Anna Huffman City of West Columbia Communications Director

West Columbia Holiday City Hall Closings, Sanitation Schedules, and Fireworks Policies

City of West Columbia updates on City Hall closures, sanitation schedules, and fireworks regulations for the upcoming holidays. City Hall Closures City Hall will be closed for Christmas on Wednesday and Thursday, December 25–26, 2024. Regular business hours will resume on Friday, December 27, 2024. City Hall will also be closed for New Year’s Day […]

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Cayce-West Columbia Parade of Lights under a beautiful December full moon

The Christmas lights shined brightly down 12the Street in Cayce-West Columbia as spectators lined the streets in layers to see one of the most spectacular events of the season. The Cayce-West Columbia Holiday Parade of Lights commenced Saturday night. There were cloggers, ornately decorated vehicles and kids taking candy. It was a Christmas dream that […]

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West Columbia’s available property list featured in the newest Newsletter, also articles on Triangle Safe and Lock, Central Bark, Mayor and City Council

The New West Columbia Newsletter for December and January includes updates from Mayor Tem Miles and City Council members. Click here for link to new West Columbia Newsletter There is an article on West Columbia’s available property list in the Newsletter. The newest edition also contains articles about: Triangle Lock and Safe and Central Bark

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City of West Columbia lights Christmas tree at nighttime ceremony

There were school student choirs singing Jingle Bell Rock and Winter Wonderland and dancers dressed in Yuletide attire. The City of West Columbia illuminated its Christmas tree Friday evening in front of a large crowd that sipped on hot chocolate as the temperature dipped into the 30s. West Columbia Mayor Tem Miles talked about the […]

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Celebrate the Holidays in West Columbia! 20th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting, Friday, Artisan Markets, Parade Day Festivities, and More 

 The City of West Columbia is brimming with holiday cheer this season! From the 20th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting to artisan markets, holiday parades, and festive community events, there’s something for everyone. Start planning to “Head West” and celebrate the season in style. 20th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Kick off the holidays with an evening […]

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West Columbia’s Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony is Friday to kickoff a season full of holiday events

In 2024, the City of West Columbia will host its 20th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony on the first Friday in December – Dec. 6 at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall. “I would like to invite everyone out for West Columbia’s Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony,” said Mayor Tem Miles. “It’s the kickoff for the Christmas […]

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Cpl. Austin Atkins recognized as West Columbia Police Department Officer of the Quarter

West Columbia Police Chief Marion Boyce recognized Cpl. Austin Atkins as Officer of the Quarter at the West Columbia City Council Meeting, Monday. Cpl. Atkins has maintained a high level of DUI and General Sessions cases over this past quarter. He was also recognized for making a point of investigating cases and following up on […]

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Be thankful for several free West Columbia events in the last year – Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony  upcoming

It is the season of Thanksgiving and that is a good time to emphasize the number of great, and free, events that have taken place in West Columbia.  In the last year, free city-sponsored events include:  the Annual Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony; Rhythm on the River Concerts at the West Columbia Riverwalk Amphitheater; Kinetic Derby Day; Art […]

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