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Thursday, May 02, 2013  The Historic Columbia Foundation hosted their annual Historic Preservation Awards at City Art in the Vista.

Saturday, April 27, 2013  Many were excited to see Marcus Lattimore's name finally be announced in the 4th round of the  2013 NFL Draft.

Thursday, April 25, 2013  Tonight, the Midland's longest running gallery crawl is going to get started with the 22nd annual Artista Vista in downtown Columbia.

Saturday, April 06, 2013  Hundreds came out to the Carolina Brew and Q at the Flying Saucer in the Vista.

Friday, April 05, 2013  If you ever go to the Flying Saucer in the Vista then it's inevitable you've noticed the decor.

Saturday, March 23, 2013  The 7th annual St. Baldrick's Day event was held Saturday afternoon.

Tuesday, January 22, 2013  Columbia is getting a third Chipotle Mexican Grill restaurant.

Sunday, December 23, 2012  The Columbia Police Department is looking for two suspects wanted in connection with a shooting at the Vista Friday night.

Wednesday, November 28, 2012  A local bar in downtown Columbia is giving dogs something to bark about.

Thursday, November 15, 2012  Downtown Columbia's annual tree-lighting ceremony is Thursday night.

Wednesday, October 17, 2012  Bike riders in Columbia will now have an easier time to find parking.

Friday, September 28, 2012  In response to the violent weekend in Five Points, Columbia city leaders are vowing to stake a stand against businesses that serve alcohol to underage individuals as well as bars that over serve alcohol.

Wednesday, July 18, 2012  Shoppers can shop online at the market's website in advance, choose the produce they'd like, and then pick up their fresh fruit and vegetables at the market on Wednesday.

Monday, July 09, 2012  Bike riders in Columbia have a new place to ride.

Wednesday, June 27, 2012  The University of South Carolina has received authorization to borrow $13 million to outfit more research space at its high-tech hub that Gov. Nikki Haley has referred to as a big mess.