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Backflow is the flow of water or other potentially harmful substances back into the local water system. Back siphonage is the flowing back of used, contaminated or polluted water back into the public water supply due to a negative pressure in the supply piping.

Can Backflow be Controlled?

Absolutely, backflow devices are installed in order to protect you and the public water system. Our certified and trained technicians can provide annual inspections, maintenance and installations to help provide our community with safe drinking water.

Mission Statement

Carolina Backflow is committed to the mission of keeping the public water supply safe. We provide testing services, education, consulting and program management services to help keep your water safe.

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Welcome! We are thrilled to bring you our 2022 edition of The State’s Best. This magazine showcases the effort to discover and celebrate the businesses, people, and places the community loves most—as voted by you.

Our readers and residents are proud of the communities they live in and know the area the best. That is why The State set out to deliver a “best of” program to help the community and support Columbia businesses.

The State’s Best has been a great extension of these goals, and we are proud of the voter turnout and engagement from local businesses. The State’s Best had over 1,700 businesses, organizations, and individuals competing to be named in the top three spots of 224 categories.

Producing a contest this size takes a dedicated local team and committed businesses. They, along with all our advertisers made this possible.

We could not be prouder to salute and pay tribute to the great businesses that were voted the best in their individual categories. Thank you to all the folks who took the time to vote. We encourage you to explore VotedtheStatesBest.com and engage with our winners. Some may be familiar, and some may be new to you. All will welcome your business. Please make sure to congratulate them for being voted The State’s Best!

EAT & DRINK

ALL-AROUND RESTAURANT

BAKERY

BAR | TAVERN

DiPrato’s

342 Pickens St Columbia • 803-779-0606 dipratos.com

Locals know that DiPrato’s is the place to go for a comfortable and casual lunch. Repeat customers get to know the faces of their servers, and they know they will be taken care of whether they want a handmade meal, a delicious, locally-crafted dessert, have a question for the catering department, or even need an item or two from the well-stocked market. Reliable and tasty food: it is all at DiPrato’s.

Halls Chophouse

1221 Main St #150 Columbia • 803-563-5066 hallschophouse.com

The War Mouth

1209 Franklin St Columbia • 803-569-6144 thewarmouth.com

Tiffany’s Sweets, Eats, & Meeting Place

Columbia • 803-736-2253 tiffanysofcolumbia.com

Tiffany’s Sweets, Eats, & Meeting Place has long list of baked treats (and scrumptious meals) that are all hand-crafted and designed to satisfy even the pickiest of eaters. All of Tiffany’s dishes and baked goods are made from scratch and with the finest ingredients available. The gooey goodness at Tiffany’s includes cheesecakes, cookies, specialty cakes, brownies, cupcakes, petit fours, pies and even quiche.

Ally & Eloise Bakeshop Multiple Locations allyandeloise.com

Kudzu Bakery & Market

4600 Forest Dr Columbia • 803-550-9927 kudzucolumbia.com

O’Hara’s Public House

131 E Main St Lexington • 803-785-4025 oharasph.com

With all the charm and authenticity of an Irish pub, O’Hara’s Public House is a community bar and restaurant welcoming neighbors and guests to enjoy great food, lively music and amiable companionship all week long. From fare as simple as fish and chips or Guinness stew to a half order of bangers ‘n mash, there is food aplenty to go with barrels of beer, Irish whiskey drinks, cocktails such as the Irish mule and requisite Jameson drinks.

Tipsy Toad Tavern

103 Beaufort St Ste C Chapin • 803-932-4470 thetipsytoad.com

Bourbon 1214 Main St Columbia • 803-403-1404 bourboncolumbia.com

Shealy’s Bar-B-Que

340 E Columbia Ave Batesburg-Leesville • 803-532-8135 shealysbbq.com

Whether locals want the in-house buffet or if they’re grabbing takeout, when it comes to barbecue, they always choose Shealy’s Bar-B-Que. There are few places serving up more authentic Carolina-style barbecue pork and chicken. There is also crispy but tender fried chicken and barbecue ribs that require a wet wipe. With the buffet, diners can load up on vegetables and side dishes. As Shealy’s is fond of saying, it’s a “Pig Deal since 1969.”

Home Team BBQ

700 Harden St Columbia • 803-724-3900 hometeambbq.com

Little Pigs Barbecue 4927 Alpine Rd Columbia • 803-788-8238 littlepigs.biz

BREWERY

Steel Hands Brewing

2350 Foreman St

Cayce • 803-708-9864

steelhandsbrewing.com

Steel Hands Brewing has a firm grip on the community and has no plans to let go anytime soon. Designed in admiration of the surrounding hard-working industries and their original commitment to produce quality products, Steel Hands Brewing serves only the finest beers with exceptional consistency. They have a “currently on pour” list that changes with a brew’s availability as well as multiple variety packs.

Columbia Craft Brewing Company

520 Greene St Columbia • 803-799-6027 columbiacraft.com

Savage Craft Ale Works

430 Center St

West Columbia • 803-888-6005 savagecraft.com

BEER SELECTION

BREAKFAST

WECO Bottle & Biergarten

626 Meeting St West Columbia • 803-851-1279 wecobeer.com

Slaking one’s thirst is easy to do at the WECO Bottle & Biergarten. Their multitude of IPAs, including names like Juice Bomb, Beach Candy IPA and Hop Drop ‘N Roll, will satisfy anyone’s thirst. They also offer English-style ales, fruited sours, malt beverages, pilsners, stouts and more. There is plenty of shaded outdoor seating as well as food trucks that pop up, including Lil’ House of Pizza, the Wurst Wagen, and Paella South.

River Rat Brewery

1231 Shop Rd Columbia • 803-724-5712 riverratbrewery.com

The British Bulldog Pub

1220 Bower Pkwy Columbia • 803-227-8918 thebritishbulldogpub.com

The Toasty Hot Spot

1305 Lady St Columbia • 803-401-5501 facebook.com/thetoastyhotspotsc

Sure, there are breakfast sammies and red velvet French toast dishes at the Toasty Hot Spot, but it’s the lobster city grits that keep folks coming back for breakfast day after day. The plentiful plate teeming with lobster, shrimp, grits, a buttered croissant and seasoned potatoes is wonderfully satisfying any time of the day. That is one of the highlights at The Toasty Hot Spot: they also serve breakfast all day long.

Eggs Up Grill Multiple Locations eggsupgrill.com

Cafe Strudel Multiple Locations 803-794-6634 cafestrudel.com

The Toasty Hot Spot

1305 Lady St Columbia • 803-401-5501 facebook.com/thetoastyhotspotsc

The lobster city grits has quite the brunch following at The Toasty Hot Spot, and with good reason. The plate has lots of lobster and shrimp, warm and silken grits, a buttered croissant, and it is all served with breakfast potatoes. The dish is served all day long, too, as is the rest of the breakfast menu, so customers can relax and sleep in. The lobster city grits, the red velvet French toast, and more will be waiting.

DiPrato’s

342 Pickens St Columbia • 803-779-0606 dipratos.com

Cafe Strudel

Multiple Locations 803-794-6634 cafestrudel.com

CANDY SHOP

Mast General Store

1601 Main St

Columbia • 803-771-2300 mastgeneralstore.com

Anyone with a sweet tooth will appreciate the selection at the Mast General Store. The goods there defy description, but suffice to say, the store has confections galore. From caramel Bullseyes to Bit-O-Honeys, Laffy Taffy, Mini Mini Chicles Fruit gum, Moon Pies and Jawbreakers on a Stick, there is just too much to list. This shop is brimming with goodies and has free shipping on orders of $60 or more and a flat rate for everything else.

The Peanut Man

3905 Fernandina Rd Columbia • 803-724-2118 thepeanutman.com

Cromer’s 3030 N Main St Columbia • 803-779-2290 cromers.com

Pawleys Front Porch

827 Harden St #1001 Columbia • 803-771-8001 pawleysfrontporch.com

The folks at Pawleys Front Porch grind the meat for their burgers daily from the highest-quality angus chuck roast. It is then seasoned with a secret blend of spices and the 8-oz. patties are formed by hand. That is what sets Pawley’s apart from its burger competitors (in addition to their hand-cut French fries). Customers can select a bun, a side, build one to suit or try any of the nine named burgers. No one leaves hungry.

Rush’s Multiple Locations rushs.com

Rockaway Athletic Club 2719 Rosewood Dr Columbia • 803-256-1075 rockawayathleticclub.com

CATERING

Southern Way Catering 100 E Exchange Blvd

Columbia • 803-783-1061 thesouthernway.com

It is all about exceptionally kind servers delivering memorable meals in thoughtful presentations at Southern Way Catering. The company has been catering events for over 40 years to parties with as few as eight people to as many as 8,000 guests. From intimate dinners to elegant weddings to large corporate galas, Southern Way Catering has done it all with a smile. Its personifies tasty southern cuisine and fine service.

Spotted Salamander

1531 Richland St Columbia • 803-556-2197 spottedsalamandercatering.com

Karen’s Mobile Kitchen & Catering

Columbia • 803-381-5676 karensmobilekitchenandcatering.com

Ole Timey Meat Market

Multiple Locations oletimeymeatmkt.com

It is truth in advertising at the Ole Timey Meat Market; the only thing missing is sawdust on the floor. This local, family-run butcher shop is clean and sells the freshest meats all prepared with minimal processing and no added preservatives. It is a tasteable difference, and the market invites customers to come find out why folks like getting their beef stew, cube steak, smoked sausage, center-cut chops and more from Ole Timey.

New York Butcher Shoppe

Multiple Locations local.nybutcher.com

Caughman’s Meats 164 Meat Plant Rd Lexington • 803-356-0076 caughmans.com

CHEAP EATS

Cantina 76 Multiple Locations cantina76.com

The ability to order different kinds of fresh tacos within the same order is legend at Cantina 76. An active spot in a college town, families, couples, young professionals and college students love being able to order a variety of tacos (the restaurant charges per taco) any time. This lets folks sample the traditional ground beef taco or their veggie, or smoked pork, roasted chicken, barbecue brisket, or fish tacos, among others.

Real Mexico Restaurant

2421 Bush River Rd Columbia • 803-750-8990 realmexicorestaurant.com

Lizard’s Thicket Restaurant Multiple Locations lizardsthicket.com

Zesto

Multiple Locations zestosc.com

Customers can grab the family and head out to Zesto’s to get some of the best fried chicken around. It is cooked to perfection with juicy and tender chicken inside and crispy and thoroughly-battered skin on the outside. It is a dining tradition that has been handed down to generations of families who get their chicken fix at Zesto’s, which has been serving this Southern staple (along with great dipped ice-cream cones) since 1949.

Bernie’s Restaurant

1311 Bluff Rd Columbia • 803-256-2888

Kiki’s Chicken and Waffles Multiple Locations kikischickenandwaffles.com

CHICKEN WINGS

The Original D’s Restaurant & Bar

West Columbia • 803-791-4486 dswings.com

The wings at the Original D’s Restaurant & Bar are big, juicy and cooked “just right.” A local favorite since 1988, D’s wings can be made with a dry seasoning or a wet sauce. There are more than 20 sauces and rubs to choose from, with everything from a Buffalo Bleu dry rub to Honey BBQ or Garlic Parmesan sauce. There are also several spicy sauces including a Cajun and a Gamecock version with horseradish remoulade.

Carolina Wings & Rib House

Multiple Locations carolinawings.com

River Rat Brewery 1231 Shop Rd Columbia • 803-724-5712 riverratbrewery.com

Eggroll Chen

715 Crowson Rd Columbia • 803-787-6820 eggrollchen.com

If someone has a yen for Chinese food, they won’t be disappointed at Egg Roll Chen. There are the requisite chicken, pork, and beef egg rolls as well as vegetable egg rolls, but they also serve kimchee with a kick, fried Taiwanese doughnuts, tasty Samurai Shrimp, and an authentic Mamasan’s Taiwanese Beef Noodle Soup, which is mouthwateringly good. There are also authentic dishes such as the Dynasty Delight, which is very spicy.

Miyo’s Multiple Locations

miyos.com

Eggroll Station

135 Sunset Blvd West Columbia • 803-791-4060 eggrollstation.com

DATE NIGHT SPOT

Mr. Friendly’s

New Southern Cafe

Columbia • 803-254-7828 mrfriendlys.com

Founded in the early ’8Os as a sandwich and cookie shop, Mr. Friendly’s New Southern Cafe has evolved into a sophisticated yet casual environment that uses only the freshest local ingredients in all its dishes. The pineapple-ginger glazed fish entree or its famous meatloaf are the dishes to order for a date. Coupled with wine, it is pure intimacy. One can find a reason to hold their date’s hand at Mr. Friendly’s New Southern Cafe.

Halls Chophouse

1221 Main St #150 Columbia • 803-563-5066 hallschophouse.com

The Melting Pot

1410 Colonial Life Blvd W #130 Columbia • 803-731-8500 meltingpot.com

Loveland Coffee

Multiple Locations

lovelandcoffee.com

The folks at Loveland Coffee are passionate about their brew and start by using only the highest quality and most socially-responsible beans available. They roast in small batches to bring out the best flavor in each cup, and they stay on top of new coffee trends. The result of this effort is the perfect cup of joe, which is served alongside handmade baked goods, satisfying breakfasts and a full range of lunch options.

Drip Coffee Multiple Locations

dripcolumbia.com

Azalea Coffee Bar 2700 Devine St Columbia • 803-851-0694 azaleacoffeebar.com

DELI

Groucho’s Deli

Multiple Locations grouchos.com

Since 1941, Groucho’s Deli has retained its reputation for serving and selling the highest-quality meats and cheeses along with its famous sandwich dressings, original potato salad and coleslaw (from recipes by founder Harold “Groucho” Miller). By staying true to Groucho’s original recipes, the deli has grown to multiple locations. With 16 sandwiches and nearly 20 salads, there is no shortage of good food at Groucho’s.

No Name Deli

2042 Marion St Columbia • 803-252-0480 nonamedelisc.com

East Bay Deli Mutliple Locations eastbaydeli.com

Lita’s Treats

Multiple Locations 803-661-5482 mylitastreats.com

The secret of Lita’s Treats is simple: they bake with love. To them, baking is not a business, but a passion. Lita’s cupcakes are made from scratch with top-quality ingredients. Lita’s offers traditional flavors as well as gourmet cupcakes for those with adventurous taste buds. Some of the flavors in the past have included: Dutch apple pie, chocolate ganache, orange Dreamsicle and blue velvet.

Cupcake DownSouth 1213 Lincoln St Columbia • 803-212-4949 freshcupcakes.com

Tiffany’s Sweets, Eats, & Meeting Place Columbia • 803-736-2253 tiffanysofcolumbia.com

DESSERT

Kaminsky’s Dessert Cafe 930 Gervais St Columbia • 803-550-9979 kaminskys.com

Kaminsky’s Dessert Café is the place to go for sweets. The decadent desserts handmade here are not intended for anyone “watching” their caloric intake. These cakes and other desserts are meant to be savored and enjoyed. Among the goodness is a Mountain of Chocolate Layer Cake, Snickerdoodle Layer Cake, Bourbon Pecan Pie, Tollhouse Pie and a Funfetti Vanilla Layer Cake. These are sinful but sumptuous desserts.

Ally & Eloise Bakeshop Multiple Locations allyandeloise.com

Insomnia Cookies 2013 Devine St Columbia • 803-937-3725 insomniacookies.com

Hollow Creek Distillery

112 Rocky Ridge Rd Leesville • 803-470-6010 hollowcreekdistillery.com

With 10 generations of family history in the area, the family-owned Hollow Creek Distillery greets its customers as longtime friends and never runs out of stories to tell. The distillery is well known for its internationally-awarded bourbon, whiskey and vodka, among other spirits. The distillery exudes southern hospitality and invites all to visit it in the heart of South Carolina and sample their quality, hand-crafted spirits.

Palmetto Distillery

200 W Benson St Anderson • 864-226-9917 palmettodistillery.com

Carolina Moon Distillery

116 Courthouse Sq Edgefield • 803-615-0230 secondcitybeverageco.com

FINE DINING

Halls Chophouse

1221 Main St #150 Columbia • 803-563-5066 hallschophouse.com

The menu at Halls Chophouse, established in 2009, is mouthwatering. The quail with roasted gravy is a good start, as are the pan-seared Nantucket diver scallops and USDA prime steak flown in from Chicago. All Halls’ steaks are aged meticulously and hand-cut to portion and cooking instructions. Fine steaks and an extensive wine list coupled with genuinely warm service set Halls Chophouse apart from its competitors.

Motor Supply Company Bistro

920 Gervais St Columbia • 803-256-6687 motorsupplycobistro.com

Alodia’s Cucina Italiana Multiple Locations alodias.com

La Cochinita

2222 Sumter St Columbia • 803-518-4464 facebook.com/lacochinitamexicanbbq

Traveling throughout the greater Columbia area, the La Cochinita food truck stocks plenty of great Mexican food and prepares it in an authentic way that’s sure to please even the pickiest eaters. With peppers and spices imported from Mexico, the family offers such fare as nopales (cactus) and scrambled eggs, flautas, and a unique take on carne asada. La Cochinita is also known for its tacos, which are hefty in size and delicious in taste.

Lil’ House of Pizza

6903 St Andrews Rd #3

Irmo • 803-440-7332 lilhouseofpizza.com

The Belgian Waffle Truck 803-606-6780 thebelgianwaffletruck.com

HAPPY HOUR

Craft and Draft

Multiple Locations

803-764-2575 craftanddraftbeer.com

Catch up with friends and family during happy hour at Craft and Draft. Customers can drink cans and bottles from the restaurant’s coolers at a reduced rate (from just $3 to $2). This lets folks try new beers at a great price. Every Wednesday, Craft and Draft also features its #WineOnDevine and its #VinoInIrmo at just $5 per glass. It is the perfect opportunity to sample new drinks, get in some great conversation and be home sooner than later.

Liberty Tap Room & Grill

Multiple Locations

libertytaproom.com

The Grand on Main

1621 Main St Columbia • 803-726-2323 thegrandonmain.com

FRENCH RESTAURANT

Black Rooster

201 Meeting St

West Columbia • 803-724-2853 blackroostersc.com

C’est le meilleur! The Black Rooster is the best. This French bistro-inspired restaurant has it all. It welcomes reservations but gladly accepts walk-ins. It has ambiance, but the casual menu is approachable; consider the Royale, a cheeseburger with beef tallow fries, or the amazing filet mignon au poivre (with pepper) with cognac cream. Its prices are reasonable, too. There is a full cocktail menu and even a rooftop bar.

