The Richland Library held the second annual Read Freely Fest, a convention for authors and readers to get involved with each other. Forty nationally and regionally acclaimed authors attended the event. The festival had an author alley, food trucks, live music and a book sale.
The Museum of the Reconstruction Era tells the story of a misunderstood time period through the life of President Woodrow Wilson, who lived in Columbia briefly when he was a teenager. The museum is the only remaining presidential site in South Carolina and one of the United States' only museums dedicated to the Reconstruction Era.
The Podunk Ramblers, a Columbia-based bluegrass band, grew from University of South Carolina friends jamming together into a fixture of the local music scene. Through their music, they aim to preserve traditional bluegrass while connecting people and celebrating American cultural heritage.
On the surface, boxing may seem like one of the most individualistic and intense sports on campus. However, members of the Carolina Boxing Club say that the sport is so much more and that it builds a tight-knit, accepting community both inside and outside of the ring.
USC professors study reproductive healthcare. Their personal stories, beliefs and experiences shape their research.
The Midlands Crafter's Association's Spring Arts & Crafts Show provides creatives of all backgrounds the chance to display their creations as well as enjoy others' creations.
Each month, a long-standing group of local magicians meet to hang out and show off tricks. They said they welcome anyone who wants to learn the art.
This weekend, a new exhibition from a Columbia-born, Los Angeles based artist named Rodney McMillian will debut on the CMA. McMillian’s work captures diverse themes through various mediums.
Baz Luhrmann brings Elvis Presley back to life with remastered and restored footage from his Las Vegas residency for an epic experience.
With her new film, "The Bride!", Maggie Gyllenhaal proves that maybe some things shouldn't be resurrected. The film suffers from a poor script that is trying to be way too many things at once.
With March well underway, basketball has taken center stage as the sport of the month. Here are seven of the best basketball movies to watch during March.
As we enter the spring season, classwork is ramping up. Use this playlist for some extra motivation in tough moments.
It’s officially tanning season, and there’s no better way to do so than with your favorite music playing in the background. These tracks are perfect for those who want to grab a towel — and sunscreen, of course — and lay out in the sun for a few hours.
With the 98th Academy Awards coming up on March 15, it’s time to get caught up on the 10 nominees for Best Picture. There are several spectacular movies nominated, but others disappointed.
"Resident Evil Requiem" stands as one of the franchise’s strongest modern entries, seamlessly blending suffocating survival horror with explosive action. Through the parallel journeys of Grace Ashcroft and Leon S. Kennedy, the game delivers tense atmosphere, compelling character growth and standout creature design, proving the series still knows how to balance fear and firepower.
Checking out these bands would be a great way to get into the scene, as they’re all still actively doing shows in the area. Whether you’re a hardcore music fan or not, Columbia’s DIY music scene is a community that welcomes you with open arms.
