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Volunteering for Kinetic Derby Day is so much fun! Sign up to volunteer now

National Volunteer Week is later this month. It was established in 1974 to recognize volunteers’ contributions. The National Park Service encourages you to Join the celebration by volunteering, thanking a volunteer, and sharing your experience with others to enable them to volunteer. The City of West Columbia is gearing up for the award-winning 5th Annual […]

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Savage Craft Ale Works marks its 3rd Anniversary, Saturday with celebration, and a secret birthday present to be unveiled

Savage Craft Ale Works is set to commemorate its 3rd Anniversary on Saturday (Jan. 27) with a day-long extravaganza (from 11:30 a.m. to 11 pm.) Craft beer enthusiasts and music lovers alike are in for a treat as the brewery unveils a special menu, limited-edition stouts, and a unique birthday present. The celebration kicks off […]

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West Columbia businesses rave after successful Fall Back Fest, Tree Lighting Ceremony Dec. 1, on the City Hall lawn

Last Friday’s Fall Back Fest drew a large crown and rave reviews from business owners. “It was a very successful night for us,” said Rob Shaw, owner of Rob Shaw Gallery and Framing at 324 State St. The City of West Columbia’s 7th Annual Fall Back Fest was conducted in the 100 Block of State […]

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Elvis, presented by Phil Urban, is the final Rhythm on the River concert of the year at the West Columbia Riverwalk Amphitheater, Friday

The Greater Cayce-West Columbia Chamber presents Rhythm on the River from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. on Fridays at the West Columbia Riverwalk Amphitheater. Come listen to a modern-day rendition of The King himself as Phil Urban Presents Elvis. Urban is one of the top Elvis impersonators. His shows attract large crowds all over. The […]

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City of West Columbia’s investment in tourism is yielding a return for local businesses

What is the most popular activity in West Columbia in the warm-weather months? Up-to 1,000 tubers in a weekend have floated down the river, ending up at West Columbia’s Riverwalk Park.  “On an average weekend, we’ll put 300-plus in the river on Saturday and another 300-plus in the river on a Sunday,” said Michael Mayo, owner […]

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Sold-Out crowd shows for West Columbia Beautification Foundation’s Taste on the River – See photos

By the time it began, the Seventh Annual West Columbia Beautification Foundation’s Taste on the River was sold out. Masses packed the Stone River complex on the Congaree River to see the inventive and delicious food creations that were offered by the area’s highest-quality and most-popular restaurants and chefs.  Kathy Whetzel chairs the Board of the West […]

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Rhythm on the River for Saturday, May 27, has been CANCELED, due to bad weather threat

The Rhythm on the River concert scheduled for 6 p.m. Saturday, May 27, at the West Columbia Riverwalk Amphitheater has been CANCELED, due to bad weather threat. The Greater Cayce West Columbia Chamber announced the cancellation Friday.

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2 more dates left in City of West Columbia-sponsored Rhythm on the River concert series, don’t miss it this Saturday

The Rhythm on the River Concert Series has been presented at the West Columbia Riverwalk Amphitheater for almost 20 years. The spring concerts are from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. on Saturday.  This week features Neon Browne Band, and at intermission, Liz Carter will play. Liz Carter auditioned for American Idol while they were in Columbia, SC a few […]

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