Motor Supply Company Bistro

920 Gervais St Columbia • 803-256-6687 motorsupplycobistro.com

Crêpes & Croissants

1465 Sumter St Columbia • 803-462-4779 crepesetcroissants.com

HOT DOGS

Rush’s

Multiple Locations rushs.com

The food at Rush’s is always fresh, never frozen. The burgers, hot dogs and chicken are prepared directly in front of diners to let folks see what’s going on in the kitchen. The hot dogs are simply made with 100-percent beef, no fillers or byproducts, ever. Get a dog generously slathered in chili and cheese with coleslaw on top or have it simply made with mustard and onions. As the slogan reads: it is “fabulous food served fast.”

Jimmy’s Mart

9900 Two Notch Rd Columbia • 803-736-3440

Zesto

Multiple Locations zestosc.com

FROZEN TREAT

Sweet Cream Co. 1627 Main St Columbia • 803-251-3311 sweetcreamcompany.com

Keeping life simple is the motto at the Sweet Cream Co. The small-batch-only shop offers 16 flavors of creamery goodness, but is not limited to grocery-store flavors. Since 2012, it has been scooping ice cream that contains ingredients such as Rosemary and fresh blackberries. The shop uses only organic dairy products because it knows great ingredients produce great ice cream. Handcrafted flavors include apricot and brown butter bourbon.

LICK Ice Cream Multiple Locations lickicecreamcreamery.com

The Baked Bear 631 Harden St Ste C Columbia • 803-834-4004 thebakedbear.com

INDIAN RESTAURANT

2 Gingers

245 Bush River Rd Columbia • 803-772-5121

2-gingers.com

The menu at 2 Gingers is full of classic Indian dishes, but what sets this restaurant apart is its willingness to add modern touches to the menu. There’s the requisite mulligatawny soup and lamb samosas but there’s also samosa chaat, which has vegetable samosas topped with spices, onion, yogurt and served with chickpea curry. Go full-on Indian with the dry goat curry original to the Chettinad region of Tamil Nadu in Southern India.

Delhi Palace

542 St. Andrews Rd Columbia • 803-750-7760 delhipalacesc.net

Persis Indian Grill

1728 Bush River Rd Columbia • 803-851-3687 persiscolumbia.com

Alodia’s Cucina Italiana Multiple Locations alodias.com

The owner of Alodia’s Cucina Italiana is bringing the tasty recipes of his great grandmother to life and wowing new generations of patrons. Adam Huneau and his wife, Betsy, are committed to serving fresh sauces and handmade pasta to their guests, and they bring the warmth of Italian family dinners with dishes such as the duck penne Gorgonzola and the bowtie gratinata (with sauteed shrimp and rendered pancetta).

Villa Tronco

1213 Blanding St Columbia • 803-256-7677 villatronco.com

Pasta Fresca 4722 Forest Dr Columbia • 803-787-1838 pasta-fresca.net

KOREAN RESTAURANT

929 Kitchen & Bar

929 Gervais St Columbia • 803-764-3825 929kitchen.com

The team at 929 Kitchen & Bar brings Korean traditions and flavors to the area. With its upscale-but-welcoming atmosphere and emphasis on real Korean food, there is a menu item for all tastes. Korean raw ingredients and cooking methods such as boiling, fermenting, pickling and seasoning are all employed at the 929. Discover great flavor in the bibimbap, stir fries, specialty dishes and their essential kimchi nachos.

Kimchi Korean Restaurant

1807 Decker Blvd Columbia • 803-790-7778 kimchi-korean.com

Korean O-Bok Restaurant 1616 Decker Blvd Columbia • 803-787-1100

JAPANESE RESTAURANT

JUICE

Miyo’s Multiple Locations miyos.com

Since 1996, Miyo’s has shared its passion for the finest Asian cuisine with its customers. The menu has evolved from regional Shanghai and Szechuan food to an amalgam of northern and southern Chinese cuisine, Korean-style barbecue, Vietnamese and Thai-influenced dishes as well as Japanese sushi. Offerings include bacon-wrapped scallops, chicken kabobs, braised eggplant, coconut green curry and Thai basil beef.

Miyabi Japanese Steakhouse

442 Columbiana Dr Columbia • 803-407-1264 facebook.com/miyabicolumbia

Inakaya Watanabe

655 St Andrews Rd Columbia • 803-750-9392 facebook.com/inakayawatanabe

Tropical Smoothie Cafe Multiple Locations

tropicalsmoothiecafe.com

With multiple locations in the area, Tropical Smoothie Café has the populace covered with good taste and nutrition; it truly has the drink to slake any thirst. There are featured drinks such as the Starfruit Smoothie and veggie delights such as the Avocolada (with avocado, pineapple, spinach, kale, coconut and lime) as well as fruit blends and tropical treats such as the Blueberry Bliss and the Bahama Mama, plus supplements and add-ins are available.

Smoothie King Multiple Locations smoothieking.com

The Corner Blend 601 Main St Columbia • 803-386-9786 thecornerblend.com

welcomes

a call to schedule a time to sit down and talk with

DiPrato’s

342 Pickens St Columbia • 803-779-0606 dipratos.com

The staff at DiPrato’s understands the importance of a speedy, amazing lunch experience and is determined to deliver just that. All employees, from the heart of the kitchen to the smiling greeters at the front door, work hard to create a “wow” factor for guests. There are satisfying salads, gooey, hot panini sandwiches, savory meatball hoagies and specials like Friday’s flash-fried fish on a Kaiser roll.

Flying Biscuit Café

936 Harden St Columbia • 803-828-9458 flyingbiscuit.com

Spotted Salamander 1531 Richland St Columbia • 803-556-2197 spottedsalamandercatering.com

MEXICAN RESTAURANT

Real Mexico Restaurant

2421 Bush River Rd

Columbia • 803-750-8990

realmexicorestaurant.com

Great Mexican food is easy to come by at the Real Mexico Restaurant. Customers can start with warm tortilla chips and, with Real Mexico Restaurant’s reasonable prices, it’s affordable to try the Loco Bean Dip along with a Birria Quesatacos dinner (three tacos with cheese, beef birria, cilantro, onions), a grilled corn and zucchini quesadilla, a Mexican trio dinner, the Santa Fe Chimichanga dinner or even the mango shrimp ceviche.

San Jose Mexican Restaurant

Multiple Locations sanjosemex.com

Tacos Nayarit

1531 Percival Rd

Columbia • 803-814-0727

facebook.com/tacosnayaritmexicangrill

MARGARITAS

Cantina 76

Multiple Locations

cantina76.com

Known far and wide for its Mexican-inspired cuisine, Cantina 76 is also the place locals go for handcrafted Margaritas or a “skinny Margarita” (with low-glycemic agave nectar). Founded by college friends, Cantina 76 is perfect for bringing friends, family or colleagues for a lunch or dinner. Casual in nature, the Margarita menu includes prickly pear, strawberry basil, a Pama (Pama pomegranate liqueur) and jalapeno versions.

San Jose Mexican Restaurant

Multiple Locations

sanjosemex.com

El Jimador Mexican Restaurante

Multiple Locations eljimadorrestaurante.net

NEW RESTAURANT

Flying Biscuit Café

936 Harden St

Columbia • 803-828-9458 flyingbiscuit.com

Known for its all-day breakfast and brunch menu, Flying Biscuit Café has an inviting atmosphere and serves southern comfort food with a twist. Some of the café’s specialties include the Green Tomato BLT sandwich, a silken shrimp and grits dish, a hot dirty bird (chicken tenders and housemade waffle), and a Not-Your-Mama’s Pimento Cheese sandwich. The café also has lots of original art on its walls.

Griffin Chophouse

924 E Main St

Lexington • 803-957-0863 griffinchophousegroup.com

Boca Grande Burritos

4525 Forest Dr #2A Columbia • 803-834-4076 bocagrandesc.com

Greek Boys

1469 Sumter St Columbia • 803-771-7618 greekboyscolumbia.com

The Greek Boys are serving up authentic Greek taste, whether it is in the form of a feta-laced Greek salad or a gyro drizzled in tzatziki sauce. From beef souvlaki to hummus and pieces of pita to pimento burgers, it is all good and on the menu at the Greek Boys. There are also daily lunches that include spanakopita, grilled Athenian shrimp, Grecian meatballs, or Grecian wings and falafel. It’s all Greek and all good at the Greek Boys.

Mediterranean Tea Room 2601 Devine St Columbia • 803-799-3118

Zorba’s Greek Restaurant 6169 St Andrews Rd #50 Columbia • 803-772-4617

OUTDOOR DINING

Located on the scenic shores of Lake Murray, the Liberty Tap Room & Grill is a casual restaurant offering tasty American food in a modern atmosphere. Attentive service at the elevated outdoor space lends itself to ending a boating run or just the end of a work week. Customers can enjoy lake vistas while savoring a craft beer and meals such as sweet bourbon glazed salmon or sirloin and coconut shrimp.

O’Hara’s Public House

131 E Main St Lexington • 803-785-4025 oharasph.com

Hendrix 1649 Main St #200 Columbia • 803-834-5132 hendrixsc.com

Liberty Tap Room & Grill Multiple Locations libertytaproom.com

Dano’s Pizza

3008 Rosewood Dr Columbia • 803-254-3266 danosdelivers.com

For over 19 years, Dano’s Pizza has been serving authentic New York-style pizza to the area. Using only house-made dough with an authentic marinara sauce, the classic cheese pizza remains a consistent favorite. No one else layers the mozzarella cheese like Dano’s. There are other pies such as the meat lover’s pizza and the barbecue chicken pie that have a following, too. And don’t forget there are handmade meatballs as well. It’s all good.

La Brasca’s Pizza

4365 Jackson Blvd Columbia • 803-782-1098 facebook.com/labrascas

Stoner’s Pizza Joint Multiple Locations stonerspizzajoint.com

SALAD

California Dreaming

401 S Main St

Columbia • 803-254-6767 californiadreaming.rest

Awarded the Best Salad for over two decades, California Dreaming lets guests dine in a unique setting, the historic 1902 Union Station, while sampling one of the best salad menus in the area. The namesake salad features mixed greens, ham, turkey, two cheeses, egg, tomatoes, almonds, bacon and house dressing. It makes one forget they are having something good for them. There is also a soup and salad combo.

Verde

4840 Forest Dr #19 Columbia • 803-661-6167 eatatverde.com

No Name Deli

2042 Marion St Columbia • 803-252-0480 nonamedelisc.com

Midwood Smokehouse

702 Cross Hill Rd Columbia • 803-764-1231 midwoodsmokehouse.com

No one does barbecue-sauce slathering better than the Midwood Smokehouse. Their ribs feature that crusty, crispy exterior with a sweet, smokey undertone that separates the Midwood from its many competitors. There are small plates with one side and large ones with two, featuring St. Louis-style pork ribs and decadent burnt ends, as well. Sides include collard greens and bacon-wrapped jalapenos.

Hudson’s Smokehouse BBQ

4952 Sunset Blvd Lexington • 803-356-1070 hudsonssmokehouse.com

The War Mouth

1209 Franklin St Columbia • 803-569-6144 thewarmouth.com

SANDWICHES

Groucho’s Deli Multiple Locations grouchos.com

Using only the highest quality products and ingredients, Groucho’s Deli has become a sandwich legend. Offering fast and fresh sammies, Groucho’s is known for its Big Dipper roast beef and ham with melted cheese (served with the famous Groucho’s potato chips and a dill pickle spear) and its Reuben Variation with uber lean pastrami, melted Muenster cheese, heated sauerkraut and German mustard on Jewish rye.

Andy’s Deli

2005 Greene St Columbia • 803-799-2639

Sub Station II Multiple Locations substationii.com

Ole Timey Meat Market

Multiple Locations oletimeymeatmkt.com

Just as it is known for its outstanding meat, chicken and pork, so is the Old Timey Meat Market known for its quality seafood. From fresh-sliced flounder and salmon to live lobster, crab, shrimp and tender scallops, the Old Timey Meat Market affordably has it all. If it is in the ocean, Old Timey has it or can order it since all its fish is caught fresh in the Atlantic waters of the Eastern Seaboard and shipped with next-day delivery.

Palmetto Seafood Company

2200 Gervais St Columbia • 803-254-2503

St. Andrews Seafood Market 4470 St. Andrews Rd Columbia • 803-798-2077

SPECIALTY COCKTAILS

Catch 22

223 Columbia Ave Ste A Chapin • 843-345-7778 facebook.com/catch22chapin

From its Cajun salmon over Mexican street corn grits to the blackened calamari with banana peppers, the Catch 22 restaurant in Chapin has a flare for fish. There is grilled Mahi Mahi with baby spinach and Hollandaise sauce as well as specials such as the pan-seared sea scallops tossed in an orange pineapple beurre blanc or the grilled Chilean seabass. If it has gills or frolics on the ocean floor, it is cooked well at Catch 22.

Blue Marlin

1200 Lincoln St Columbia • 803-799-3838 bluemarlincolumbia.com

The Oyster Bar Columbia 1123 Park St Columbia • 803-799-4484 oysterbarcolumbia.com

SPORTS BAR

Bourbon

1214 Main St

Columbia • 803-403-1404 bourboncolumbia.com

A whiskey bar and Cajun-Creole restaurant located close to the Capitol building, Bourbon features over 450 whiskeys and craft cocktails local to the Louisiana Bayou. The bar also pours whiskey from other countries such as Scotland, Ireland, Japan, Canada and India, and creates classic and contemporary recipes to keep customers returning for more.

Bourbon also has local beers on tap and wines by the glass and bottle.

The War Mouth

1209 Franklin St Columbia • 803-569-6144 thewarmouth.com

Gervais & Vine

620 Gervais St Columbia • 803-799-8463 gervaisandvine.com

SHRIMP & GRITS

The Original D’s Restaurant & Bar

West Columbia • 803-791-4486 dswings.com

Some folks like being in the bar to catch a game on the big screen while others prefer to grab a take-out order of wings for their own tailgate party, but no matter what brings a person into the Original D’s Restaurant & Bar, they’ll come back for the warm Southern hospitality and good food. From the boneless or bone-in wings and the rotating beers on tap to the breaded basa bites, there is something for everyone to love at D’s.

River Rat Brewery

1231 Shop Rd Columbia • 803-724-5712 riverratbrewery.com

Top Dawg Tavern

498 Town Center Pl Columbia • 803-454-8700 topdawgtavern.com

The Toasty Hot Spot

1305 Lady St Columbia • 803-401-5501 facebook.com/thetoastyhotspotsc

While The Toasty Hot Spot is popular for its breakfast French toast and sammies, it is also a favorite with customers for its silken Sea Gulf Shrimp and Grits. Be warned, this dish always sells out. Whether it’s served with just shrimp or comes loaded with lobster, scallops, crab or all three, the ample dish is filled with flavor and the grits are luscious and creamy. It is mouthwatering fare, and the plates are always returned to the kitchen scraped clean.

Blue Marlin 1200 Lincoln St Columbia • 803-799-3838 bluemarlincolumbia.com

Mr. Friendly’s New Southern Cafe Columbia • 803-254-7828 mrfriendlys.com

STEAK

Halls Chophouse

1221 Main St #150 Columbia • 803-563-5066 hallschophouse.com

Serving only USDA Prime steaks, the premier purveyor of fine Prime meats, Halls Chophouse, delivers hand-selected, meticulously aged and hand-cut beef cooked to a customer’s exact portion and temperature specifications. Halls Chophouse invites customers to taste the restaurant’s excellence. There is filet mignon, ribeye steak, New York strip and porterhouse to please even the most discerning palate.

Griffin Chophouse

924 E Main St Lexington • 803-957-0863 griffinchophousegroup.com

Kingsman Restaurant 936 Axtell Dr Cayce • 803-796-8622 thekingsmanrestaurant.com

Inakaya Watanabe

655 St Andrews Rd Columbia • 803-750-9392 facebook.com/inakayawatanabe

With a motto of sushi for all, Inakaya Watanabe serves up the most authentic Japanese food in the Palmetto State. Inakaya makes traditional appetizers such as Ikura Oroshi and Ohitashi (boiled spinach) to whet one’s appetite. Of course, there are lots of raw tuna and smoked squid dishes as well as a very long list of sushi. There are Bento boxes with seaweed salad and vegetable tempuras and donburi (rice bowls) as well.

Miyo’s

Multiple Locations miyos.com

Antai Asian Dining 5084 Sunset Blvd Ste C Lexington • 803-356-0062 antaidining.com

VEGETARIAN | VEGAN

Good Life Cafe

1614 Main St Columbia • 803-726-2310 goodlifecafe.net

Called the original vegan restaurant with good reason, the Good Life Cafe is a niche spot offering globally influenced organic, raw and vegan dishes along with probiotic juices and smoothies. It combines the best of good taste with a healthy lifestyle and produces food that always tastes as good as it looks and is typically made fresh and in-house. Good Life Café is a great place to increase one’s energy or repair one’s system.

A Peace of Soul Vegan Kitchen

2338 Main St Columbia • 803-253-7889 apeaceofsoul.com

The Gourmet Shop

724 Saluda Ave Columbia • 803-799-3705 thegourmetshop.net

La Cochinita

803-518-4464 la-cochinita.square.site

Celebrating family and authentic Mexican food are truly important to the folks at La Cochinita, and it shows in the food. Using traditional peppers and spices (without the seeds) imported from Mexico and other fresh ingredients such as cactus, La Cochinita is well known for its hefty tacos that are too good to put down. The food truck travels throughout the city and delivers great tacos with delicious trimmings. The tamales are especially good.

Cantina 76

Multiple Locations cantina76.com

San Jose Mexican Restaurant Multiple Locations sanjosemex.com

WINE SELECTION

Gervais & Vine

620 Gervais St Columbia • 803-799-8463 gervaisandvine.com

Since its inception, Gervais & Vine has presented a uniquely approachable wine selection to its guests. Through features such as its by-the-glass options, flights or its special Coravin pours, there is something for both the novice and seasoned wine connoisseur. Gervais & Vine has an extensive bottle list as well as a library selection, which allows it to curate its bottles along with input from its chefs to complement its varied menu.

Hampton Street Vineyard

1207 Hampton St Columbia • 803-252-0850 hamptonstreetvineyard.com

Lula Drake Wine Parlour 1635 Main St Columbia • 803-606-1968 luladrake.com

Mai Thai Cuisine 2249 Sunset Blvd Columbia • 803-939-4795

One can find typical Thai dishes at Mai Thai Cuisine, including spring rolls, tempuras and tofu appetizers. But it is the entrees that earn this restaurant its reputation, including the chicken with ginger and basil or the shrimp with peanut sauce. The flavors are authentic and the dishes are presented in a thoughtful way. Do not be fooled by the restaurant’s simple storefront; it is well worth a selection or two from the menu.

