City of West Columbia

West Columbia’s Meeting Street Artisan Market Features Handmade crafts, stunning artwork, baked goods, and more – It’s Thursday from 4-8 p.m. – See Vendor Line-Up

Start your evening in WeCo’s River District off right by checking out the Meeting Street Artisan Market! Handmade crafts, stunning artwork, baked goods, and more wait for you at the Interactive Art Park (425 Meeting St.) THURSDAY, June 26, from 4-8 PM!

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West Columbia Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget approved by City Council, no tax increase

West Columbia City Council approved the city’s Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget, Monday, at a Special meeting.The $26.3 million budget does not include a tax hike, and includes a slight reduction in property taxes, West Columbia Mayor Tem Miles said before the budget passed with a unanimous vote.

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See the lineup for the West Columbia Meeting Street Artisan Market, from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. Thursday

The West Columbia Meeting Street Artisan Market is open for business Thursday. The market is held from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. every Thursday (except July 3) from June-through-August. It’s next-to West Columbia’s Interactive Art Park at 425 Meeting St. Here’s the lineup for this week. Emerald’s Artistry Carolyn’s Anime Café & Bakery LLC Cindy’s […]

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Crystal Bouknight named South Congaree Town Manager, leaving position as West Columbia City Clerk

Crystal Bouknight is leaving her position as West Columbia City Clerk to become South Congaree Town Manager. Bouknight will start her new job in South Congaree on Monday, June 9. “We’re thrilled to be bringing in Crystal as our new Town Manager,” said South Congaree Mayor Cindy Campbell. “Hiring her is a huge step forward […]

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Rhythm on the River attracts lots of out-of-town visitors to West Columbia – 2 more concerts this month

The first of three Rhythm on the River concerts took place last Saturday, and featured Gary Lowder and The Smokin’ Hots. The band drew a large crowd, much of which came from outside of West Columbia. There are two more concerts coming in the Spring. The free concerts, at the West Columbia Riverwalk, are sponsored […]

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City of West Columbia is making an estimated $15 million investment in upgrades in the New Brookland Mill Village area

The City of West Columbia is making an estimated $15 million investment in the New Brookland Mill Village area. Upgrades include water, stormwater, and roadway improvements. The project will replace aging water infrastructure, improve storm drainage, enhance travel routes, provide on-street parking, and enhance walkability throughout the area. These areas include: Riverwalk Circle along Alexander […]

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West Columbia Police receive 3,189 Calls-for-Service in April – See the police date

The West Columbia Police Department worked 93 vehicle collisions in April and 335 traffic citations. There were 26 DUI Arrests and 6 vehicle break-ins. Click here for WCPD Facebook Page

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Good crowd turns out for Art on State on West Columbia’s State Street, Friday evening

The weather was perfect and the people responded to West Columbia’s Art on State, Friday night. The band Seven til Sunrise played first and High Society Band closed the evening, while artists painted on the street. There was food and fun all over the place.

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