Columbia

Short-term rentals that can be booked on applications like Airbnb and Vrbo will mostly be limited to commercial and mixed-use districts.

“C” is for Columbia, burning of (February 17-18, 1865)

“C” is for Columbia, burning of (February 17-18, 1865)

“C” is for Columbia (Richland County: 2020 population 136,632). Named for Christopher Columbus and created in 1786 as the nation's first truly planned capital city, Columbia has a unique history that took shape in the wilderness near the geographic center of South Carolina.

“C” is for Columbia (Richland County: 2020 population 136,632). Named for Christopher Columbus and created in 1786 as the nation's first truly planned capital city, Columbia has a unique history that took shape in the wilderness near the geographic center of South Carolina.

Stephen Corey Bryant's execution was the state's fifth of the year and third by firing squad. South Carolina resumed inmate executions in September 2024 after a 13-year halt.

The Palmetto State's capital city honored veterans with its 47th annual Veterans Day parade. Columbia recognized women veterans as the event's grand marshal.

Thousands of residents and visitors are expected to attend the grand reopening of Finlay Park which kicks off Nov.15. With a full line-up of entertainment and activities, plus new security measures, city leaders are encouraging attendees to plan ahead.

In a second and final vote Tuesday, the Columbia City Council voted to officially overturn its conversion therapy ban for LGBTQ+ minors.

Amid pressure from state leaders and budget concerns, Columbia City Council Tuesday held its first vote to repeal the city's conversion therapy ban for LGBTQ+ minors.