Joseph Dickey West Columbia City Councilman

Beautification and Improvements to Meeting Street, US-1 Corridor include on-street parking, turn lanes, medians, pedestrian crosswalks, walking-bike lane, and mast-arm traffic signals

The City of West Columbia is excited to announce plans for a major transformation along Meeting Street and the US-1 Corridor. This project aims to support the area’s already established entertainment, retail, and restaurant hub by not only making it visually appealing but creating easier access to shopping, dining, entertainment, and industry. The project will take place […]

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West Columbia Mayor and 3 City Council members facing opposition in Nov. 7 election

West Columbia Mayor Tem Miles is facing opposition in the Nov. 7, general election. Melissa Sprouse Browne filed to run against Miles. Filing ended at noon Wednesday in the non-partisan election. West Columbia’s municipal election scheduled for Nov. 7. Also facing opposition is Dist. 4 Councilman Joseph Dickey. Ronnie Lindler is running against him. In […]

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FREE Meeting Street Music Fest is Sept. 16 on West Columbia’s Meeting Street – A BIG Community Event

Mark your calendars for the Meeting Street Music Fest. It’s from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 16, on Meeting Street, in. West Columbia. It’s FREE. It is an extraordinary celebration of music, featuring six high-quality bands. The Music Fest will also include a wide selection of food, refreshing beverages, and an opportunity for […]

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The late Bobby Horton, former West Columbia Mayor, given Lifetime Achievement Award at the Cayce-West Columbia Chamber Gala

The late Bobby Horton, former mayor of West Columbia was given the Lifetime Achievement Award at the annual Cayce-West Columbia Chamber of Commerce Gala, Thursday. It was held at Stone River, beside West Columbia’s Riverwalk Park. Horton’s daughter, Lynn Horton Shull, and her daughter Margaret, accepted the award. They are pictured with several City of […]

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Over 2 tons of litter picked up during West Columbia’s City Wide Litter Pick Up, Saturday

More than 50 volunteers showed up for West Columbia’s City Wide Litter Pick Up, Saturday. On hand were: Mayor Tem Miles and his family; Councilman Joseph Dickey; Councilman Mickey Pringle and his family; Councilman Mike Green; City Administrator Brian Carter and his son; and many city staff. The group picked up almost two tons of […]

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Kinetic Derby Day is Saturday – Here’s everything you need to know- From event schedule and road closings to parking information and sponsors

On Saturday (April 22) the fourth annual Kinetic Derby Day will return to Meeting and State Streets in West Columbia. This year marks the return of the kinetic sculpture parade to kick off the day, followed by soapbox racing, and the obstacle course. The streets will be packed and it’s a day of irresistible fun. […]

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MLK Day is Monday, attend a King Day event

If you are looking for a public event on MLK Day, the 35th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration will be held on Monday (Jan. 16) at 4 p.m. at MLK Park, 2300 Green Street. Columbia. This year’s keynote speaker is NBA Hall of Famer Alex English Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was born […]

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West Columbia Mayor and City Council will work to make 2023 a good year for the city’s residents – Some have personal goals, too

It’s a new year and many people see it as a time for a fresh start. You may want to improve on the good things you do or break away from bad habits and rededicate yourself to a more fulfilling and fruitful lifestyle. New Year’s resolutions can work, according to a study published in the […]

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