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said “@Lavender-I have said that Columbia is a transient town for decades, with people coming to the city to attend ...” on
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Lavender
said “It seems like the focus is on impressing people who don't live here long-term and don't plan to. College ...” on
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Gypsie
said “Chayz Lounge is closing. https://www.wist~” on
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Mitch
said “Hey Andrew. Columbia and Ft Jackson have been moving recruits, soldiers, and families at generally known levels for years. ...” on
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Andrew
said “I’m also sure that people coming to town for basic training at Ft. Jackson plays a role as well…sometimes ...” on
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Mitch
said “Columbia wants a slice of the convention and visitors and concerts business at the national level. However, the city ...” on
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Lavender
said “I wouldn't be surprised if USC is a factor in the hotels being built. Parents/other family of students staying ...” on
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Ariella
said “I have fond memories of this place from the early 80s. Was a Drive In place in the same ...” on
Paper Moon Cafe, 3527 Farrow Road: Circa 2015
Lone Wolf
said “Alright, since we're "airing some grievances" (a bit early for Festivus), *why* does Columbia need more hotels? Yeah, this ...” on
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Sodaz
said “Okay, the mayor is all about "new business" and economic growth. He made a hollow speech at a new ...” on
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Lavender
said “Starbucks is a mixed bag for me. Yes, I've dealt with smug, holier-than-thou~ rude service from there. I've also ...” on
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Lone Wolf
said “@Lavender - you've just stumbled upon essential quandary of "here and there". It goes a little something like this... ...” on
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Lavender
said “According to a few websites, South Carolina was the most/one of the most popular states that people moved to ...” on
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Mr. Bill
said “thanks Jason. I think what I remember most was Za's pizza. I think it has been gone since 02 ...” on
Kiki's Chicken and Waffles, 1260 Bower Parkway: 28 June 2026
Andrew
said “The news reports I saw didn't specify which Jimmy John's was impacted but it did bring to mind discussions ...” on
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Gypsie
said “Someone crashed into the front of Jimmy John's on Harbison Blvd today so they will likely be closed for ...” on
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Larry
said “It appears Burger Tavern 77 will become a new restaurant called “Seared” based off of a liquor license application.” on
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Donovan
said “My grandma used to bring me here whenever she'd have me in the summers before the Palace closed, and ...” on
The Palace Restaurant, 1404 Gervais Street: 1990s
Lavender
said “@hans_hammer - Haha! Probably a good idea. I'm disappointed with almost every fast food chain now.” on
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Mr.Hat
said “I saw an article on the Post & Courier's website that Hampton Place Cafe has closed after 35 years. ...” on
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hans_hammer
said “Lavender, I recommend driving right past it.” on
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Jason
said “I don’t know if it was ever closer to I-20 but Buck’s was in this spot for at least ...” on
Buck's Pizza, 1856 South Lake Drive: June 2026 (Temporary?)
Jason
said “It has been many things but was HuHot shortly before Kiki’s. May have been a buffet after HuHot for ...” on
Kiki's Chicken and Waffles, 1260 Bower Parkway: 28 June 2026
John Powell
said “I worked for Columbia Photo from 1988 til 2005. The first location was out on Garners Ferry across from ...” on
Columbia Photo Supply, 2912 Devine Street: 2007
John Powell
said “I worked at Jackson 1987-1988 at pretty much every location for some amount of time but mostly at the ...” on
Jackson Camera, all over Columbia (1326 Main Street, 405 Greenlawn Drive, 625 Harden Street, 3407 Forest Drive, Richland Mall, Dutch Square, Columbia Mall): 1990s
Steve
said “Went into this one right when it opened. They had operational issues and the franchisee representatives from Charlotte were ...” on
Slim Chickens, 2089 North Beltline Boulevard: Early July 2026
Andrew
said “The Urban Air Adventure Trampoline Park that was planned for this spot a few years ago apprently is now ...” on
H. H. Gregg, 1130 Bower Parkway: May 2017
Gypsie
said “We stopped by today to try it out, but you can't order or pick up your food at the ...” on
Maurice's BBQ Piggie Park, 662 Saint Andrews Road: November 2023
MB
said “So it looks like Burger 77 on Devine is closed. They closed temporarily for “light renovations” about a month ...” on
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Lavender
said “I've never been to a Panda Express. Do any of you recommend anything there?” on
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