Duke’s Pad Thai 904 Knox Abbott Dr Cayce • 803-661-6455 dukespadthai.com

Basil Thai 702 Cross Hill Rd Columbia • 803-782-0716 eatatbasil.com

EDUCATION

CHARTER SCHOOL

CHILDCARE

COLLEGE | UNIVERSITY

East Point Academy

Multiple Locations 803-926-5180 eastpointsc.org

East Point Academy is a tuition-free public charter school that is globally minded and provides a rich education to each student. Personalized learning through small classes, bilingual language instruction by certified teachers, civic engagement, cultural and social awareness activities, and parental involvement give students the individualized attention and extra help they need to succeed in the classroom and in life.

Midlands Middle College

1260 Lexington Dr West Columbia • 803-822-7043 midlandsmiddlecollege.com

Pace Academy 6015 N Main St Columbia • 803-251-9138 choosepace.org

St. Martin’s Preschool

5220 Clemson Ave Columbia • 803-787-0392 smifsc.com/preschool

St. Martin’s Preschool aims to encourage and equip both children and families with the tools and support to navigate early childhood. Its instructors provide a safe and welcoming environment for children as well as opportunities for play, exploration and growth. St. Martin’s encourages all children to work toward the same developmental markers they work toward with parents at home to reach these milestones.

Lake Carolina

Early Learning Center Columbia • 803-419-8858 lakecarolinaelc.com

Bright Horizons at University of South Carolina Columbia • 803-777-9202 brighthorizons.com

University of South Carolina 803-777-7000 sc.edu

The University of South Carolina is a storied setting where academic and professional ambitions come to life every day. Students have access to a universe of academic programs and learning opportunities that expand knowledge while furthering professional and personal development. Whether in quiet horseshoe study sessions or energizing student experiences, the campus prepares the next generation of leaders.

Midlands Technical College

151 Powell Rd Columbia • 803-738-8324 midlandstech.edu

Columbia College 1301 Columbia College Dr Columbia • 800-277-1301 columbiasc.edu

Northside Christian Academy

4347 Sunset Blvd Lexington • 803-520-5656 northsidechristianacademy.org

Northside Christian Academy‘s elementary school is a unique and beautiful place. It is a place where students can experience the power and presence of the Holy Spirit every single day. The teachers and students at Northside learn in an atmosphere where the joy of the lord abounds. The school’s success is shown with the results of excellent academic performance and a keen sense of reverence, respect and responsibility.

Hammond School

854 Galway Ln Columbia • 803-776-0295 hammondschool.org

Ben Lippen School

Multiple Locations 803-807-4000 benlippen.com

PRE-SCHOOL

Hammond School

854 Galway Ln Columbia • 803-776-0295 hammondschool.org

Hammond School inspires the growth of each learner by providing rich opportunities to expand curiosity, critical thinking and social growth. Weekly gatherings, family-style lunches, collaborative lessons, celebrations and activities between grade levels further strengthen a tight-knit community. The faculty-to-student ratio and team-style collaboration with parents craft each child’s journey toward success.

Shandon Baptist Weekday Preschool Columbia • 803-782-1300 shandon.org/weekday-preschool

Montessori School of Columbia 411 S Maple St Columbia • 803-783-8838 montessoricolumbia.com

MIDDLE SCHOOL

Chapin High School

300 Columbia Ave Chapin • 803-575-5400 lexrich5.org/chs

The mission of Chapin High School, in partnership with the community, is to provide challenging curricula with high expectations for learning that develop productive people who can solve problems and contribute to a global society. While in classes, students are assured that the school maintains a safe, supportive and nurturing environment that is conducive to working and learning.

Hammond School

854 Galway Ln Columbia • 803-776-0295 hammondschool.org

Northside Christian Academy 4347 Sunset Blvd Lexington • 803-520-5656 northsidechristianacademy.org

Hammond School

854 Galway Ln Columbia • 803-776-0295 hammondschool.org

Hammond Middle School prepares students for success in the upper grades. Dedicated middle-school faculty can be found not only in the classroom, but also coaching on the field, cheering in the stands, leading extracurricular clubs, advising students, and applauding the arts. Middle schoolers take on new challenges, embrace new perspectives and venture out into new cultures. Along the way, they learn how to come into their own.

Northside Christian Academy

4347 Sunset Blvd Lexington • 803-520-5656 northsidechristianacademy.org

Ben Lippen School Multiple Locations 803-807-4000 benlippen.com

SUMMER CAMP

Northside Christian Academy

4347 Sunset Blvd Lexington • 803-520-5656 northsidechristianacademy.org

Northside Christian Academy is a place where faith and knowledge collide. Its staff is trained to lead students in an intense focus on every subject with a biblical worldview. Students examine truth through critical thinking in every subject. When students graduate from Northside, they are fully equipped to attend any university in the United States. Northside has made a difference in the community, one heart, soul and mind at a time.

Hammond School

854 Galway Ln Columbia • 803-776-0295 hammondschool.org

Heathwood Hall Episcopal School 3000 S Beltline Blvd Columbia • 803-765-2309 heathwood.org

Camp Cole

1571 Crossing Creek Rd Eastover • 803-849-8697 campcole.org

Camp Cole is a year-round camp for children, teens and adults with disabilities, illnesses and other challenges. It is where campers can get together to connect, encourage and shine. Camp Cole is different because it is fully accessible and home to a state-of-the art medical facility. No matter what a child is facing, it provides them the chance to catch fish with friends, sing around a campfire and enjoy the magic of camp.

Hammond Summer Programs

854 Galway Ln Columbia • 803-776-0295 hammondschool.org

Palmetto Athletic Center 1193 N Lake Dr Lexington • 803-951-2090 paclexsc.com

VOCATIONAL SCHOOL

Midlands Technical College

151 Powell Rd Columbia • 803-738-8324 midlandstech.edu

At heart, Midlands Technical College is a forward-thinking, proactive college that believes in real-world experiences and hands-on training in a diverse atmosphere. The school is redefining what a technical college is through the range of programs it offers, partnerships with local employers and facilities with high-tech equipment, including some not found anywhere else in the state. Midlands Technical College is the real deal.

Heyward Career & Tech Center

3560 Lynhaven Dr Columbia • 803-735-3343 richlandone.org

Real Estate School for Success 288 Saint Andrews Rd Columbia • 803-807-9152 realestateschoolforsuccess.com

FINANCIAL

ACCOUNTING FIRM

BANK

CREDIT UNION

Bokesch & Tipton

1320 Main St #220 Columbia • 803-978-2800 bokeschandtipton.com

Bokesch & Tipton accountants’ diverse backgrounds, education and experience allow them to provide fresh perspectives to clients. They believe that in order to provide the best services possible, clients need to be listened to and understood. Bokesch & Tipton utilizes knowledge and experience to promote an open exchange of ideas between them and their clients to provide the appropriate services and solutions.

Burkett, Burkett & Burkett CPAs

3101 Sunset Blvd

West Columbia • 803-794-3712 burkettcpas.com

Thomas, Watson & Company

111 Executive Pointe Blvd Columbia • 803-771-0077 twccpa.com

First Community Bank

Multiple Locations

800-829-6372 firstcommunitysc.com

From its original banking offices in Lexington and Forest Acres to over 20 locations and 250 employees today, First Community Bank remains committed to the belief that everyone matters and service is essential. In addition to providing exceptional financial services, it has also invested in cutting-edge technology to help members monitor and safeguard accounts and information from wherever they do their banking.

SouthState Bank Multiple Locations southstatebank.com

First Citizens Bank

Multiple Locations 866-322-4249 firstcitizens.com

Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union

Multiple Locations palmettocitizens.org

As a nonprofit financial institution, unlike banks, Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union does not have stockholders. Instead, it returns the earnings to its members in the form of lower loan rates, higher savings and fewer fees. It offers a full range of low-cost financial products and services as well as an array of educational programs to help the credit union’s members achieve their financial goals.

State Credit Union Multiple Locations scscu.com

AllSouth Federal Credit Union Multiple Locations allsouth.org

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Local Health Insurance Agency

Lourie Life & Health is a Local Health Insurance agency specializing in Medicare, Health, and Life Insurance. Our goal is to help you find the plan that best fits your needs and budget. When you call Lourie Life & Health, we guarantee you will receive prompt and courteous service from one of our licensed insurance agents.

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Making decisions about Medicare and Health Insurance requires much thought, planning and research. It is important to select a plan that includes both your doctors and prescription drugs. Let us help you with this process. We are local, independent and represent all the major plans in South Carolina.

Every American over 65 is eligible for Medicare and some are earlier based on their disability. The choices can be confusing. We understand all the options.

MEDICARE INDIVIDUAL & FAMILY HEALTH

Everyone needs health insurance. But should you go through the Marketplace or direct with the insurance company? Do you qualify for a subsidy? Let us help.

INSURANCE COMPANY

Some medical plans generally don’t provide coverage for routine expenses like new glasses or contact lenses, or getting your teeth cleaned. Inexpensive, stand-alone options are available.

DENTAL & VISION CANCER & CRITICAL ILLNESS

Modern medicine can save you from once-deadly diseases such as cancer, heart attacks, and strokes. Treatment and expenses can add up quickly. We can get you additional coverage for such situations.

Lourie Life & Health 3710 Landmark Dr #206 Columbia • 803-256-2067 lourielifeandhealth.com

Lourie Life & Health is a local health insurance agency specializing in Medicare, health and life insurance. Everyone needs health and life insurance and the experts at Lourie Life & Health can help customers find the coverage they need at affordable rates.

The goal is not to simply sell health insurance to customers, but to make sure customers are receiving the best possible coverage to meet needs and budget.

Joel Lourie, started Lourie Life & Health in the spare bedroom of his house in 2011. A few years later, his friend and business partner, Chris Johnson, would join him. The two of them set out to build a different type of insurance agency, one that would be very specialized in Medicare and Health insurance to help consumers in the Midlands.

Lourie Life & Health has put together a dynamic and diverse team that is very good at what they do and has a great time doing it. They enjoy helping people make important decisions regarding their health and life coverage. Medicare can be very confusing, and they like to simplify the process so that clients can feel comfortable and confident with the choices they make.

LIFE INSURANCE

Life insurance can help provide for your loved ones after you are gone. There are two main types of life insurance to consider: term or whole life. What type is right for you?

HOSPITAL INDEMNITY

Your health insurance may leave you exposed to outof-pocket expenses in the event of hospitalization. These plans provide benefits to help cover deductibles, co-pays, coinsurance, and more.

When in need of health insurance, turn to Lourie Life & Health. The insurance experts are there to be a local advocate and resource. They care deeply about their clients, their clients’ coverage and protection.

Powers Insurance Experts 3608 Landmark Dr Ste C Columbia • 803-451-0094 choosepie.com Turbeville Insurance Agency Multiple Locations tiasc.biz

Palmetto Citizens

Federal Credit Union

Multiple Locations palmettocitizens.org

Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union offers lower loan rates and fewer fees for all mortgage and home-equity loan needs, given its status as a nonprofit financial institution. It has been serving the Midlands since 1936 and is known to be a top credit union in the area since 2007. Palmetto Citizens’ goal is to provide a high level of local, personalized service while maintaining low loan rates, high savings rates and fewer fees.

Midland Mortgage Corporation

1500 Richland St Columbia • 803-765-1680 midlandmortgagecorp.com

First Community Bank Mortgage Multiple Locations 800-829-6372 firstcommunitysc.com

Morgan E. Faulkenberry

Insurance & Financial Services Columbia • 803-735-0505 morganfaulkenberry.com

With a passion for helping the community, Morgan E. Faulkenberry Insurance & Financial Services opened an agency in 2009. Morgan believes in getting to know each of her customers by name. Providing quality customer service is very important to her in this day where personal connection seems sparse and far between. She is known for helping customers get the best value when selecting a policy to best fit their needs.

Laurie Griner

Allstate Insurance West Columbia • 803-926-1170 allstate.com

Larry Lucas State Farm Insurance Columbia • 803-799-1998 larrylucasagency.com

Javis Financial Services 7171 Two Notch Rd Columbia • 803-419-1001 javistax.com

The team from Javis Financial Services offers their tax preparation experience to ensure that clients’ taxes will be filed efficiently. Whether someone is a 1099 contractor, W-2 employee or has income property that complicates taxes, Javis Financial can help make sense of the confusing regulations. They know where to look for legitimate deductions customers may have missed and do all they can to lessen tax burdens.

McDonnell Tax Services 2442 Devine St Columbia • 803-397-2884 columbiataxprep.com

Thomas, Watson & Company 111 Executive Pointe Blvd Columbia • 803-771-0077 twccpa.com

WEALTH MANAGEMENT

Palmetto Citizens

Federal Credit Union

Multiple Locations palmettocitizens.org

Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union helps residents pursue their financial goals and manage their money. The credit union’s investment service professionals are able to help members make sound financial decisions consistent with their specific objectives, risk tolerance and investment timelines. Their goal is to provide a high level of local, personalized service and help safeguard patrons’ financial futures.

Vision Wealth Advisors

Raymond James Columbia • 803-844-5080 raymondjames.com/visionwealth

The Folline King Group

Merrill Lynch Columbia • 803-733-2154 fa.ml.com

HEALTH & BEAUTY

ALTERNATIVE THERAPIES

ASSISTED LIVING

BARBERSHOP

Palmetto Acupuncture and Holistic Health Clinic

Columbia • 803-806-8889 palmettoacupuncture.com

The staff at Palmetto Acupuncture and Holistic Health Clinic uses acupuncture for back and neck pain. During the procedure, thin needles are left to rest at certain points on the back and may also be used in combination with electrical stimulation. The measurable decrease in pain level, along with the absence of side effects, makes this treatment desirable for patients of all ages and suffering from a variety of conditions.

The Acupuncture Clinic

620 Sims Ave Columbia • 803-256-1000 scacupuncture.com

Integrated Health Center

128 Leisure Ln Columbia • 803-750-0040 theintegratedhealthcenter.com

Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community

West Columbia • 803-796-6490 stillhopes.org

As a continuing-care retirement community, Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community offers an engaged and enjoyable senior community for the area. Its campus is continually adding new activities and offerings. Residents can learn how to play a new instrument, paint their next masterpiece, spend weekends with friends and family, engage in Bible study, or savor the variety at four unique dining venues on campus.

Atria Forest Lake

4405 Forest Dr Columbia • 803-790-9800 atriaseniorliving.com

The Heritage at Lowman

2101 Dutch Fork Rd Chapin • 803-732-8800 theheritageatlowman.org

GQ Barbershop

117 State St

West Columbia • 803-504-0053 gqbarber.com

GQ Barbershop was founded in 2018 by a master barber with over 15 years’ experience as a barber and barber instructor. The skill he brings to the table has given the shop the tools and resources needed to achieve a high level of success. In addition, GQ is a luxury environment with a relaxing, modern atmosphere where clients can enjoy a top-notch haircut and style, classic straight razor shave, beard trim, and more.

Lexington Gentlemen’s Salon & Barber

Lexington • 803-956-4448 lexgentsalon.com

Carolina Barber Shop 2021 Devine St Columbia • 803-799-3851 carolinabarbershop.com

Montgomery Speech, Language and Hearing Clinic Columbia • 803-777-2614 sph.sc.edu/slhc

The Montgomery Speech, Language and Hearing Clinic is dedicated to providing meaningful sound to the lives of individuals with hearing loss through medicine, technology, education and rehabilitation. Its clinicians offer both children and adults the resources they need to learn to listen and speak fully in the world around them. It offers versatile services including pediatric and adult cochlear implants and hearing aids.

CENTA Medical Group Multiple Locations 803-256-2483 centamedical.com

Midland Hearing Associates Multiple Locations 803-766-0081 hearagainamerica.com

CANCER TREATMENT CENTER

The Cancer Center at South Carolina Oncology Associates Columbia • 803-461-3000 sconcology.net

The Cancer Center at South Carolina Oncology Associates provides high-level clinical care and treatment to fight cancer. The facility’s staff has extensive training and special expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer. Inside the doors of this dedicated cancer-treatment facility lives state-of-the-art technologies in one spacious, comfortable place. The center is committed to providing personalized care.

Lexington Oncology 222 E Medical Ln #400 West Columbia • 803-794-7511 lexingtononcology.com

Children’s Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders Columbia • 803-434-6111 palmettohealthchildrens.org

MUSC Health Heart & Vascular 108 Palmetto Park Blvd Ste C Lexington • 803-356-0949 muschealth.org

At MUSC Health Heart & Vascular Palmetto Park Blvd., the medical professionals provide compassionate care and the latest treatments to help patients live life to the fullest. As the only academic medical center in the state, they are the heart experts. MUSC has a large team of heart and vascular specialists and more treatment options than any hospital in the area. Its team has the state’s highest-level experience with all levels of heart care.

Lexington Medical Heart & Vascular Center

Multiple Locations lexmed.com

Prisma Health Heart Hospital Marion St Columbia • 803-296-5010 prismahealth.org

COSMETIC SURGERY

Donen Davis Plastic Surgery

1850 Laurel St Ste B Columbia • 803-929-1901 donendavisplasticsurgery.com

Donen Davis Plastic Surgery’s mission is to restore, refine and enhance their patients in the most natural way possible and help them achieve their goals.. Donen Davis, JD, MD is a certified plastic surgeon and Columbia native with a deep family history in medicine. His team believes that cosmetic procedures help patients become comfortable in their own skin. Services include breast augmentations and lifts, tummy tucks, and liposuction.

Carlin Plastic Surgery

3634 Sunset Blvd Ste B West Columbia • 803-926-0969 carlinplasticsurgery.com

Carolinas Dermatology & Plastic Surgery 803-771-7506 carolinasdermatology.com

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Palmetto Chiropractic Center 929 N Lake Dr Lexington • 803-356-8554 palmettochiropractic.com

Palmetto Chiropractic Center is there to help patients make the right choices so they can enjoy true wellness. Patients come to the family chiropractic clinic with all types of pain, from neck and back pain to muscle and joint pain. Within just a few treatment sessions, many begin to experience significant improvements in discomfort and substantial progress toward a pain-free life.

Greater Carolina Clinic of Chiropractic Columbia • 803-788-7890 greatercarolinaclinic.com

Total Spine Chiropractic & Wellness West Columbia • 803-794-8776 chiropractorwestcolumbiasc.com

COSMETIC DENTISTRY

Cayce Family Dentistry 1313 State St Cayce • 803-796-1734 caycedentistry.com

When someone needs exceptional cosmetic dentistry service, they turn to the experienced team at Cayce Family Dentistry. It offers a variety of options including tooth-colored fillings, porcelain laminates, veneers, take-home teeth whitening, bonding and more. From whitening to dental implants, Cayce Family Dentistry’s experienced dental team does it all by combining excellent service with affordable, competitive prices.

