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A sign pointing to the various art and culture studios and attractions in Columbia, South Carolina stands outside Stormwater Studios on Feb. 19, 2023. The art studio will be hosting award-winning photographer, filmmaker and documentarian Gerry Melendez's exhibition titled "Whole" from Feb. 21 to March 5, 2023.

Award-winning photographer showcases new exhibit 'Whole' at Stormwater Studios

By Joseph Gilbert | Feb. 20, 2023

An exhibit by Gerry Melendez entitled "Whole" is being shown at Stormwater Studios Feb. 21 through March 5. This exhibit is intended to inspire understanding and showcase the similarities between all of mankind.

Villa Tronco Italian Restaurant, which opened over 80 years ago, is located in Downtown Columbia, S.C. The Tronco family has owned the restaurant for generations, making it a family establishment.

Restaurant Villa Tronco continues to surprise, delight Columbia community after 83 years

By Joseph Gilbert | Feb. 6, 2023

Opened in the 1940s, Villa Tronco is the oldest restaurant in South Carolina. Serving many of the same classic Italian dishes as on the original menu, owners and servers strive to make sure they're developing relationships with their customers.

Joseph Gilbert

Award-winning photographer showcases new exhibit 'Whole' at Stormwater Studios

Restaurant Villa Tronco continues to surprise, delight Columbia community after 83 years

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