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There’s a different energy around Columbia—can you feel it? The sun is rising on a new season and with it comes warmer temperatures, extended daylight hours, vibrantly green leaves on the trees, and bold blooms popping up out of the ground.

The normal course of business has traditionally been every man/woman for themselves. The pandemic changed that dramatically for small businesses across the state. Business owners were faced with issues they never could have planned for.

What is the face of small business in Columbia? Look no further than...

To you, it's another item marked off your long list of gifts to buy for family and friends this holiday season, but to a small business owner...

“I spent the better part of my life believing that dreams are just that… dreams. Shame on me,” Suzie explains. “My path to this second act has taught me gratitude and given me peace and strength to follow those dreams."

At Fig Columbia, we love local. We believe in supporting our neighbors and strengthening local economies. In fact, it’s at the very heart of everything that we do. We also believe that creative thinking and powerful communication can transform businesses and communities—something that we see happening in our community right now as boutiques, shops, restaurants, breweries, and more work to creatively find ways for our community to shop with them.

Stop by and help Blush Boutique & Home celebrate their 5th Anniversary on Saturday, April 6.

Here's where to shop, dine, drink, and stay.

Join Junior League of Columbia November 28 - December 2 for their annual Holiday Market.

Your 2018 guide for where to find the best gifts in Columbia this holiday season!

Who's ready for one of the best shopping events of the year?