Irmo Smiles 7321 St. Andrews Rd Irmo • 803-749-4001 irmosmiles.com

Gee Family & Cosmetic Dentistry 1701 St. Julian Place #204 Columbia • 803-254-6763 geefamilydental.com

Urban Nirvana

4840 Forest Dr #15D Columbia • 803-727-1010 urbannirvana.com

Urban Nirvana believes inner happiness and body well-being leads to outward beauty. Its staff wants everyone to be able to experience a no-fuss escape from the real world and believes everyone deserves an amazing massage or stunning new look. Urban Nirvana doesn’t compromise on quality and delivers high-caliber massage therapists, estheticians and hair stylists. Customers can spend all day there or stop by for a quick session.

Spa 131 131 State St West Columbia • 803-251-9400 spa131.com

OCCO Luxury Spa + Salon 1218 Pulaski St Columbia • 803-787-7546 occoluxuryspa.com

DENTIST

Forest Drive Dental Care

3731 Forest Dr Columbia • 803-782-8786 forestdrivedental.com

Forest Drive Dental Care’s mission is to provide ideal, least invasive, most biocompatible care in a place people love to visit. They research the best practices and are dedicated to bringing patients to dental and whole-body health with the services provided. It offers BPA-free and fluoride-free fillings, zirconia implants, essential oil therapy, and more. Its team aims to offer unparalleled comforts and services.

Dr. Sherry Powell

120 Midlands Ct

West Columbia • 803-739-0390 dentistdrpowell.com

Thomas Trinkner, DDS

140 Leisure Ln Columbia • 803-400-8729 trinkner.com

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EYE DOCTOR | CARE

Columbia Skin Clinic

Multiple Locations columbiaskinclinic.com

As an experienced dermatology group, Columbia Skin Clinic is known for its expertise in diagnosing and treating a wide array of skin conditions. The practice has the latest advancements in skin-care treatment, and its in-house histology lab offers the convenience of a one-stop treatment center with quicker test results. Columbia Skin Clinic offers services such as medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology, among others.

Carolinas Dermatology & Plastic Surgery

803-771-7506

carolinasdermatology.com

Advanced Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery

West Columbia • 803-796-2500 advancedderm.com

Christina Robinson, MD

Kraemer Women’s Care 803-438-3800 kraemerwomenscare.com

Dr. Robinson received her medical degree from Southern Illinois University School of Medicine where she also completed her residency. She is board-certified and a member of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Her clinical interests are minimally-invasive gynecologic surgery, management of menopausal conditions and both normal and high-risk pregnancies.

Myles Donen Davis, MD

Prisma Health OB/GYN

Columbia • 803-296-2942 doctors.prismahealth.org

Todd Kraemer, MD

Kraemer Women’s Care 803-438-3800 kraemerwomenscare.com

Columbia Eye Clinic Multiple Locations 803-779-3070 columbiaeyeclinic.com

Columbia Eye Clinic offers complete eye exams to evaluate overall health of one’s eyes as well as vision testing. Routine eye exams help to detect and prevent eye problems so the doctors recommend getting exams often. It has optical and contact lens shops located in each of the three locations, carrying a wide variety of contact lenses to meet vision needs. Its staff explain all the latest lens designs and treatments.

Devine Eyes 2421 Devine St Columbia • 803-575-0655 devineeyes.com

Eye Care of Lexington 119 Library Hill Ln Lexington • 803-969-0086 elevatemyeyes.com

EYE SURGEON

Columbia Eye Clinic

Multiple Locations 803-779-3070 columbiaeyeclinic.com

Columbia Eye Clinic is known to utilize the most advanced laser technology available for any eye surgery procedure. Patients undergo surgery in the outpatient ambulatory surgery center where its focus is solely on surgery of the eye and surrounding structures. It also specializes in vitreoretinal services for macular degeneration, retinal detachments and diabetic retinopathy to correct any issue a patient may have.

Palmetto Retina Center

124 Sunset Ct West Columbia • 803-931-0077 palmettoretina.com

Eye Physicians & Surgeons 2601 Laurel St #110 Columbia • 803-256-7494 eyephysiciansofcolumbia.com

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At Prisma Health, we consider it a privilege to care for you and your family. Thank you for entrusting your care to us, and for recognizing us as the best in the Midlands.

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Also honored:

• Prisma Health Baptist Hospital – place to have a baby

• Prisma Health Heart Hospital – cardiology

• Prisma Health Hospice – hospice

• Prisma Health Orthopedics – orthopedics

• Prisma Health Richland Hospital – hospital

• Prisma Health Senior Primary Care – primary care

• Prisma Health Weight Management Center – weight loss center

SALON

barre3

Multiple Locations barre3.com

barre3 is a full-body workout combining strength conditioning, cardio and mindfulness that leaves people feeling balanced in body and empowered from within. Its world-class instructors empower people to make each class their own by offering modification options for every move and ditching the traditional “no pain, no gain” approach to fitness. Instead, it builds an exercise practice that relieves stress in the mind and body.

HOTWORX

918 N Lake Dr Lexington • 803-399-8329 hotworx.net

MUV Fitness Multiple Locations muvfitness.com

WellSoul Spa + Salon

2914 Dreher Shoals Rd Ste B Columbia • 803-834-6188 wellsoul.com

Talent meets creativity at WellSoul Spa + Salon where its professional stylists keep customers’ hair looking great. When walking into this salon, guests can’t help but feel relaxed. Known for its spa services, there are also many hair-related services. Its experienced stylists are dedicated to providing hairstyles exactly how the customers want it. Guests can relax with tea, coffee or chocolate before their hair service.

Hyde Salon

105 Ellett Rd #201 Chapin • 803-723-2410 hyde.salon

Parlour 818 3215 Devine St Columbia • 803-764-3992 parlour818.com

HOSPICE

Heart of Hospice

7 Technology Circle #200 Columbia • 844-464-0411 lhcgroup.com

Heart of Hospice is an organization of hospice professionals staffed with proud members of communities in the area. Its mission is to design a specific plan to help families and loved ones live as fully and comfortably as possible at the final stages of life – in the comfort of their own home or residence. Under the direct supervision of physicians, the highly-skilled hospice professionals deliver quality, compassionate care.

Lighthouse Hospice Group

110 Oak Park Dr Irmo • 803-781-1935 lighthousehospice.org

Prisma Health Hospice

1400 Pickens St Columbia • 803-296-3100 prismahealth.org

Hands and Hearts Home Care 153 Dreher Rd W Columbia • 803-470-4770 handsandheartshomecare.com

Hands and Hearts Home Care has been one of the most respected in-home care providers since 2008. Its mission is to improve lives and help people age in peace by offering affordable, quality services. Caregivers get to know each person personally, allowing them to build trust and form lasting relationships. Focusing on showing appreciation to the outstanding staff improves the experience of joining the Hands and Hearts family.

Bardin Behavioral Health

3401 Colonial Dr Columbia • 803-394-5619 bardinbehavioralhealth.com

McLeod Home Care 949 E Main St Lexington • 803-619-6988 mcleodhomecaresc.com

HOSPITAL

Prisma Health Baptist Hospital Taylor at Marion St Columbia • 803-296-5010 prismahealth.org

The professionals at Prisma Health Baptist Hospital provide a range of healthcare services with specialty areas including behavioral care, cancer, heart care, obstetrics, orthopedics, surgery, stroke care, urology, women’s services and more. The hospital improves the health of all by enhancing clinical quality, patient experience and access to affordable care as well as doing clinical research and training doctors.

Lexington Medical Center Multiple Locations lexmed.com

Prisma Health Richland Hospital 5 Richland Medical Park Dr Columbia • 803-434-7000 prismahealth.org

The Heritage at Lowman

2101 Dutch Fork Rd Chapin • 803-732-8800 theheritageatlowman.org

From cozy studio apartments to a dream forever home, at The Heritage at Lowman, the choices are always with the residents. They enjoy a walk along the trails around the pond or picnic pavilion and dine with other residents with the gourmet food provided. How better to spend retirement than doing whatever, whenever? When residents call The Heritage home, they are guaranteed to have relaxation at their fingertips.

Laurel Crest

Retirement Community

West Columbia • 803-796-0370 laurel-crest.com

The Harmony Collection at Columbia Columbia • 803-999-5280 harmonyseniorservices.com

Massage Envy

Multiple Locations

massageenvy.com

The experts at Massage Envy know the demands of daily life can be taxing. They will keep their clients’ bodies running smoothly and regularly again with a variety of massages fit to each individual. Stress relief is key to striking a healthy, balanced lifestyle. By understanding what someone is looking to accomplish, a therapist can then pull from various massage types and incorporate elements of them to address specific needs.

Blue Lavender Spa

1400 Chapin Rd Chapin • 803-575-8404 bluelavenderspa.com

WellSoul Spa + Salon 2914 Dreher Shoals Rd Ste B Columbia • 803-834-6188 wellsoul.com

Kraemer Women’s Care

Multiple Locations kraemerwomenscare.com

Kraemer Women’s Care seeks to provide the highest level of care through its skilled professionals and state-of-the-art technologies. Its workers are devoted to addressing the needs and demands of patients in a caring environment. Its physicians demonstrate professionalism and expertise and offer a range of obstetrics and gynecology services from one’s initial exam to childbirth, into menopause and beyond.

Sandhills Pediatrics Multiple Locations sandhillsped.com

South Carolina Oncology Associates Columbia • 803-461-3000 sconcology.net

MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES

Firm Foundations Counseling & Wellness

Multiple Locations firmfoundationscounseling.com

Firm Foundations Counseling & Wellness exists to ensure all persons have access to quality mental health care. Firm Foundations makes every effort helping individuals and families find the care they need. Its admin team is compassionate, assisting clients with appointments and insurance with kindness and patience. The clinical team is second to none and provides cutting-edge therapies without judgment.

Healing With Heather 803-900-4751 healingwithheather.com

Jill Smith & Associates Counseling 426 S Lake Dr Lexington • 803-814-5559 jsacounseling.com

The Nail Barre

3006 Devine St Columbia • 803-834-7000 thenailbarre.com

At The Nail Barre, guests can choose from its selection of non-toxic lines, a regular manicure or pedicure, gel, dip, or nail art. The salon has it all, and its nail techs can give some of the best polish jobs around. From pedicures to manicures, The Nail Barre salon provides all the necessities one needs to leave with nails they are happy with, all priced reasonably and with excellent service.

Blush Nails & Spa

1787 S Lake Dr Lexington • 803-359-0046 facebook.com/blushnails1787

Lee Nails

Multiple Locations

White Oak of Columbia

3001 Beechaven Rd Columbia • 803-782-4363 whiteoakmanor.com

The nursing practices at White Oak of Columbia emphasize prevention of disabilities that are often intensified by natural aging. Individualized treatment plans for each resident aim to achieve the most recovery possible with careful consideration of everyone’s abilities. Through compassion and respect, the 120-bed skilled-nursing facility helps to enhance residents’ quality of life.

The Columbia Presbyterian Community Lexington • 803-708-7612 prescommunities.org

Rice Estate 100 Finley Rd Columbia • 803-691-5720 riceestate.org

ORTHODONTIST

Davis Orthodontics

Multiple Locations 803-739-1600 dobraces.com

Davis Orthodontics offers more than just orthodontic treatment, it offers a fun and personal experience employing the most progressive technology in the industry. With a focus on patients, the orthodontists spend more time with patients than someone can find at most other offices. Davis Orthodontics has a solution for people to help them achieve the smile they have always wanted.

Boyd Orthodontics

Multiple Locations drrichardboyd.com

O’Leary Orthodontics

Multiple Locations

803-732-7223 olearyortho.com

ORAL SURGEON

Midlands Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

Multiple Locations midlandsoms.com

Oral surgeons James Lemon, DMD; Joseph W. Park, DMD; David B. Tevepaugh, DMD and Philip Prickett, DMD of Midlands Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery offer a full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery. They provide expertise from wisdom tooth removal to corrective jaw surgery. The surgeons also diagnose and treat facial pain, injuries and TMJ disorders, and perform a full range of dental implant and bone-grafting procedures.

Associates in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

Multiple Locations aomspa.com Carolinas Center for Oral & Facial Surgery & Dental Implants West Columbia • 803-973-4530 mycenters.com

Talent meets creativity at WellSoul Spa + Salon, where we strive to keep your hair looking great, healthy, and strong. Relax in our modern and elegant space with a tea, coffee or chocolate before your hair service, massage, or facial.

803-834-6188 • wellsoul.com

PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY

Midlands Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery

Multiple Locations midorthoneuro.com

Someone’s day-to-day life can be affected greatly if they are suffering from any kind of pain, but Midland Orthopedics & Neurosurgery works to east it. Some causes for joint pain can range from specific traumatic injuries to prolonged wear. Joint pain in the knees, hips and shoulders are most common and are caused by a variety of different factors. Regardless of the issue, Midlands can help.

Prisma Health Orthopedics

Multiple Locations prismahealth.org

Lexington Orthopaedics Multiple Locations lexmed.com

Columbia Children’s Dentistry

3731 Forest Dr Columbia • 803-782-5492 columbiadentistry.com

Columbia Children’s Dentistry’s mission is both to create a positive dental foundation for children and also to help children grow and develop in the most optimal way. The office has a welcoming and friendly environment with a team dedicated to relationship building and teaching age-dependent healthy habits. Columbia Children’s Dentistry’s team aims to bring the highest level of care for patients.

Palmetto Smiles

200 W Benson St Columbia • 803-951-9100 palmetto-smiles.com

Midlands Pediatric Dentistry 253 Cedarcrest Dr Lexington • 803-951-7337 midlandspediatricdentistry.com

Pediatric Associates 14 Richland Medical Park #410 Columbia • 803-799-9044 facebook.com/pedassocsc

Pediatric Associates and its doctors consider preventive care to be a crucial part of a child’s total healthcare. Well-child check-ups that they provide offer an opportunity to evaluate and monitor a child’s growth and development. Pediatric Associates’ physicians are well-trained and participate in ongoing medical education so patients can be assured they will receive the best medical care in each of the offices.

Palmetto Pediatric & Adolescent Clinic

Multiple Locations palmettopediatric.com Carolina Pediatrics & Adolescent Care Multiple Locations carolinapediatrics.com

PHARMACY

Hawthorne Pharmacy & Medical Equipment

Multiple Locations hawthornesc.com

Hawthorne Pharmacy & Medical Equipment wants to help its customers live well. That is why they are diligent in bringing people quality customer service. For nearly 70 years, Hawthorne Pharmacy has built its reputation by providing medications as well as the information needed to take them. From compounding to medical equipment and quarterly seminars, it is there through every step to ensure the utmost care and attention.

Lake Murray Drug Company Multiple Locations lakemurraydrug.com

Medicine Mart Pharmacy 3729 Rosewood Dr Columbia • 803-231-2003 medicinemartpharmacy.com

Team Therapy

1710 Richland St Ste B Columbia • 803-253-6223 teamtherapysc.com

Team Therapy is a family-centered clinic that provides occupational, physical and speech therapy. The clinic offers a caring and supportive environment for families with children who have developmental delays as well as other significant medical diagnoses and life challenges. Team Therapy’s therapists demonstrate knowledge in a variety of areas in order to serve patients dealing with an array of situations and challenges.

Therapy 360

2113 Adams Grove Columbia • 803-767-4832 therapy360.org

FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers Columbia • 803-424-2200 fyzical.com

PLACE TO HAVE A BABY

Lexington Medical Center Multiple Locations lexmed.com

Lexington Medical Center’s award-winning, state-of-the-art birth center welcomes over 3,300 babies each year, more than any other hospital in the area. Its large labor and delivery suites are full of natural sunlight and offer a comfortable, homelike setting for both mom and baby. Its specially-trained nurses will also aid in recovery and are prepared to support the mother’s feeding choice.

Prisma Health Baptist Hospital

Taylor at Marion St Columbia • 803-296-5010 prismahealth.org

Passages Gentle Birth Care

26 Office Park Ct Ste A Columbia • 843-992-9870 passagesgentlebirthcare.com

Five Time Winner

1st Place Gold Award Best Podiatrist

When it comes to entrusting a surgeon with your health and well-being, experience matters. Serving all of South Carolina for over 22 years, Dr. Daniel Methuselah was one of the first surgeons in the country to perform the Lapiplasty 3D Bunion Correction surgery and has now performed over 200 Lapiplasty surgeries. Schedule an appointment with us to learn more about this new procedure.

803-781-3500 | columbiapodiatry.com 7182 Woodrow Street Ste 105 | SC 29063

PRIMARY CARE

SPEECH THERAPY

Dr. Dan Methuselah

Columbia Podiatry Irmo • 803-781-3500 columbiapodiatry.com

From routine checkups to surgery, Dr. Dan Methuselah is equipped to handle all podiatric needs. He has been consistently ranked in the top one percent of all of physicians of all specialties in the U.S. since 2006, according to Press-Ganey patient surveys. Columbia Podiatry provides the highest quality health services and facilities, with excellence, compassion and competence while always striving to exceed expectations.

Lexington Podiatry

Multiple Locations lmclexingtonpodiatry

Columbia Foot Clinic 1516 Calhoun St Columbia • 803-254-6114 columbiafootclinic.net

Three Rivers Medical Associates

Multiple Locations

839-200-7800 3riversmed.com

When searching for a primary-care provider, people want a place they can go to with trusted professionals who have their best interests in mind. Three Rivers Medical Associates always puts their patients first and aims to give them the best care possible. Recently, it has returned to a private practice, making doctors more accessible to patients. It provides wellness exams for all ages to help families reach peak health.

Lexington Family Practice

122 Powell Dr Lexington • 803-957-8400 lexfamilypractice.com

Prisma Health

Senior Primary Care Columbia • 803-434-1210 prismahealth.org

Busy Bee Therapy

115 Blarney Dr #208 Columbia • 803-393-7036 busybeetherapysc.com

Now accepting new patients, the Busy Bee Therapy team offers parents and other caregivers the finest in pediatric speech and language therapy. Upon referral from a child’s pediatrician, Busy Bee Therapy offers individualized, skilled speech and language therapy in a relaxed setting. Busy Bee Therapy assesses, diagnoses and treats problems before they impact children.

Team Therapy

1710 Richland St Ste B Columbia • 803-253-6223 teamtherapysc.com

Montgomery Speech, Language and Hearing Clinic Columbia • 803-777-2717 sc.edu

URGENT CARE | WALK-IN CLINIC

LMC Lexington Multiple Locations lexmed.com

LMC Lexington is open all day, plus weekends and evenings, when people need care right away for an illness or injury that is not life-threatening. The walk-in center treats flu, fever, earaches, nausea, rashes, allergic reactions, animal and insect bites, sprains, minor bone fractures, and more. People don’t need an appointment to get treated at these urgent care centers, and can just visit one of the many locations.

