ve never driven to a small South Carolina town specifically for bread, Miller’s Bread Basket in Blackville is about to change that about you. This Amish-Mennonite restaurant on Main Street is the kind of place that makes you realize how much great food has been hiding right in your own backyard.

Blackville, SC · 1d

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Ready for their closeups: K-9s can’t contain their enthusiasm during chaotic photo shoot

The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources released a video of a K-9 photo shoot where the dogs struggled to sit still but kept everyone entertained. Despite their goofy off-camera behavior, these working dogs perform critical roles for SCDNR game wardens, including tracking violators, detecting hidden wildlife and concealed weapons, and assisting with search-and-rescue operations.

South Carolina · 2d

The State

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Columbia's first Culver's restaurant opens its doors. What food do they serve?

A restaurant that has long been a favorite in the Midwest and other parts of the country has debuted a new location in the Midlands. Culver’s, known for its burgers, chicken, frozen custard and more, has opened its first Columbia location at 2744 Clemson Road. That’s at the corner of Clemson and Longtown roads, right in front of Lexington Health Northeast. The Columbia location opened at 10 a.m. Monday, Nov. 9. Culver’s has more than 1,000 restaurants across the country, according to data website ScrapeHero . The company, headquartered in Wisconsin, has a dozen locations in South Carolina, per its website, in places such as Greenville, Anderson, Greer, Summerville and elsewhere. The new Columbia location is locally owned and operated by Ryan Gabel. The Clemson Road Culver’s was immediately greeted with a big crowd on Monday morning, with cars lining the drive-thru and customers queueing up inside when a reporter went by. Inside dine-in customers order at the counter and are given a number to place at their table, and a Culver’s employee then brings your food out to you. The Culver’s menu is highlighted by their signature ButterBurgers , which come in a number of varieties, including the fully

Columbia, SC · 4d

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Irmo to hold nighttime Christmas Parade

Bright Lights, Warm Hearts is the theme for this year’s Christmas Parade, which will feature a new nighttime format. Community members, organizations and local businesses are invited to light up the evening and celebrate the holiday season during the parade on Saturday, Dec. 5, beginning at 5:45 p.m. The...

Irmo, SC · 4d

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Bird flu confirmed in South Carolina pond

State wildlife officials have confirmed cases of bird flu in South Carolina after several dead geese and ducks were recovered from a pond in Charleston.

South Carolina · 5d