Women-owned hair salon Vivid: Color Cut Style brings imaginative, punk-style haircuts to Five Points. Owner Lydia Catherine and business partner Kayla Turnage opened a new location in Five Points around a year ago, giving the area a taste of their compassionate charm.
South Carolinlians got an early taste of Halloween with the very first SC Horror convention on Saturday and Sunday. Businesses and cosplayers from multiple parts of the state came to Columbia to celebrate their love of horror.
Cotton Branch Farm Sanctuary has been working to create a space for pigs with various types of trauma to thrive and become healthy. Through the volunteer program, pig cuddling helps to socialize shy pigs and allow them to live a happier life at the sanctuary.
After only knowing what it meant to be in a high school band, members of The Alamo are looking to continue their passion for music in Columbia.
The new debut album from indie/folk rock band Boygenius creates confusion with its initial worship sound. Although the album has some highs, such as "I'm Sorry Emily" and "Leonard Cohen," it also has some lows, such as "True Blue."
Baan Sawan is a family-owned Thai Bistro that recently reopened its doors after being closed for three years due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Though there have been changes and adaptations to the restaurant's menu and seating, the family behind the business has shown its customers care and dedication through a new wine program and weekly menu.
A photograph of the Cotton Branch Farm Sanctuary in April 2023. This sanctuary is one of few places that provides a safe haven for pigs.
Two pigs enjoy their time in the sun at the Cotton Branch Farm Sanctuary in April 2023. Many of the pigs living at the sanctuary were previously victims of abuse.