Veritas Health Group

247 Columbia Ave Lexington • 803-221-0571 urgentcarecenterlexington.com

Doctors Care Multiple Locations doctorscare.com

Ahh Sugar Sugar Body Sugaring

414 Old Cherokee Rd Lexington • 803-315-3469 ahhsugarsugar.com

Ahh Sugar Sugar Body Sugaring is a different kind of waxing experience. Its estheticians specialize in heat-free hair removal. Its most popular service is the full Brazilian wax as well as bikini, leg, back, chest, and arm wax, among others. All services involve body sugaring, not hot wax. Sugaring is all natural, made of sugar, water and lemon juice, and lasts much longer. Ahh Sugar Sugar offers a fun, laid-back atmosphere.

Brazilian Wax and Spa by Claudia Multiple Locations

brazilianwaxandspabyclaudia.com

Body Sugaring & Wellness Spa 1623 Pickens St Columbia • 803-574-9319 sugaringspa.com

PILATES

918 N Lake Dr Lexington • 803-399-8329 hotworx.net

HOTWORX is a 24-hour studio that offers athletic-style hot yoga and traditional-style hot pilates. Sessions are performed inside an infrared sauna with up to three people per session. There are many benefits to working out in an infrared sauna, including muscle recovery, pain relief, stress reduction, weight loss, anti-aging, skin rejuvenation, improved circulation and more. Additionally, HOTWORX also offers isometric and HIIT-style workouts.

barre3

Multiple Locations barre3.com

Fit Columbia 2121 College St Columbia • 803-394-1247 fitcolumbia.com

CENTER

Profile Plan

Multiple Locations profileplan.com

Profile Plan helps clients lose weight and obtain a healthy lifestyle with the support they need to succeed. Its nutrition and health coaching program helps participants lose three times more weight than at a regular gym. They build custom meal plans for clients that help maximize their experience. Profile Plan wants to support the wellness of those who are pursuing, attaining or sustaining a healthy lifestyle.

Prisma Health Weight Management Center

Columbia • 803-376-5982 prismahealth.org

Bee Healthy Medical Weight Loss 612 St. Andrews Rd #16 Columbia • 803-708-6700 beehealthyclinics.com

WOMEN’S CLINIC

Kraemer Women’s Care

Multiple Locations 803-438-3800 kraemerwomenscare.com

At Kraemer Women’s Care, its physicians provide individualized and comprehensive gynecological, obstetrical and prenatal care for women across the Midlands. Offering a full range of obstetrics and gynecology services from the initial exam to childbirth and through menopause and beyond, the goal is to offer patient-centered medical care based on mutual trust and communication.

Vista Women’s Healthcare 700 Gervais St #300 Columbia • 803-254-3230 vistawomens.com

Lexington Women’s Care Multiple Locations lexingtonwomenscarewestcolumbia.com

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APPLIANCE REPAIR

Appliance Professional

4458 Augusta Rd #3A

Lexington • 803-373-1440 applianceprofessional.com

The team at Appliance Professional knows what it takes to deliver quality service to homeowners. The company delivers every repair with the utmost care and integrity.

Appliance Professional’s certified and trained professionals offer appliance services such as repair for refrigerators, freezers, ice makers, dishwashers, garbage disposals, stoves, ovens, wine coolers, washers, dryers, adjustable mattresses and more.

Sloan Appliance Service

635 Frink St

Cayce • 803-796-6130 sloanappliance.com

Assurance Appliance Repair

4458 Augusta Rd #1D Lexington • 803-957-0807 assuranceappliance.com

APPLIANCE STORE

HOME & GARDEN

CABINET STORE

Jeffers McGill Appliance & Furniture

Columbia • 803-776-4466 jeffersmcgill.com

Jeffers McGill Appliances & Furniture is an appliance, mattress and furniture store offering home, kitchen and laundry appliances, living room furniture, and more. Jeffers offers products like refrigerators, freezers, ice makers, wine coolers, cooktops, stoves, wall ovens, front-load, top-load, and stackable washers, new air conditioners, dehumidifiers, and more. The sales staff helps customers get the best product and price.

Wessinger’s Appliance

1716 Chapin Rd Chapin • 803-345-3647 wessingerappliancesc.com

Economy Furniture Co. 120 Main St Leesville • 803-532-9273 economyfurniture.com

Rocky Tops Granite & Marble 2015 Charleston Hwy Cayce • 803-939-1577

customrockytops.com

Kitchens are where the family comes together, and Rocky Tops Granite & Marble provides beautiful countertops and cabinets for them. Their work combines creative design with expert skill in woodwork and cabinetry. Rocky Tops makes dreams a reality by ensuring their customers’ personal styles are always reflected. The experts can make cabinets for kitchens, bathrooms and more that will last for generations.

Capital Kitchen & Bath Multiple Locations 803-345-5888 capitalkb.com

Lifetime Cabinets & Countertops Multiple Locations lifetimecabinetssc.com

Floor Pro

107 Vera Rd Lexington • 803-356-3776 floorprocarpetcleaner.com

When a home or business needs a deep cleaning, it is important to call in the pros at Floor Pro. Sometimes there is a need for more than a mop or a brush to complete the job, and it can be frustrating to obtain the right resources to do it the right way without overspending on tools and cleaners. Floor Pros takes away that headache and makes cleaning a space easy and painless, leaving something to be proud to show off.

Palmetto Commercial Services

801 Ohio St Columbia • 803-479-0812 palmettocommercialservices.com

Accuclean Carpet Cleaning & Restoration 803-957-1202 accuclean1.vzwebsites.com

CLOSETS

Nation Builders

4115 Edmund Hwy

West Columbia • 803-807-8140

nationsbuildersllc.com

Nation Custom Builders is a family-owned construction company that has served the Midlands for nearly 30 years. Customers will be working with a construction company that understands its clients and is compassionate in dealing with the highs and lows that come with a construction project. Nation builds custom built, made to order, customer designed closets.

Tailored Living

803-388-8893

tailoredliving.com/columbia

Closet Factory

366 Riverchase Way Lexington • 800-838-7995 closetfactory.com

CARPET & FLOORING STORE

Door to Door Floors

844-413-5667 doortodoorfloors.com

Door to Door Floors delivers the best personalized service in selecting and installing new floor coverings. It offers convenience through its mobile showroom, knowledgeable team members, affordable, quality products, professional installation and an accelerated order-to-installation cycle. Door to Door sells all types of floor coverings including carpet, vinyl, hardwood, laminate, ceramic tile and many exotic flooring alternatives.

Floor Boys

Multiple Locations

864-568-7789 floorboys.com

Lake Murray Floor Covering 10076 Broad River Rd Irmo • 803-781-1707 lakemfc.com

COUNTERTOP STORE

Lifetime Cabinets

Multiple Locations

lifetimecabinetssc.com

At Lifetime Cabinets & Countertops, its knowledgeable staff aims to make each interaction as simple as possible. The store works with the top stone suppliers in the region and maintains the top craftsmen to fabricate and install the best finished product. Whether a customer needs a small vanity, updated kitchen, or a specialty product cut from granite, marble, quartz or quartzite, Lifetime Cabinets’ team can do it.

Rocky Tops Granite & Marble

2015 Charleston Hwy Cayce • 803-939-1577 customrockytops.com

Home Outlet

7543 Garners Ferry Rd Columbia • 803-776-1077 homeoutlet.com

Palmetto Commercial Services 801 Ohio St Columbia • 803-479-0812 palmettocommercialservices.com

Palmetto Commercial Services provides clients with high-end, detailed-oriented commercial cleaning services and is expanding to include janitorial services, office cleaning services and more. It has a simple yet effective formula: hire employees with extensive office-cleaning experience, provide those employees with sufficient and superior cleaning equipment, and teach them to clean each office building correctly each time.

NEAT Method Columbia neatmethod.com

Molly Maid of the Midlands and Columbia Columbia • 803-335-5669 mollymaid.com/midlands-columbia

DOOR SALES | INSTALLATION

Home Outlet 7543 Garners Ferry Rd Columbia • 803-776-1077 homeoutlet.com

When planning a home improvement, windows are an excellent way to spruce up the old and create a fresh, new space. Home Outlet, the trusted home-improvement store, carries materials to suit any style, including wood, steel and fiberglass. The store has interior and exterior doors for sale that can be fitted with good hardware such as handles, pulls, knobs and deadbolts that will make doors stand out from the rest.

Champion Replacement Windows of Columbia Columbia • 803-234-6705 championwindow.com/columbia

Universal Windows Direct of Columbia Cayce • 803-794-4300 universalwindowscolumbia.com

HEAT & AIR COMPANY

Cool Care Heating & Air 3102 Bronx Rd Columbia • 803-772-7715 coolcarehvac.com

Cool Care Heating & Air is one of the area’s best choices for air conditioning repair, emergency HVAC repair, indoor air quality solutions, heating repair and more.

The team provides customers with exceptional service so customers can be comfortable knowing their home is taken care of. Cool Care’s experts are trained to handle all kinds of services from air conditioner installation to HVAC preventive maintenance, so homeowners can sit back and relax.

Opening in 2001, Cool Care Heating & Air is a fully licensed, insured and bonded company that is owned and operated by Teresa and Kenny Wardlaw. The Wardlaw’s have over thirty-seven years of combined experience in providing exceptional service and have consistently exceeded the expectations of their loyal customers by showing up when promised, communicating and solving comfort and efficiency problems, while charging a fair price.

Cool Care has hired employees who are dedicated and care about doing the best job possible. In addition, the Wardlaw’s continue to invest heavily in training for the entire team so that Cool Care Heating & Air stays on the cutting edge of industry innovations.

Homeowners do not have time or patience to deal with unreliable HVAC companies that show up late or leave houses a mess. Cool Care Heating & Air prides themselves on being reliable, honest, and professional at all times. They understand how important it is for families to stay warm during those cold winter months, and cool in the hot Columbia summers.

The team’s rapid response times mean they will be there quickly when one needs a heating or cooling repair. Cool Care Heating & Air goes above and beyond when it comes to customer satisfaction.

Richardson’s Heating & Air 324 Amicks Ferry Rd Chapins • 803-345-5221 richardsonsac.com

Cassell Brothers Home Services 10042 Broad River Rd Irmo • 803-525-2564 cassellbros.com

Sunrise Electric Co.

1049 2nd Ave Columbia • 803-261-7434 onlysunrise.com

Sunrise Electric Co. has built a trusted team to install and fix all the home’s electric devices that make living that much easier. No matter the job, from replacing a simple light to rewiring the whole home, Sunrise is always there in a professional, timely manner. Its team offers the best supplies and products that homeowners might not even know they need. That is why people use Sunrise Electric to improve their home’s power.

Creations Electrical 803-518-2315

Gregory Electric Company Multiple Locations gregoryelectric.com

GARAGE DOOR COMPANY

Elite Builders & Remodeling

244 Two Notch Rd

Lexington • 803-261-1766 facebook.com/elitebuildingremodeling

With over 60 years’ experience combined, Elite Builders & Remodeling provides quality remodeling and fencing services for both residential and commercial properties. Whether it is a small job in a backyard or a large commercial project, it has the best materials and workmanship. The team understands that each fence is an extension of values and sense of style, so they use only superior materials and hardware.

Ryan Brewer Fence

122 Gardners Terrace Rd

West Columbia • 803-647-1591 ryanbrewer.net

The Fence Company 803-566-0172 columbiafencingcontractors.com

GARDENING CENTER | NURSERY

Whit-Ash Furnishings 919 Gervais St Columbia • 803-779-5123 whitash.com

With over 40,000-square-feet of showroom filled with all kinds of furniture, Whit-Ash Furnishings still makes it easy to find exactly what homeowners want among its thousands of choices. The knowledgeable staff makes sure every customer gets exactly what they are looking for with the best comfort and style. Whether it is for a living room, dining room or a bonus room, customers will be happy when working with Whit-Ash.

Economy Furniture Co. 120 Main St Leesville • 803-532-9273 economyfurniture.com

Strobler Home Furnishings 4721 Forest Dr Columbia • 803-790-6300 strobler.com

GUTTER INSTALLATION | MAINTENANCE

Overhead Door Company of Columbia

Columbia • 803-768-4682

overheaddoorcolumbia.com

For over 50 years, Overhead Door Company of Columbia has been family owned and operated to serve the loyal customer base throughout the area. From commercial and industrial overhead doors and access systems to residential garage doors and openers, Overhead Door of Columbia combines quality, dependable products and reliable service to consistently give home and business owners confidence and peace of mind.

Precision Overhead

Garage Door Service

Columbia • 803-670-8916

garagedoorscolumbiasc.com

The Garage Door Company 803-274-6720

thegaragedoorcompanysc.com

Boone Fox Farm specializes in seasonal cut flowers and foraged southern beauty. The experts at the nursery aim to provide the area with seasonal, organically-grown blooms. Boone Fox Farm’s thoughtfully-grown flowers provide a reflection of time and place, and are grown to celebrate the beauty nature provides. From purchasing seeds, tubers and potting soil to flowers, every one at Boone helps support the garden center.

Mill Creek Greenhouses

2324 Leesburg Rd Columbia • 803-776-0441 millcreekgreenhousescolumbia.com

Woodley’s Garden Center

Multiple Locations woodleygardencenter.com

Anthony John Construction 1218 S Lake Dr Lexington • 803-518-9873 anthonyjohnconstruction.com

Anthony John Construction is known for its high-quality gutter installations and repairs. Its professionals also fabricate and install commercial box gutters. Services offered range from residential to commercial installations. The company’s seamless gutter systems are fabricated on-site by qualified craftsmen for a custom fit and optimum performance. They go the extra mile, utilizing the best components for all gutter systems.

The Guttermen Multiple Locations theguttermen.com

GutterGuys Premium Exterior Products Columbia • 803-470-1421 gutterguyssc.com

Boone Fox Farm boonefoxfarm.com

CPI Security Systems

877-414-2140 cpisecurity.com

CPI Security Systems is a leader in customized smart home security systems and home automation solutions. It keeps customers connected to their home no matter where they are by bringing real-time knowledge with remote interactive services like system alerts, video monitoring, temperature and door control. CPI’s employees are trained on inclusion at work, and make sure they always treat customers with respect and fairness.

SmartHome Hero

1049 2nd Ave Columbia • 803-769-5150 smarthomehero.io

Vivint Home Security vivint.com

LANDSCAPING

Michael Wayne’s Landscaping

803-386-5824 mwulandscaping.com

Homeowners trust Michael Wayne’s Landscaping to use industry knowledge and high-quality equipment to complete their project perfectly. It is fully-licensed and insured, so customers will not have anything to worry about when its team is on the property. When someone is in need of lawn care services, they can expect outstanding work with Michael Wayne’s.

Blue Moon Landscaping

1836 Pineview Rd Columbia • 803-776-3838 bluemoonlandscaping.com

Trifecta Landscaping

10019 Broad River Rd Irmo • 803-422-0257 trusttrifecta.com

INTERIOR DESIGN

Vie Elan Interiors

803-960-5935 vieelaninteriors.com

What sets Vie Elan Interiors apart is the extra attention they give to clients. Often, clients are afraid to add color or wallpaper or knock out a wall. Lisa Jurgenson, founder of Vie Elan Interior, helps open their eyes to new possibilities and ideas they would not have considered before. They then tackle each room together from the vision to the finishing touches. Every room has grand potential and the team works together to realize it.

Paige Butler, Interior Styling & Design 803-983-0383 facebook.com/paigebutlerinteriorstylinganddesign

Jennifer Fletcher Hazelwood Construction 803-695-9896 hazelwoodconst.com

Nation Builders

4115 Edmund Hwy West Columbia • 803-807-8140 nationsbuildersllc.com

Beginning a kitchen remodeler can be both exciting and overwhelming. The team of professionals at Nation Builders understands the full range of emotions clients may be experiencing and are there to guide every step of the way. They specialize in navigating the typical pitfalls in the construction process so clients can have peace of mind. When it comes to kitchen and bath remodeling, homeowners trust Nation Builders.

Hazelwood Construction Company 803-695-9896 hazelwoodsc.com

Capital Kitchen & Bath Multiple Locations 803-345-5888 capitalkb.com

KITCHEN &

MOVING

The Lite House

3521 Bush River Rd Columbia • 803-798-5400 thelitehouse.com

The area’s most extensive display of chandeliers, pendants, wall lights, recessed lighting, lamps, outdoor lights and landscape lighting is at The Lite House. Since 1973, they have helped customers make informed choices on how to best illuminate spaces. The professional staff lead clients through lighting selection step by step, making expert recommendations based on their room dimensions, personal style and taste.

Gateway Supply Multiple Locations

800-922-5312 gatewaysupply.net

Southeastern Salvage Home Emporium Columbia • 803-776-6676 southeasternsalvage.com

Michaelis Mattress

Multiple Locations 803-782-2337 michaelismattress.com

Michaelis Mattress has been one of the most trusted mattress sources for more than three decades. The store offers a low-pressure environment to find a new, comfortable bed for a customer’s home. Michaelis’ carries a full line of Sealy, Tempur-Pedic, and Simmons mattresses. The store also offers a selection of adjustable beds, bedroom furniture, daybeds, futons, iron beds and more.

Best Mattress Multiple Locations bestmattress.net

Carolina Mattress and Furniture 695 Johnnie Dodds Blvd Mt. Pleasant • 843-666-4000 carolina-mattress.com

The Moving Squad 3118 Augusta Rd West Columbia • 803-305-0275 movingsquadsc.com

People count on the experts at The Moving Squad for all their residential or commercial moving needs. It offers professional moving services in the Lexington area at great prices and will not surprise with hidden fees. Residents are guaranteed that The Moving Squad’s team will be responsible and courteous. They can get the job done efficiently and effectively, even on short notice.

Gentlemen Movers Inc. Multiple Locations gentlemenmoversinc.com

Two Men and a Truck 126 Atlas Ct Ste B Columbia • 803-310-7445 twomenandatruck.com

OUTDOOR LIVING

Tropic Aire Patio Gallery 1404 Charleston Hwy West Columbia • 803-796-3237 tropicaire.com

With Tropic Aire Patio Gallery, homeowners can add colorful umbrellas to their outdoor space to block the sun and keep everyone nice and cool. Outdoor furniture offers a shady place for everyone to sit down and relax. From a complete outdoor dining set and relaxation lounge area to a fabulous bar and matching stools, customers will love spending time outside after they shop Tropic Aire.

Casual Living 6006 Two Notch Rd Columbia • 803-754-5022 casuallivingsc.com

Outdoor Wood Furniture 718 Meeting St West Columbia • 803-794-9921 outdoorwood.com

Family Pest Management

803-513-6104 facebook.com/fpmsc

Family Pest Management specializes in protecting homes against common pests, including insects and rodents. Its team also offers integrated plans to help protect the whole home with moisture barriers, foundation vents and preventative maintenance services. These pest experts use their knowledge to get rid of pests and prevent re-infestation. If pests come back, so does Family Pet Management, at no charge.

