Anna Huffman City of West Columbia Communications Director

West Columbia Winter: Tips to ensure your home is safe for Christmas and energy efficient, too

The official first day of winter is Dec. 21. It is called the Winter Solstice. It is the day of the year with the least amount of sunlight.  With the onslaught of winter, West Columbia Fire Chief Marquis Solomon said it is a good idea to take precautions to make sure your home is safe.Below […]

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Register to Race on Kinetic Derby Day featuring iMAGINE: West Columbia’s Ultimate Celebration of Racing, Creativity, and STEAM – Explore Sponsorship Opportunities

The City of West Columbia is gearing up for Kinetic Derby Day featuring iMAGINE on April 20, 2024, from 10:30 AM to 3:30 PM. The Kinetic Sculpture Parade leads the way, followed by soapbox and obstacle course racing. State Street transforms into the iMAGINE STEAM Festival, fostering creativity. The day includes competition and fun for […]

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City of West Columbia Receives Highest Recognition for Financial Reporting for 32nd Year

For the 32nd consecutive year, the City of West Columbia has been awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) for its comprehensive annual financial report. The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in the area of governmental […]

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City of West Columbia announces Saturday road closures for C-WC Chamber Parade of Lights

The CWC Chamber Parade of Lights is at 5:30 p.m. Saturday (Dec. 9.) In preparation for the Parade of Lights, the following roads and intersections will be closed at the following times (see map below) Saturday, December 9, at 11 AM 12th Street from G Ave to H Ave Saturday, December 9, at 5 PM […]

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West Columbia businesses reporting strong Christmas sales, offering unique gift ideas 

The City of West Columbia illuminated its Christmas tree last Friday and City Hall is adorned with lights. And from Triangle City to the WECO River District, West Columbia’s retail businesses are booming in the holiday season. Also, from noon until 4 p.m. on Parade Day (Saturday, Dec. 9) the Greater Cayce-West Columbia Chamber of Commerce will […]

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C-WC Chamber “Love Local” shopping shuttle, Saturday, to stop in Triangle City, WECO River District, Parkland Plaza, Cayce Arts District and more before Parade of Lights – See Map!

The Greater Cayce-West Columbia Chamber of Commerce will conduct a shuttle that will take shoppers to local businesses, from noon until 4 p.m., Saturday. The shuttle will run from the C-WC Chamber office at 1006 12th St. where the North Pole station will be set up, with live music, children fun and more activities. The […]

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Children sing Christmas songs as West Columbia lights Christmas tree – Essay and art winners announced

Amid yuletide music, art and essay reading by students, the City of West Columbia illuminated its Christmas Tree, Friday night.  “This is a wonderful chance for us to get together and celebrate all that has happened throughout the year, said Mayor Tem Miles, “And there’s more to come.”  There was also a special “Letters-to-Santa” reading […]

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West Columbia Tree Lighting Friday to kick-off the Christmas season – Mail your letters to Santa, and get a Kayak Selfie at Riverwalk

West Columbia’s Tree Lighting ceremony has become a tradition that ushers in the Christmas season. And there are other city-sponsored features to help you enjoy this special time of year.  West Columbia’s 19th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting is at 6:30 p.m. Friday (Dec. 1) at the West Columbia City Hall, 200 N. 12th Street, West […]

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