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Hello Columbia! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Want three free shade trees delivered to your Columbia home?
  • How a major Columbia-area drug ring leader ended up with 20 years
  • Police hunt two suspects after deadly North Columbia apartment shooting

Also on today's calendar: Submissions Open for Oct. 10 & 11 Film Festival and 2 more events.

Today's riddle: What has a neck but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Humid; an afternoon t-storm, with a high of 81 and low of 71 degrees.
  • Sunday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-storm, temps: high: 87, low: 71. 🌶 Hot!
  • Monday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-storm, with a high of 91 and low of 72 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Columbia residents can sign up for three free trees at Beat the Heat event (wltx.com) — Columbia residents can head to the Busby Street Community Center on Sept. 12 to learn about urban trees and reserve up to three free shade trees for fall delivery. The City of Columbia and Columbia Green's Beat the Heat program tackles a shrinking tree canopy, heat, and health disparities, while also offering up to 50 free trees for eligible campuses in Richland and Lexington counties.
   

2. Columbia man sentenced to 20 years for leading drug trafficking conspiracy (thestate.com) — Federal prosecutors say a Columbia man has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for leading a large drug trafficking ring that operated across Richland, Columbia, and Lexington County areas. Investigators linked him to multiple stash locations, large quantities of meth and cocaine, firearms, and prior convictions, with Columbia Police and West Columbia officers assisting the case.
   

3. 2 men wanted in deadly North Columbia apartment shooting (wach.com) — Columbia Police are searching for two Columbia men wanted in connection with a deadly shooting Tuesday at North Pointe Apartments in North Columbia. Investigators say a 31-year-old victim died after an argument turned violent, and they're urging residents to share tips anonymously while reminding the community to de-escalate conflicts before they become deadly.
   

4. South Carolina Lottery Mega Millions, Pick 3 results for Aug. 28, 2026 (greenvilleonline.com) — If you bought a South Carolina lottery ticket, you'll want these Aug. 28 winning numbers and the step‑by‑step guide on how to claim your prize. Larger winnings must be claimed in person at the South Carolina Education Lottery headquarters or Claims Center on Assembly Street in Columbia, with clear ID and paperwork requirements.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Monday August 31
  • Volleyball Home Vs Longleaf
    E. L. Wright Middle Columbia, SC 29223
    4:30 pm
  • Away Volleyball Game - Dent vs Summit
    Dent Middle Columbia, SC 29206
    5:30 pm
    • Tuesday September 1
  • ELC Music Class →
    6408 Bridgewood Rd, Columbia
    6:00 pm
  • Big D and the Kids Table →
    New Brookland Tavern, 632 Harden St, Columbia
    7:00 pm
    • Wednesday September 2
  • Volleybal Home Vs Blythewood
    E. L. Wright Middle Columbia, SC 29223
    4:30 pm
  • Away Volleyball Game - Dent vs Longleaf
    Dent Middle Columbia, SC 29206
    5:30 pm
    • Thursday September 10
  • Admiral Radio →
    Koger Center for the Arts, 1051 Greene St, Columbia
    5:00 pm
    • Tuesday September 15
  • Liberty Networking Social - Upstate, SC →
    Blue Fin Restaurant And Bar, 461-4 Town Center Pl, Columbia
    5:30 pm

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  • Yesss, Im trying out my Pizza stone!
    Yes, I know I'm late! (Even Cheryl has one) I'm always the last to know...If you have one, please shout out! I purchased this one from Pampered Chef… (Nextdoor Summit Parkway)
  • Hi, we have someone's dog over here off of river drive.
    we have tried to contact both numbers on the collar. Does anyone know whose dog this is? (Nextdoor Earlewood)
  • Bell American Group, LLC posted a job opening for Overnight Team Member in Columbia. Apply here.
  • Richland School District 2 posted a job opening for Assistant Baseball Coach in Columbia. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Columbia here.

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A bottle (Thank you Netty W. for sending it in!)
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