Cayce Exterminating

2229 Taylor Rd Cayce • 803-796-5588 caycebugs.com

Modern Exterminating Company Multiple Locations pestfreesc.com

REMODELER | CONTRACTOR

Carolina Backflow

803-359-3355 carolinabackflow.com

Carolina Backflow excels in residential and commercial backflow inspections, installation and repair services. It offers testing, maintenance and program management services for water utilities on a contract basis. Carolina Backflow can assess needs to address all water-quality issues. Additionally, quality-control systems and services meet all guidelines that are of concern to the community.

Freedom Plumbing

5569 Platt Springs Rd

Lexington • 803-447-0471 freedom-plumbing.com

A.P. Plumbing 803-360-7499 applumbingsc.business.site

POOLS & SPAS

Anthony John Construction

1218 S Lake Dr

Lexington • 803-518-9873 anthonyjohnconstruction.com

Anthony John Construction is the trusted professional for water, fire and mold remediation, home additions, remodeling, repairs, and storm damage repairs. Its team can help home or business owners make dreams come true, or make a place of business safer and more welcoming. They also help clients respond quickly to any further potential issues.

Rumsey Construction & Restoration

Columbia • 803-592-3394 rumseycr.com

Nation Builders

4115 Edmund Hwy West Columbia • 803-807-8140 nationsbuildersllc.com

Fasnacht Pools

3347 Augusta Hwy Gilbert • 803-785-0059 fasnachtpools.com

Fasnacht Pools provides a solution to hot days by providing outdoor pools. Its design and installation professionals work with homeowners to design the perfect swimming pool for all families. Its inventory provides pools in a variety of shapes and sizes as well as an option to design one’s own pool. Fasnacht also does repairs, regular maintenance and installation of accessories.

Pete Alewine Pool & Spa 5541 Sunset Blvd Lexington • 800-373-2238 petealewinepools.com

Jack Oliver’s Pool, Spa & Patio 3303 Forest Dr Columbia • 803-251-0272 jackoliverpools.com

VOTING

We are your local full-service restoration company with extensive experience handling both residential and commercial projects.

Whether you have had water, fire, or storm damage our team can assist you from water mitigation to reconstruction. Our goal is to protect your home and health throughout your project and provide the highest level of customer service.

Rumsey Construction & Restoration Columbia • 803-592-3394 rumseycr.com

Rumsey Construction & Restoration are the disaster restoration experts in the state. Every time its team works with someone, it is their responsibility to give an outstanding experience, quality craftsmanship, attention to detail, superior customer service and solutions suited to their needs and budgets. Whether a place has been affected by fire, flood, rain or mold, the company is available to take care of it.

Rytech Restoration of the Midlands 803-400-8632 columbia-sc.rytechinc.com

SERVPRO of Richland County 112 N Shorecrest Dr Columbia • 803-419-0470 servpro.com

ROOFING COMPANY

Anthony John Construction 1218 S Lake Dr Lexington • 803-518-9873 anthonyjohnconstruction.com

As a local roofing contractor, understanding clients’ goals for a project is crucial. Anthony John Construction’s goal is to help clients understand the process and products that go into a home-improvement project. Additionally, its team also provides a high level of service clients expect during and after the roofing process. The variety of services it offers includes roof installations, replacements, repairs, restoration and more.

Heritage Roofing

122 Royal Oaks Ln Lexington • 803-796-3327 heritageroofingco.com

Burgin Roofing Services 6375 St. Andrews Rd Columbia • 803-798-0063 burginroofing.com

Champion Replacement Windows of Columbia

Columbia • 803-234-6705

championwindow.com/columbia

Champion Replacement Windows of Columbia is one of the nation’s trusted home-improvement companies. It transforms homes with premium-quality products that are designed, built and installed by its team of professionals. Its showroom is run by a talented manager and staff. They want every customer nationwide to receive quality products backed by unsurpassed customer service and powerful warranties.

Rennison Roofing & Exteriors

7126 Broad River Rd

Irmo • 803-728-6686 rennisonroofing.com

Pella Windows & Doors of Irmo 120 Dutchman Blvd

Irmo • 803-407-1112 pella.com

WINDOW TREATMENTS

Budget Blinds of Lexington and Chapin

803-621-9233

budgetblinds.com/lexington

With 30 years’ experience in custom window blinds, shades, drapes and more, Budget Blinds of Lexington and Chapin provides design-driven solutions. The store has local experts specializing in everything from blinds and automated shades to custom draperies and the finest designer details. The team gets to know their customers and their unique styles so that they can deliver the perfect solution for their homes.

Bella Eleganza Window Fashions 803-317-8191

Budget Blinds of Forest Lake 803-619-5534

budgetblinds.com/forestlakesc

LAW

CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAW

ESTATE LAW

FAMILY LAW

Bernstein & Bernstein

1019 Assembly St Columbia • 803-799-7900 bernsteinandbernstein.com

Bernstein & Bernstein has been providing legal services since 1943 and is committed to excellent representation. The attorneys have the knowledge and experience to successfully defend clients who have been accused of a crime, particularly DUIs, drug offenses and white-collar crimes. Lowell Bernstein is a former federal appellate judicial law clerk and a former assistant solicitor with extensive knowledge in both federal and state courts.

Harpootlian Law

1410 Laurel St Columbia • 803-252-4848 harpootlianlaw.com

Law Office of James R. Snell, Jr.

123 Harmon St Lexington • 888-301-6004 snelllaw.com

Bernstein & Bernstein

1019 Assembly St Columbia • 803-799-7900 bernsteinandbernstein.com

Attorney Beth Bernstein handles most of the estate planning for Bernstein & Bernstein. She is experienced in handling probate administration and simple estate planning for the firm’s clients. Beth provides excellent legal services to clients regardless of the complexity of the case or compensation involved. She is committed to client service and to developing an intimate knowledge of each client’s needs and objectives.

McDonnell & Associates

Law Firm

Columbia • 866-931-8793 mcdonnelllawfirm.com

LawyerLisa

5175 Sunset Blvd #1 Lexington • 803-563-5163 lawyerlisa.com

Pozsik & Carpenter Law Firm

1314 Lincoln St #305 Columbia • 803-764-1105 familylawcolumbia.com

Dealing with a family law matter is often difficult. The Pozsik & Carpenter Law Firm’s attorneys treat every case with compassion. They understand they are working with clients through some of their worst days and work hard to obtain a fair outcome. When working with Pozsik & Carpenter, clients can rest assured they will be informed about the status of their case and receive practical advice to achieve the best outcome possible.

McDonnell & Associates

Law Firm

Columbia • 866-931-8793 mcdonnelllawfirm.com

Burriss & Ridgeway

Personal Injury Attorneys Columbia • 803-991-4529 burrisslaw.com

Pinilla Law Firm

7 Surrey Ct Ste A Columbia • 803-728-0045 pinilla-law.com

Founded in 2012, Pinilla Law Firm is run by the brother-sister team of Mike and Jennifer Pinilla. The firm began with the goal of creating a different sort of law firm, one where compassionate representation and dedication to clients provides real solutions and justice. Immigration law changes constantly, and Pinilla Law is there to provide experienced counsel and support when facing the daunting U.S. immigration system.

The Carolina Law Group

824 Meeting St West Columbia • 803-881-1110 thecarolinalawgroup.com

Charles A. Phipps 6156 St. Andrews Rd Columbia • 803-233-8374 charlesaphipps.com

PERSONAL INJURY LAW

Bernstein & Bernstein

1019 Assembly St Columbia • 803-799-7900 bernsteinandbernstein.com

The attorneys at Bernstein & Bernstein are experienced professionals who work on their clients’ behalf to help them achieve the best outcome. The strength and reputation of the firm was built upon the strong foundation of ingenuity and leadership demonstrated by Mr. Bernstein, who helped create and shape new law and precedent during his career. These same principles and values are instilled in its attorneys today.

McDonnell & Associates Law Firm

Columbia • 866-931-8793 mcdonnelllawfirm.com

LawyerLisa

5175 Sunset Blvd #1 Lexington • 803-563-5163 lawyerlisa.com

WORKERS’ COMPENSATION LAW

Bernstein & Bernstein

1019 Assembly St Columbia • 803-799-7900 bernsteinandbernstein.com

The attorneys at Bernstein & Bernstein have extensive experience in personal-injury law. Its attorneys serve as tireless advocates for clients and deliver excellent results for those who have been seriously injured. The attorneys will examine the facts, evaluate the claim, determine which parties and insurance companies are responsible, and organize all of the details related to preparing and presenting their client’s case.

Reeves & Lyle

1527 Blanding St Columbia • 803-929-0001 reevesandlyle.com

Joye Law Firm

1333 Main St #260 Columbia • 803-618-4189 joyelawfirm.com

Lourie Law Firm

1450 Harden St Columbia • 803-799-9805 lourielawfirm.com

The state’s workers’ compensation system is complicated, and Lourie Law Firm has the experience and knowledge to ensure workers are given what they are entitled to. The lawyers at Lourie Law Firm have decades of experience helping workers reach a just result, whether it is acute injury due to a labor-intensive occupation or repetitive stress injuries such as carpal tunnel syndrome, Lourie Law Firm is in the worker’s corner.

Bernstein & Bernstein

1019 Assembly St Columbia • 803-799-7900 bernsteinandbernstein.com

Reeves & Lyle

1527 Blanding St Columbia • 803-929-0001 reevesandlyle.com

Lisa Jurgensen Designer

AUTO COLLISION CENTER

AUTO DEALERSHIP - NEW

MOTORS

AUTO DEALERSHIP - PRE-OWNED

Ellison Collision & Customs

244 E Church St

Leesville • 803-317-6069

ellisoncollision.com

When someone has a car that needs a complete restoration, they go to Ellison Collision & Customs. With more than 17 years of experience combined, the expert and knowledgeable mechanics provide excellent work and customer service. The goal at Ellison Collision is to make sure that a customer’s vehicle runs like new again and is back on the road in no time. They love bringing life back into old classic cars.

Gerber Collision & Glass

Multiple Locations gerbercollision.com

Caliber Collision Multiple Locations caliber.com

Jim Hudson Automotive Group

4035 Kaiser Hill Rd

Columbia • 803-720-9925

jimhudsongm.com

Family-owned and operated since 1980, the expert staff at Jim Hudson Automotive Group is committed to making the purchasing experience enjoyable. Whether buying a new vehicle, getting repairs, or looking for new parts or accessories, they will exceed customer expectations and provide the most satisfaction through courteous service. Brand-new Buick and GMC models are available for purchase or test drive.

Honda of Columbia

4333 Sunset Blvd Lexington • 803-256-0156 hondaofcolumbia.com

Dick Smith Nissan 9940 Two Notch Rd Columbia • 803-256-6600 columbianissan.dicksmith.com

Jim Hudson Automotive Group

4035 Kaiser Hill Rd

Columbia • 803-720-9925

jimhudsongm.com

Family-owned and operated since 1980, the experts at Jim Hudson Automotive Group make the buying experience enjoyable like no other. Whether buying a new vehicle, getting repairs, or looking for new parts or accessories, Jim Hudson will exceed expectations and provide the most satisfaction through professional service. Their huge selection of cars, trucks and SUVs are all available for a test drive.

Godwin Motors

4032 W Beltline Blvd Columbia • 803-252-8774 godwinmotors.com

Golden Motors 80 Weed Dr Columbia • 803-808-5235 goldenmotorsonline.com

Premier Auto Detailing

803-602-4557 premierautodetailingsc.com

Premier Auto Detailing is a mobile detailing service serving Columbia, Lexington, and surrounding counties. A professional detail is one of the best things someone can get to maintain the look of their car. The heat and humidity can take a toll on paint, dashes, and leathers by causing them to fade, bubble or crack. Premier Auto Detailing can make any car look like new.

Mad Dog Mobile Detailing

803-580-9652 maddogdetailing.com

Golden Motors

80 Weed Dr

Columbia • 803-808-5235 goldenmotorsonline.com

BOAT DEALERSHIP

Mid-Carolina Marine

718 Sunset Blvd

West Columbia • 803-791-1770

midcarolinamarine.com

Opened in 1979, Mid-Carolina Marine continues to provide customers with quality boats backed by award-winning service. Each employee is experienced, many having worked there for over a decade. Its riggers prepare the boats with attention to detail while the certified service techs provide the knowledge to keep customers on the water. The dealership offers a wide inventory of fresh and saltwater fishing and cruising boats.

Captain’s Choice Marine

Multiple Locations

ccmarine.com

Cove2Coast Marine

181 Pontiac Business Center Dr Elgin • 803-736-0035 cbwofcolumbia.com

AUTO SERVICE CENTER

Central Glass

4308 Augusta Rd

Lexington • 803-220-4640 centralglasslexington.com

When chips turn to cracks or the pane shatters altogether, Central Glass has the glass-replacement services to help. It offers high-quality glass services, including windshield and side mirror replacement for commercial, residential and industrial clients. All its technicians have over 20 years’ experience in the industry. This expertise lets them offer first-class service that is quick, efficient and will not break the bank.

Safelite AutoGlass

161 Winhill Rd

Columbia • 803-849-8516 safelite.com

Ace Glass Multiple Locations aceglasssc.com

Abbott’s Auto Care & Tire

1645 W Main St Lexington • 803-356-8851 abbottsautocare.com

All automotive repair and mechanic services at Abbott’s Auto Care & Tire are performed by highly-qualified mechanics. The mechanic shop works on numerous vehicles with the use of quality truck and car-repair equipment. Whether they are working on a passenger car, medium-sized truck, mini-van or SUV, Abbott’s works to ensure that the vehicle will be performing at its best before leaving one of its service bays.

Danny’s Automotive

1121 Sparkleberry Ln Columbia • 803-865-4066 dannysautomotive.com

Lake Murray Tire & Automotive 258 Columbia Ave Chapin • 803-345-2610 lakemurraytireandauto.com

AUTO

Gene’s Marine Service

1721 W Main St Lexington • 803-996-0771

Whether taking on rough seas or going for a calm lake trip, Gene’s Marine Service offers repairs, detailing, and custom boat decals and numbers for any watercraft. Gene’s has the best mobile boat services that will exceed customer expectations and is backed by positive reviews. They are experts, not amateurs and will leave one’s boat running better than ever.

Captain’s Choice Marine

Multiple Locations

ccmarine.com

Mid-Carolina Marine

718 Sunset Blvd West Columbia • 803-791-1770 midcarolinamarine.com

OIL CHANGE

Abbott’s Auto Care & Tire

1645 W Main St

Lexington • 803-356-8851 abbottsautocare.com

During a lube and oil change at Abbott’s Auto Care & Tire, the service staff will lubricate the chassis and the internal framework that holds the car together because oil and lube changes are important for keeping a car’s engine functioning properly. When Abbott’s finishes with a job, the engine will be running smoothly, complete with a new oil filter, oil and expertly-lubricated chassis.

Pope-Davis Tire & Automotive

Multiple Locations popedavistire.com

Danny’s Automotive

1121 Sparkleberry Ln Columbia • 803-865-4066 dannysautomotive.com

Time To Shine Car Wash

5490 Forest Dr Columbia • 803-851-4172 timetoshinecarwash.com

Time To Shine Car Wash can get any car clean with supreme washing services. The business is an express car wash that features free vacuums, microfiber towels, compressed air, glass cleaner and the use of its mat cleaner machine with any wash. Time To Shine offers monthly memberships for affordable prices that allow customers to wash their car regularly to keep it shining like new.

Frank’s Car Wash

Multiple Locations frankscarwash.com

Sunset Car Wash 1918 Sunset Blvd West Columbia • 803-739-7009 sunsetcarwashsc.com

RV DEALERSHIP

John’s RV Sales & Service

165 Business Park Rd

Lexington • 800-779-2957 johnsrv.com

Founded in 1978, John’s RV Sales & Service features one of the south’s largest selections of new and pre-owned RVs including travel trailers, motorhomes, touring coaches, toy haulers and more in brands like Airstream, Winnebago and Nexus RV. The service team provides personalized and reliable customer service. Whether it is a cross-country trip or tailgating at the big game, John’s RV keeps customers mobile and comfortable.

Lester’s RV

14620 C R Koon Hwy

Newberry • 803-276-8201 lestersrv.com

Barnyard RV Park

201 Oak Dr Lexington • 803-957-1238 barnyardrvpark.com

Southern Carolina Cycles

679 Two Notch Rd Lexington • 803-546-4001 southerncarolinacycles.com

Riding is freedom, and no place offers more freedom at a lower price than Southern Carolina Cycles. It is a mom and pop-style shop that offers quick and easy trade-ins as well as awesome customer service. Its size means Southern Carolina Cycles guarantees low overhead and the best prices in the area for ultra-clean, low-mileage bikes from names like Harley Davidson and models like the Heritage Softail Classic and Night Train.

Harley Haven 941 Western Ln Irmo • 803-781-1837 harley-haven.com

Capital City Cycles 7810 Two Notch Rd Columbia • 803-779-3110 capitalcitycycles.net

TIRE SHOP

Abbott’s Auto Care & Tire

1645 W Main St Lexington • 803-356-8851 abbottsautocare.com

When tires are worn or unsatisfactory, people purchase and install new ones through Abbott’s Auto Care & Tire. Worn tires will not perform correctly, but that is not the only reason to install new tires. Depending on the environment and needs, it may be wise to purchase and install new tires because using tires that are unfit for specific needs can quickly deteriorate them. Abbott’s expert staff can help find the right tire for anyone.

Nuttall Tire

3215 Two Notch Rd Columbia • 803-254-7988 nuttalltire.com

Pope-Davis Tire & Automotive Multiple Locations popedavistire.com

REAL ESTATE

APARTMENT COMMUNITY

COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE

HOMEBUILDER

York Woods at Lake Murray

Apartment Homes

Columbia • 833-241-0158 yorkwoodsapts.com

York Woods at Lake Murray Apartment Homes offers luxury urban living. Its spacious apartments have all the amenities tenants could want. The apartments feature open layouts, large windows, generous closets, upscale bathrooms, upgraded appliances and granite countertops. In addition, the outdoor common areas include a lounge with firepit, gas grill stations, fitness center, yoga studio, turf pet park and a resort-style pool.

The Cardinal 4615 Forest Dr Columbia • 803-859-5328 liveatcardinal.com

The Row at the Stadium

1105 Shop Rd Columbia • 803-393-8442 therowcolumbia.com

Trinity Partners

1501 Main St #410

Columbia • 803-567-5454 trinity-partners.com

When it comes to commercial real estate, smart businesses use Trinity Partners. Its team offers experience, creativity and a competitive approach designed to deliver measurable results for business owners nationwide. Trinity Partners maintains successful industry relationships, a direct result of its team’s high performance. The team gets the job done, spurred on by their market knowledge and unbeatable spirit.

