The City of Columbia unveiled a new brand identity to instill a better sense of community pride and optimism. Prior to now, Columbia had used the city seal, first created in 1912, as its logo. Last year, Columbia officials recognized the need to better showcase Soda City attributes to move the city forward. They embarked on a nine-month journey to […]
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City’s Office of Violent Crime Prevention hosts successful Youth Game Night
Councilwoman Tina Herbert and the City of Columbia Office of Violent Crime Prevention hosted a successful Youth Game Night April 18 as part of Youth Violence Prevention Week. The goal was to offer youths in the community an opportunity to come together and spend their free time by participating in positive activities. This event was attended by over 50 youth […]
Piecewise Coffee holds ribbon cutting
Councilman Will Brennan; co-owner Jacob Kirby; co-owner Zack Kirby; Jennifer Suber, Devine Street District; and Greg Williams, City of Columbia Economic Development hold a grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony at Piecewise Coffee, 2824 Devine Street April 24.
Richland County Council discusses amendments to Animal and Fowl Ordinance
Richland Council has been meeting with stakeholders for over a year to discuss potential changes to the Richland County Animal and Fowl Ordinance. The purpose of the proposed amendments to the ordinance was “to clarify and educate citizens and enforcement officers regarding acceptable and safe methods of tethering.” One of the major changes to the ordinance was the addition of […]
UnDelay introduces groundbreaking navigation tech, challenging Google Maps dominance at Columbia Airport
The Columbia Airport has recently launched a new virtual wayfinding tool with UnDelay. Passengers typically struggle with navigating through the airport. To help the everyday traveler, an innovation was created. Travelers typically go to Google Maps or their respective airline apps to help with airport navigation; however, the lack of visibility of places and integration issues have forced airports to […]
Kiwanis Club of Columbia celebrates 104 years of service to the community
The Kiwanis Club of Columbia proudly commemorated its 104th anniversary, marking over a century of serving the community. As the club celebrated this milestone, it announced the recipients of annual grants, totaling $11,000, which were awarded at its annual charter celebration lunch Thursday, April 11. These grants are awarded to organizations that embody the club’s mission of service and community […]
City Council approves reappointment of Tax Advisory Committee
The Columbia City Council conducted a meeting Tuesday, April 16. Columbia City Manager Teresa Wilson made a presentation about the City of Columbia Rebranding and Logo Reveal. Dr. John H. Dozier Day Proclamation, Second Chance Month Proclamation, and National Small Business Week 2024 Proclamation were received. Diane Sumpter, president and chief executive officer of DESA, Inc., gave a South Carolina […]
City of Columbia Office of Violent Crime Prevention highlights Youth Violence Prevention Week
Throughout the week of April 14–April 20, the City of Columbia Office of Violent Crime Prevention is partnering with several community organizations to host a week-long series of events highlighting Youth Violence Prevention Week. Garden Rededication In 2014, the R.I.C.H. program established a Garden of Peace as a memorial for those lives lost to gun violence. At this event the […]
Richland County begins discussing details of new Transportation Penny Tax Ordinance
Richland County Council met for a special called meeting April 9. A resolution recognizing Black Maternal Health Week was approved. A proclamation recognizing April 27 as Richland County Alumnae Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated Day was presented. A proclamation recognizing the Ridge View High School Boys Basketball Team as AAAA State Champions was presented. An ordinance authorizing the imposition […]
Segra Park hosts Blue Zone forum
Columbia Mayor Daniel Rickenmann is exploring ways for residents to live longer, healthier lives. On Monday, April 1 he held a public forum to discuss one such way. The forum, held at Segra Ball Park, was a chance for residents to learn about Blue Zones, geographical areas with low rates of chronic disease and longer life expectancy. There are half […]
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