NAI Columbia 807 Gervais St Columbia • 803-254-0100 naicolumbia.com

The Hunt Team Coldwell Banker Columbia • 803-386-9872 huntllc.com

Gage Construction 803-931-6143 gageconstructionsc.com

Founded in 2008, Gage Construction is a full-service homebuilding company versed in all aspects of residential construction. Every part of the build from site preparation to the move-in is tailored to clients’ tastes and needs. Its skilled carpenters love to take the dreams of their clients and make them realities, and they understand the emotions that go into building a new home or making a serious renovation.

Great Southern Homes 844-766-4663 greatsouthernhomes.com

Callaway Construction 803-753-7948 callawayconstruction.com

SPONSORED BY

ESTATE

Open Door Properties

744 Sunset Blvd #103 West Columbia • 803-730-1903 theopendoorproperties.com

Some services offered by Open Door Properties include pricing analysis, rental advertising, background checks, rent collection, maintenance management and real-estate sales. With its expert inspections, Open Door’s goal is to keep clients’ properties within a competitive pricing model. Its team keeps up with housing trends to ensure the best return on investment while also keeping properties filled and revenue flowing.

The Fowler Company

721 King St Columbia • 803-256-6295 256rent.com

Ray Covington Property Management Columbia • 803-319-2882 raycovingtonpropertymanagement.com

Kimberly McCoy

ERA Wilder Realty Lexington • 803-413-5510 facebook.com/kimberlymccoyscrealestate

Kimberly McCoy is a professional, skilled Realtor working in the Midlands who understands that real estate is likely to be the largest investment one will ever make. Because no two clients are the same, Kimberly tailors her service to meet individual needs, whether purchasing a home, investing, downsizing or relocating precious military clients. She helps minimize stress as clients make their dreams a reality.

Kate Sweeten

The Sweeten Group Lexington • 803-960-5024 facebook.com/thesweetengroup

Whit Moore Coldwell Banker Realty 803-603-2002 coldwellbanker.com

REAL ESTATE BROKER

Jill Moylan

Home Advantage Realty Columbia • 803-771-2424 homeadvantagerealty.com

Establishing her own realty practice over 30 years ago at her dining room table, Jill Moylan is the Realtor to call for anyone looking to sell their home. From a humble start, Jill now employs over 100 agents, establishing deep roots in her community after recognizing a need for more responsive real-estate services. She offers professional, high-caliber sales experience that builds all operations around client satisfaction.

Diane Bunnell

Home Advantage Realty Columbia • 803-771-2424 homeadvantagerealty.com

Rhonda Walsh

Home Advantage Realty Columbia • 803-600-3621 homeadvantagerealty.com

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Home Advantage Realty Multiple Locations homeadvantagerealty.com

Home Advantage Realty, established over 30 years ago, is an award-winning, locally-owned real-estate company and the first choice for home buyers and sellers. Accessible through multiple locations in the area, Home Advantage provides professional, client-centric service. Its commitment to those it serves has allowed Home Advantage to be voted Best Real Estate Agency in Columbia every year for the past decade.

ERA Wilder Realty Multiple Locations erawilderrealty.com

Coldwell Banker Realty Lexington Office Lexington • 803-957-5566 coldwellbankerhomes.com

REAL ESTATE TEAM

The Downing Group Keller Williams Columbia Columbia • 803-973-0809 thedowninggroup.com

The Downing Group is the top real-estate team in the area. In addition to high-quality service and a knowledgeable team, The Downing Group provides free resources that help homeowners understand the industry, so their extensive expertise is truly accessible. According to experienced real-estate clients, owner Brent Downing and his team have renewed their faith in the profession through their first-class service.

Carolina Results Team

Keller Williams Columbia Columbia • 803-575-0411 carolinaresultsteam.com

The Hoffman Group Keller Williams Columbia • 803-528-3336 803homesales.com

CUSTOMER SERVICE

DRY CLEANERS

Water is essential for life, that is why Carolina Backflow is committed to keeping its customers’ water utilities safe and uncontaminated. To reach this aim, it specializes in commercial and residential backflow inspections, installation, repair, maintenance and program management services that exceed customer expectations and meet all regulations. Carolina Backflow will keep one’s water safe.

Lowes Foods

Multiple Locations lowesfoods.com

Nation Custom Builders

4115 Edmund Hwy

West Columbia • 803-807-8140 nationsbuildersllc.com

Lexington Dry Cleaning

485 Industrial Dr Lexington • 803-808-1159 lexingtondryclean.com

If one values their clothes, then Lexington Dry Cleaning is the place to go for all cleaning needs. It offers pick up and delivery service, clothing alterations, shoe repair, leather and fur services, and fabric and fire restoration. Its patented GreenEarth cleaning process leaves clothes stainless, odorless, and keeps them soft and silky. Gentle on fabric, the process is both environmentally friendly and ideal for even ones’ delicate items.

Zebra Cleaners

Multiple Locations zebracleaners.com

Burnette’s Cleaners

623 Beltline Blvd Columbia • 803-782-6684 facebook.com/burnettescleaners

FLORIST

Tim’s Touch Flowers & Gifts

5175 Sunset Blvd Ste A Lexington • 803-808-3608 timstouchflorist.com

Tim’s Touch Flowers & Gifts has been in business since 1999. The florist is more than “just flowers.” Tim’s Touch provides distinctive floral designs, beautiful plants, gifts and European garden baskets for all life event occasions or “just because.” Custom designs are its specialty with its knowledge of preferred colors, types of flowers and style for the customers. Tim’s Touch also offers fundraising programs for nonprofit groups.

Blossom Shop

2001 Devine St Columbia • 803-799-3730 blossomshopcolumbiasc.com

American Floral

7565 St. Andrews Rd Irmo • 803-732-7950 americanfloral.biz

Shives Funeral Home

Multiple Locations

shivesfuneralhome.com

The loss of a loved one can be overwhelming, which is why Shives Funeral Home specializes in burial, entombment and inurnment as well as working with families to heal from their loss. They offer a full-service funeral home paired with a peaceful and intimate setting where people find closure, renewal and togetherness. It offers grief-healing resources and designs opportunities for loved ones to honor the memory of those who have passed.

Dunbar Funeral Home

Multiple Locations dunbarfunerals.com

Leevy’s Funeral Home Multiple Locations leevy.com

PET BOARDING

Central Bark

2931 Augusta Rd

West Columbia • 803-866-2275

centralbarkwestcolumbia.com

Sometimes it is nice to get away, but leaving home overnight can cause stress for dogs and their owners. Sleepovers at Central Bark offers dogs a calm and relaxing night in a comfortable environment. Staying at the pet-loving boarding center helps reduce the stress of being away from home and gives owners peace of mind knowing their dog is having a great day with their friends in a safe and loving environment.

Dog Daze

1241 Veterans Rd Columbia • 803-695-0091 dogdaze-sc.com

Camp Bow Wow

655 Superior St Columbia • 803-748-4544 campbowwow.com

Silicon Solutions

3121 Millwood Ave Columbia • 803-765-2345 siliconsolutions.com

Providing technology service for over 20 years, Silicon Solutions is the premier computer sales and repair shop in the area. It offers laptops, desktops and parts sales, on-site computer service and repair, and virus removal for both Apple and Microsoft products. With reasonable prices, great service and seasonal sales, Silicon Solutions is the tech provider and repair store that will deliver quality without breaking the bank.

That Computer Store

275 Harbison Blvd Ste P Columbia • 803-462-4199 thatcomputerstore.net

Millcore Computing 803-615-6155 millcore.com

PET DAYCARE

Central Bark

2931 Augusta Rd

West Columbia • 803-866-2275

centralbarkwestcolumbia.com

Central Bark gives dogs a safe and loving environment to play and learn in with the socialization, mental stimulation and physical exercise their minds and bodies need to stay healthy and happy for a lifetime. Central Bark focuses on canine enrichment and works to enhance a dog’s overall quality of life. Enrichment-focused doggy day care is their specialty, and nobody does it quite like Central Bark.

Camp Bow Wow

655 Superior St Columbia • 803-748-4544 campbowwow.com

Dog Daze

1241 Veterans Rd Columbia • 803-695-0091 dogdaze-sc.com

Harvest Hope Food Bank

2220 Shop Rd Columbia • 803-254-4432 harvesthope.org

Everyone deserves a full stomach and access to good food, which is why Harvest Hope Food Bank aims to provide for the hungry in the area. Beginning operations in 1981, Harvest Hope works with stores to save and redistribute food to pantries, shelters and soup kitchens. Now servicing 20 counties across the state, it is still committed to its mission of eliminating food insecurity for the most vulnerable and hungry populations.

Special Olympics South Carolina

109 Oak Park Dr Irmo • 803-772-1555 so-sc.org

Central Carolina Community Foundation Columbia • 803-254-5601 yourfoundation.org

PET GROOMING

Little Barks Grooming

6030 Saint Andrews Rd Ste B Columbia • 803-503-7166

littlebarksgrooming.com

Little Barks Grooming is much more than just a trim for pups. It offers a holistic approach from a certified canine esthetician and fear-free certified professional groomers. Comfort begins at the door with calming music in the boutique area. Dogs meet the groomers before they are taken care of to assure the owners their pal is in good hands. At Little Barks, calm and comfortable is the goal for every pup and every service.

Buffy’s Bark ‘n’ Bubbles

5176 Augusta Hwy Leesville • 803-600-6688 facebook.com/buffysbarknbubbles

Central Bark 2931 Augusta Rd West Columbia • 803-866-2275 centralbarkwestcolumbia.com

JMB Photography

803-808-9876 jmbphotographysc.com

While living in the moment is important, photos done by JMB Photography will provide memories that will last forever.

Owner Jo Marie Brown creates beautiful images for any occasion including weddings, birthdays, graduations, family gatherings, heirlooms, fashion shoots, and more. She provides a heartfelt storytelling approach in each session, making shoots a lighthearted experience. She can work with any schedule.

Nikki Morgan Photography

612 St. Andrews Rd #8 Columbia • 803-463-9912 nikkimorganphotography.com

Logan Jay Photography 803-997-0072 loganjayphotography.com

TATTOO SHOP

8 Sins Tattoo

2301 Bush River Rd Ste C Columbia • 803-750-2485

Employing award-winning artists, 8 Sins Tattoo is one of the most popular tattoo parlors in the area for a reason— its workers care about the tattoo experience. Past customers have commented on the friendly, personable atmosphere, immaculately clean shop space and artists that do not rest until their clients are satisfied with their work.

8 Sins is the place to go for both amazing artwork and superb customer service.

Animated Canvas Custom Tattoo

4325 Augusta Rd Lexington • 803-359-3241 animatedcanvas.com

Mr. Shorty’s Tattoo Emporium

1054 S Lake Dr Ste C Lexington • 803-808-5761 mrshortys.com

PLACE TO WORK

Soda City Movers

3100 N Main St Columbia • 803-731-7792 sodacitymovers.com

Soda City Movers’ goal is to provide a premium customer experience that reduces moving-day stress. Its management team has a combined 50-plus years of experience and each mover is background checked and trained to ensure the best handling of all ones’ goods and furniture. Soda City removes the jargon and hidden fees from the moving process, allowing customers to enjoy their move at the lowest possible price.

Palmetto Retina Center

124 Sunset Ct West Columbia • 803-931-0077 palmettoretina.com

Bauknight, Pietras & Stormer, PA

1501 Main St #600 Columbia • 803-771-8943 bps.cpa

VETERINARIAN

Veterinary Care Center

2925 Augusta Rd West Columbia • 803-796-6961

When a pet is sick, owners would do well to take them to Veterinary Care Center. It is a local, family-owned veterinary clinic providing personalized care for its patients and their owners. The staff is made up of talented, compassionate professionals who have dedicated their lives to helping animals and educating owners on how best to improve both pets’ lives, and their own quality of life.

Shandon-Wood Animal Clinic

912 Daly St Columbia • 803-254-9257 shandonwood.com

Dutch Fork Animal Hospital

1780 Dutch Fork Rd Irmo • 803-781-7483 dutchforkanimalhospital.com

Roper Staffing 803-798-8500 roperstaffing.com

Established in 1981 after the founder and current president was laid off his own job, Roper Staffing is a full-service staffing agency serving clients and potential employees in the area. Roper’s takes the time to get to know prospective employees, beyond their resume, and uses that information to place them in the right careers. It saves clients time and money by solving their recruiting concerns, allowing them to get back to business.

Kudzu Staffing

1221 Bower Pkwy Columbia • 803-217-3320 kudzustaffing.com

Snelling Staffing Services 6941 N Trenholm Rd Columbia • 803-359-7644 snelling.com/midlands

WEDDING VENUE

Twelve Oak Estate 125 Kittal Rd Lexington • 803-979-1341 twelveoakestate.com

Since its opening in 2018, Twelve Oak Estate has hosted some of the most beautiful celebrations. Constructed in 1991, the venue’s grand manor is centered on more than 100 acres boasting large pastures, stables and a private, 5000-square-foot airplane hangar to be used for a wedding or event. Twelve Oak Estate’s unique venue offers stunning southern charm and beautiful spaces to create the perfect day.

The River Road & Jasmine Houses and Gardens Columbia • 803-315-4953 riverroadjasmine.net

701 Whaley

701 Whaley St Columbia • 803-771-0101

701whaley.com

STAFFING

SHOPPING

ANTIQUES | COLLECTIBLES

BICYCLE SHOP

BOUTIQUE SHOP

The Warehouse 312 State St West Columbia • 803-834-7557 thewarehousesc.com

It is The Warehouse’s belief that a customers’ home should reflect their personality rather than the latest trend. It encourages creativity and repurposes items to fit any lifestyle. It is very important to its antique enthusiasts to be a good member of the community, both locally and globally. The Warehouse also supports local artists and crafters, believing shopping local has never been more important.

Little Mountain Unlimited

1528 Main St

Little Mountain • 803-345-6440 facebook.com/littlemountainantiques

The Little Green Door

1533 Richland St Columbia • 803-764-3033 facebook.com/thelittlegreendoorsc

Outspokin’ Bicycles

Multiple Locations 803-254-9797 outspokinbicycles.com

Opened in 1982, Ouspokin’ Bicycles’ product line is second to none, and includes brands like Trek, State Bicycle Co., Bontrager, Saris, Garmin, and more. It also specializes in bicycle fittings for every kind of riding, including road, triathlon, mountain, and commuter, as well as providing repair and maintenance jobs like tune-ups, wheel building, or frame repair. Its employees ride regularly and can assist at all levels.

Cycle Center

1001 Harden St Columbia • 803-256-0557 cyclecenter.com

Cola Town Bike Collective

711 Elmwood Ave Columbia • 803-216-5106 colatownbikes.com

Miss Cocky Multiple Locations misscocky.com

When looking for a unique collection of fashionable, fun, and festive clothing and game day pieces, look no further than Miss Cocky. According to customers, Miss Cocky boasts a helpful and friendly staff that keeps them coming back for quality apparel, and plenty of items they cannot find elsewhere. Whether prepping for the big game or browsing for the next new outfit, Miss Cocky has it all.

Monkee’s of Columbia

3211 Devine St Columbia • 803-764-2890 monkeesofcolumbia.com

Pink Sorbet 2726 Devine St Columbia • 803-251-2525 shoppinksorbet.com

Jo-Lin’s Bridal

7585 St. Andrews Rd Irmo • 803-781-9697 jolins.com

A wedding is a uniquely touching experience and Jo-Lin’s Bridal can make even more special. A locally-owned business specializing in formal wear, it offers a quality selection for dressing not only brides-to-be, but also bridesmaids, brides’ mothers, grooms and groomsmen, and even prom attendees. For weddings and any other formal occasion, Jo-Lin’s has the right outfit. No appointment is needed, ust walk in and get started.

Evelyn’s Bridal & Formal Wear

28 Townlee Ln Lugoff • 803-438-8141 evelynsbridalonline.com

New York Bride & Groom of Columbia Columbia • 803-560-6400 nybrideofcolumbia.com

CONSIGNMENT | THRIFT SHOP

Essential Vapors & CBD Multiple Locations

myessentialvapors.com

Essential Vapors & CBD is the place to go when looking for quality CBD products. The store offers a wide variety of CBD and Delta 8 products. Essential Vapors also has tinctures, gummies, lotions, salves and CBD for pets. The CND and vape experts work with and offer some of the best brands in the CBD industry, which has led to incredible results for Essential’s customers.

Crowntown Cannabis

610 Harden St Columbia • 803-563-6012 cltcbd.com

Planet Vapor Multiple Locations planet-vapor.com

EYEWEAR SHOP

The Warehouse

312 State St

West Columbia • 803-834-7557

thewarehousesc.com

The Warehouse offers hand-selected items, antique, vintage and new, through consignment and other means. Its goal is to offer unique pieces at a fair price and display them to inspire. It receives new items daily and helps customers find that one-of-a-kind piece they are looking for. In addition, The Warehouse offers furniture, accessories, lighting, gifts, architectural salvage and original art from over 100 local artists.

Roundabouts Consignments

70 Polo Rd Columbia • 803-736-5446 myroundabouts.com

Magnolia Boutique & Resale

5140 Sunset Blvd #2 Lexington • 803-520-0011

Sansbury Eye Center Multiple Locations sansbury.com

A local family owned and operated eyecare facility that opened 1973, Sansbury Eye Center is ready to assist with any eyewear need. The goal of its helpful and friendly staff is for patients to love coming in, whether to choose a beautiful frame, pick the perfect sun wear, update a contact lens or spectacle prescription, or follow up on an eye condition. Sansbury carries brands such as Hugo Boss, Marciano, Oakley, and Ray-Ban.

Devine Eyes

2421 Devine St Columbia • 803-575-0655 devineeyes.com

Folline Vision Centers

Multiple Locations follinevision.com

Duck Duck Goose 2800 Devine St Columbia • 803-451-0014 shopduckduckgoose.com

For Duck Duck Goose, it all started with a vintage dress found in a grandmother’s closet. Its perfect pleats inspired the timeless design of their children’s clothing, which is meant to take the little ones from bassinet to the playground and beyond, all in the best style. Duck Duck Goose offers regular clothes for boys, girls and babies, as well as shoes, and accessories with brands like Little English, James & Lottie, and The Proper Peony.

Once Upon a Child 264 Harbison Blvd Columbia • 803-732-7887 onceuponachild.com

Carter’s 144 Harbison Blvd Columbia • 803-749-5943 carters.com

FARMERS MARKET

Soda City Market sodacitysc.com

Soda City Market is the area’s weekly Main Street event inspired by traditional European street markets. Everything sold at the market is unique, hand crafted and produced in the southeast. Participants can find everything needed to nourish the brain, body and belly. The market is a melting pot of cultures and an inviting community experience worth making a part of one’s regular weekend routine.

South Carolina

State Farmers Market West Columbia • 803-737-4664 agriculture.sc.gov

Cayce Farmer’s Market 2329 Charleston Hwy Cayce • 803-791-1009

Moseley’s Diamond Showcase

Multiple Locations

moseleydiamond.com

For any jewelry needs, residents go to Moseley’s Diamond Showcase. The family owned and operated business offers a variety of designs, including rings, earrings, pendants, necklaces, bands and more, all fabricated in gold, silver or platinum. Clients can be a part of the entire process from design to observing the jewelers hand-setting each of their stones, providing top notch personal customer service every time.

Sylvan’s Jewelers

1500 Main St Columbia • 803-779-2250 sylvans.com

King’s Jewelers 1611 Main St Columbia • 803-252-2168 kings4diamonds.com

MUSICAL INSTRUMENT STORE

Green’s Beverages

Multiple Locations greensbeverages.com

Founded in 1937, Green’s Beverages is a small, family owned and operated liquor store. It staffs expert employees that have been associates for 40 years and are like extended family. Their selection includes its collection of 12 “When Only the Best Will Do” wines, beer including draft and kegs, and liquors such as Scotch, whiskey, rum, and even sake. Green’s can also help with event planning.

Morganelli’s 3155 Forest Dr Columbia • 803-787-5651 facebook.com/morganellissc

Total Wine & More 275 Harbison Blvd Ste C Columbia • 803-407-3737 totalwine.com

OUTDOOR GEAR STORE

MEN’S CLOTHING STORE

Musician Supply

718 W Main St

Lexington • 803-957-3707

musiciansupply.com

Musician Supply has a wide selection of instruments, sheet music and accessories that can help someone on their musical journey. Its music buffs offer solid advice to answer all questions so customers can enjoy their experience. Additionally, band and orchestra instruments are available for rent-to-own along with its walls of guitars, basses, drums, ukuleles, mandolins, banjos, digital pianos and more that are available for purchase.

Sims Music

1110 St Andrews Rd Columbia • 803-772-1185 simsmusic.com

Pecknel Music Company

930 N Lake Dr Lexington • 803-799-6860 pecknelmusic.com

REI 2300 Bull St Columbia • 803-636-2542 rei.com

Since its founding in 1938, REI has believed that a life outdoors is a life lived well, and with its extensive line of outdoor gear, a life outdoors is easy to achieve. Whether kayaking down breakneck waters or taking a tranquil trail hike, REI has what is needed for any adventure, big or small. More than 70% of their annual profits go back to the outdoor community, including investments in nonprofits that preserve the outdoors.

Mast General Store

1601 Main St Columbia • 803-771-2300 mastgeneralstore.com

Academy Sports + Outdoors 237 Park Terrace Dr Columbia • 803-749-5255 academy.com

Granger Owings

Multiple Locations grangerowings.com

For over 40 years, Granger Owings has been the Midlands premier men’s specialty clothing store offering unmatched, personal service and exclusive brands. Its menswear takes customers from the golf course to the office and out to dinner all while feeling well dressed and comfortable. With exclusive brands such as Peter Millar, RNG, Johnnie-o, Barbour and more, Granger Owings’ stylists help ensure the right fit for every occasion.

BP Skinner Clothiers 1003 Gervais St Ste A Columbia • 803-661-7655 bpskinnerclothiers.com

Brittons of Columbia 2818 Devine St Columbia • 803-771-2700 brittonsofcolumbia.com

PLACE TO BUY A GIFT

The Nifty Gifty 104 Andrew Corley Rd Lexington • 803-808-2380 the-nifty-gifty.business.site

No one likes the feeling of not knowing what to get someone, that is why The Nifty Gifty offers a variety of gifts for that special someone. They carry brands such as Costa Del Mar, Alex & Ani, Scout, Tyler and Woodwick Candles, Coton Colors Pottery, Mariposa, Sheila Fajl, Hobo Handbags, Lilly Pulitzer, Miss Me, Z Supply and much more. With a friendly staff to help with gift ideas, it is the perfect place to find a lovely present at great price.

Miss Cocky Multiple Locations misscocky.com

Non(e)Such 2754 Devine St Columbia • 803-254-0772 nonesuchltd.com

Lazy Creek Pet Food Center

Multiple Locations

lazycreekpets.com

The local owners of Lazy Creek Pet Food Center, Mike and Pam Modica, provide quality pet products, services and advice. Their goal is to have customers recommend them, employees feel proud to work with them and all pets live happy and healthy lives. Customers and their pets are Lazy Creek’s No. 1 concern, and they work hard to foster an amazing customer-service environment.

Modern Companion Pet Boutique

Chapin • 803-941-7123 themoderncompanion.com

Pet Supplies Plus Multiple Locations petsuppliesplus.com

SMOKE | VAPE SHOP

Essential Vapors & CBD

Multiple Locations myessentialvapors.com

Essential Vapors & CBD caters to all customers when they walk through their door. The store offers a wide variety of products that make it easier for the customers to choose what is best suited for them. Additionally, its high level of customer service, great product selection and incredible pricing have helped Essential Vapors & CBD gain a stellar reputation as a vape shop that people trust.

Planet Vapor

Multiple Locations planet-vapor.com

High Life Smoke Shop Columbia 631 Harden St Columbia • 803-255-3485

SPECIALTY STORE

Between Chaos Nutrition 253 Charter Oak Rd Lexington • 803-430-6605 facebook.com/betweenchaosnutrition

It does not matter whether one is new to the world of health foods or a clean-living veteran, Between Chaos Nutrition has the drinks and meal-replacers to lead a healthy lifestyle. Its menu includes meal replacement shakes like the Banana Foster or Orange Push up, pre and post-workout shakes, and energy-loaded teas such as the Summer Breeze or White Peach Sangria. Between Chaos can lend some order to the day-to-day.

Miss Cocky Multiple Locations misscocky.com

Papa Jazz Record Shoppe 2014 Greene St Columbia • 803-256-0095 papajazz.com

WOMEN’S CLOTHING STORE

Granger Owings Multiple Locations grangerowings.com

Granger Owings is the Midlands premier specialty clothing store offering unmatched, personal service and exclusive brands. Its womenswear collection captures effortless style with exclusive brands, premium fabrics and modern pieces. Customers can refresh their style with beautiful clothing by Granger Owings, Kinross Cashmere, Hudson Jeans and Barbour.Granger Owings personal stylists help customers find the perfect fit.

fab’rik Multiple Locations fabrikstyle.com

Palmetto Moon 100 Columbiana Cir #1320 Columbia • 803-995-8489 palmettomoononline.com

THINGS TO DO

ANNUAL EVENT | FESTIVAL

ART GALLERY

ATTRACTION

Columbia’s Greek Festival

1931 Sumter St

Columbia • 803-461-0248 columbiasgreekfestival.com

Columbia’s Greek Festival is a cultural celebration that will feature attractions like traditional folk dancing with authentic, handmade costumes, discussions of Greek culture, virtual tours of the new Orthodox sanctuary, and special features such as musical guest The Aegean Duo as well as a presentation on the Spartan warriors. Participants will be immersed in this wonderful culture and all it has to offer.

Drift Jam Flotilla Music Festival

driftjam.com

ColaJazz Festival colaJazzfest.com

The Columbia Museum of Art

1515 Main St

Columbia • 803-799-2810 columbiamuseum.org

Established in 1950, the Columbia Museum of Art is known as a hub of community creativity and education able to engage people of all ages. It features extraordinary collections of European, American, Asian, modern, and contemporary fine and decorative art that spans millennia. Its most notable collected works include Sandro Botticelli’s “Nativity,” Claude Monet’s “The Seine at Giverny,” and Dale Chihuly’s “Chandelier.”

Rob Shaw Gallery

324 State St West Columbia • 803-369-3159 robshawgallery.com

City Art 1224 Lincoln St Columbia • 803-220-2442 cityartcolumbia.com

Riverbanks Zoo & Garden 500 Wildlife Pkwy Columbia • 803-779-8717 riverbanks.org

Visitors to Riverbanks Zoo & Garden can peruse botanical garden attractions such as Waterfall Junction or The Asian Garden, each featuring beautiful, biodiverse vegetation. The park also feature animal attractions such as the 2-acre recreated African Savannah, lorikeet aviary where guests can feed the birds and the 20,000-square-foot Aquarium Reptile Complex. The natural world is just a short trip away at Riverbanks.

Columbia Fireflies

1640 Freed St Columbia • 803-726-4487 milb.com/columbia

EdVenture Children’s Museum 211 Gervais St Columbia • 803-779-3100 edventure.org

1912 Bed and Breakfast

24 Warren St Sumter • 803-883-4598 1912bedandbreakfast.com

Located a leisurely stroll away from the city’s downtown historic district, the 1912 Bed and Breakfast offers four guest rooms on the second floor, all beautifully decorated. The rooms include memory foam mattresses, soft sheets, fluffy pillows, flat screen televisions with both live broadcast and streaming capabilities, and free Wi-Fi. Patrons can enjoy a full southern breakfast every morning and mingle with other guests around the table.

Whispering Willows

2402 E Peach Rd Ridgeway • 803-608-3280 whisperingwillowsbandb.com

Newberry Manor 1710 College St Newberry • 803-597-5031 thenewberrymanor.com

The Grand on Main

1621 Main St Columbia • 803-726-2323 thegrandonmain.com

Once a 1900s Vaudeville theater, The Grand on Main is now home to a boutique bowling alley that also offers an upscale casual dining experience as well as a downstairs dessert and cocktail lounge called the Robinson Room. Its seven bowling lanes are available via online reservation. The Grand also hosts live music and other games ranging from Foosball to putting greens. At The Grand on Main, there is no such thing as too much fun.

Bowlero Cayce

900 Axtell Dr Cayce • 803-796-6300 bowlero.com

JC’s Lexington Bowl 5380 Augusta Rd Lexington • 803-359-2695 jcslexingtonbowl.com

EdVenture Children’s Museum 211 Gervais St Columbia • 803-779-3100 edventure.org

When looking for a place to throw a party with little hassle, look no further than the kid-tested birthday parties at EdVenture Children’s Museum. Booking an event with EdVenture provides access to a private birthday room as well as all-day admission and even 10 percent off gift shop purchases. EdVenture is dedicated to creating generations of lifelong learners and offers fun attractions that foster developing minds.

Frankie’s Fun Park 140 Parkridge Dr Columbia • 803-781-2342 frankies.com

Riverbanks Zoo & Garden 500 Wildlife Pkwy Columbia • 803-779-8717 riverbanks.org

DANCE STUDIO

Palmetto Dance Center 910 Carolina Dr Lugoff • 803-466-4437 facebook.com/palmettodancecenter

Palmetto Dance Center, open for nearly 15 years, offers dance for ages two to adult. The studio offers all types of dance such as ballet, tap, hip hop, contemporary and more. It also has classes for aerial silks and acrobatics. Palmetto has numerous competition teams who compete all over the southeast and have won numerous awards. Palmetto is a large dance family that supports each other inside and outside of the studio.

The Southern Strutt Studio 90 Ashbourne Rd Irmo • 803-781-3980 southernstruttdance.com

Stepping Out Dance Studio 5175 Sunset Blvd Ste E Lexington • 803-526-7766 steppingoutsc.com

FAMILY

Riverbanks Zoo & Garden

500 Wildlife Pkwy Columbia • 803-779-8717 riverbanks.org

Families visiting Riverbanks Zoo & Garden can peruse botanical garden attractions such as Waterfall Junction or The Asian Garden, featuring beautiful vegetation. The park also features animal attractions such as the lorikeet aviary where guests can feed the birds, and the award-winning, 20,000-square-foot Aquarium Reptile Complex. Fun for the whole family can be found at Riverbanks Zoo & Garden.

South Carolina State Museum

301 Gervais St Columbia • 803-898-4921 scmuseum.org

EdVenture Children’s Museum 211 Gervais St Columbia • 803-779-3100 edventure.org

GOLF COURSE

Golden Hills Golf & Country Club

100 Scotland Dr Lexington • 803-957-3355 goldenhillsgolf.com

The Scottish design of Golden Hills Golf & Country Club provides an 18-hole championship course that is both a challenge and enjoyable for golfers of all skill levels. The course is set upon rolling topography which features beautiful trees and lakes throughout. Whether someone enjoys playing 18 holes or nine, likes to walk or ride, all golfers are guaranteed to enjoy the experience at Golden Hills Golf & Country Club.

Timberlake Country Club

222 Timberlake Dr Chapin • 803-345-9909 timberlakecountryclub.com

Forest Lake Club

340 Country Club Dr Columbia • 803-738-0500 forestlakeclub.com

Designed from the heart for children, teens, and adults facing serious illness and other physical, mental, and emotional health or life challenges, Camp Cole is a fully accessible camp and retreat facility located just outside Columbia, South Carolina.

At Camp Cole, everybody shines, which is why we intentionally collaborate with our Camp Partners, to deliver year-round worldclass experiences with world-class care. Our 40-acre campus is an idyllic home-away-from-home for everyone who visits and a safe place to try new things, grow in independence and confidence, and share friendships with people with similar challenges.

Carolina Gymnastics Center

437 Rabon Rd

Columbia • 803-788-2808 carolinagymnastics.com

Open for over 45 years, Carolina Gymnastics Center has had the goal of improving young lives through the sport of gymnastics. It offers opportunities for children ages two to 18 to learn balance, coordination and athletic skills that will stay with them for life. Its team of experienced competitive gymnasts work to ensure every child is provided the program that fits their needs and skill level, all while keeping safety their No. 1 priority.

Lake Murray Gymnastics

110 Hunter Village Dr Irmo • 803-233-1460 lakemurraygym.net

Chapin Christian Gymnastics 725 Chapin Rd

Chapin • 803-414-0707 chapinchristiangymnastics.com

Hotel Trundle

1224 Taylor St Columbia • 803-722-5000 hoteltrundle.com

Travel is a cornerstone of life, and Hotel Trundle believes that one’s choice of hotel will influence the rest of their trip. That is why Hotel Trundle offers more than just a place to lay one’s head. The owners, a married-couple team, curated the design of the hotel, which combines New Age and retro aesthetics with unmatched guest services from the custom mattresses and walnut beds to the fresh coffee, food and libations.

Graduate Columbia, S.C.

1619 Pendleton St Columbia • 803-779-7779 graduatehotels.com

Hyatt Place Columbia 819 Gervais St Columbia • 803-978-2013 hyatt.com

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Koger Center for the Arts

1051 Greene St Columbia • 803-777-7500 kogercenterforthearts.com

A vibrant hub of culture and entertainment, the Koger Center for the Arts is the area’s premier live-performance venue. Audiences seeking diverse experiences in a lively and dynamic setting should pay a visit. The Koger Center hosts a variety of local arts groups such as the Columbia City Ballet, The South Carolina Philharmonic and Columbia Classical Ballet as well as performances by the USC Dance Department and its school of music.

Town Theatre

1012 Sumter St Columbia • 803-799-2510 towntheatre.com

Trustus Theatre 520 Lady St Columbia • 803-254-9732 trustus.org

Township Auditorium

1703 Taylor St Columbia • 803-576-2350 thetownship.org

Township Auditorium opened in 1930 and has hosted numerous music superstars like Elvis, Pink Floyd, The Beastie Boys, Ray Charles and more. The theater has more than 3,000 seats that hosts between 50-100 events annually. Along with the Township’s programming, the venue also has the advantage of being a theater that can function like a small arena due to its ability to clear the floor quickly and efficiently after the shows.

Koger Center for the Arts

1051 Greene St Columbia • 803-777-7500 kogercenterforthearts.com

Colonial Life Arena 801 Lincoln St Columbia • 803-576-9200 coloniallifearena.com

MARTIAL ARTS STUDIO

Capital Karate

2728 Rosewood Dr Columbia • 803-212-7111 capitalkaratesc.com

Since opening, Capital Karate has been dedicated to improving the lives of people, one person at a time, through martial arts, education and coaching. It offers a welcoming, comfortable and safe environment where individuals can develop and succeed in their personal goals through the practice of self-defense techniques. Its instructors believe martial arts are for everyone and offer classes for all.

Columbia Martial Arts & Fitness 239 Two Notch Rd Lexington • 803-356-9755 cma-sc.com

Yim’s Tiger Tae Kwon Do Academy 2400 Decker Blvd Columbia • 803-419-7172

MUSEUM

South Carolina State Museum

301 Gervais St Columbia • 803-898-4921 scmuseum.org

Founded in 1988, the state’s most comprehensive museum, South Carolina State Museum, is the primary storyteller for the state’s history. Through innovative partnerships, comprehensive collections, and stimulating exhibitions and programs, it provides educational environments that inspire imagination and enrich the lives of visitors, including giant shark and dinosaur displays, a Civil War submarine and more.

The Columbia Museum of Art

1515 Main St Columbia • 803-799-2810 columbiamuseum.org

EdVenture Children’s Museum 211 Gervais St Columbia • 803-779-3100 edventure.org

TRAVEL AGENCY

Cruise Planners

Dan & Faith Ramsay 803-908-7766 dnftravel.com

Dan and Faith Ramsay of Cruise Planners are travel agents that offer services on a global scale, including cruises, national park tours, European travel, theme parks, customized plans, destination weddings, group travel and more. They are certified destination wedding planners who do not charge planning fees. Dan and Faith are also registered as accessibility advisors to make the planning process for clients with disabilities easier.

Cruise Planners

Melanie Scarborough 803-414-5973 exploremyhorizons.com

Forest Lake Travel 4505 Forest Dr Columbia • 803-738-1520 forestlaketravel.com

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Camp Cole 69

Carolina Backflow

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Carolina Results Team 57

Columbia Podiatry 37

Cool Care Heating & Air

42

Cruise Planners Dan & Faith Ramsay 19 DiPrato’s 5

Essential Vapors & CBD 66 Floor Pro 46

Forest Drive Dental Care & Columbia Children’s Dentistry

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Godwin Motors 53

Good Life Cafe

36

Graduate Columbia, S.C. 49 Halls Chophouse 15

Hands and Hearts Home Care 27 Home Outlet 49

JMB Photography 18

Kraemer Women’s Care 28

Lake Carolina Early Learning Center 11

Lazy Creek Pet Food Center

65

Lexington Medical Center 33

Lita’s Treats 7

Lourie Life & Health 22

Midland Hearing Center 26

Montgomery Speech, Language & Hearing Clinic 39

Nation Builders 56

Northside Christian Academy 17

O’Leary Orthodontics

32

Palmetto Chiropractic Center 18

Palmetto Citizens Credit Union 20

Prisma Health 31

Profile Plan 39

Roper Staffing 61

Rumsey Construction & Restoration 48

State Credit Union 24

Team Therapy..............................................................................................................34

The Flying Biscuit Cafe 13

The Grand on Main 68

The Lite House 47

The Warehouse 45

Trinity Partners 9

Vie Elan Interiors 51

WellSoul Spa + Salon 35

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