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1. Columbia fashion show turns grief into purpose while raising awareness about gun, domestic violence (wistv.com) — A Columbia nonprofit is hosting its 8th annual "A Sun for My Sun" fashion show fundraiser at the Columbia Museum of Art on Sunday, Sept. 27, using the runway to honor victims of gun and domestic violence. The evening event will feature models, survivors, and families sharing stories of healing, with proceeds supporting local advocacy, prevention, and trauma-support programs based in Columbia.
2. South Carolina Lottery Powerball, Pick 3 results for Aug. 29, 2026 (greenvilleonline.com) — If you bought a South Carolina lottery ticket, here are the Aug. 29 winning numbers and exactly how to claim any prize, including big jackpots that must be redeemed in person at the Columbia headquarters on Assembly Street. The article walks through where to mail mid-size wins, what ID to bring for large payouts, and the 180-day deadline to collect your money.
3. Tigers down Golden Bulls in Battle of The Border Classic (abccolumbia.com) — Benedict College kicked off its 2026 football season in Columbia with a 32–10 win over Johnson C. Smith at Charlie W. Johnson Stadium, scoring 16 unanswered points in the second half. Strong rushing from David Smith, big plays from quarterback Jett Peddy, and a stout defense that forced key turnovers powered the Tigers to a statement victory over the D2 Black College Football Poll's top-ranked team.
4. Irmo Middle honors chorus selected to perform at Columbia conference (lexingtonchronicle.com) — Irmo Middle School's Honors Chorus has been invited to perform as a featured ensemble at the South Carolina Music Educators Association conference in Columbia on February 5, 2027. The director and district leaders say the honor recognizes students' hard work and gives them a major stage to showcase Irmo's choral program to educators from across the state.
5. 11 best South Carolina cities to live in for 2026, US News & World Report says (thestate.com) — Columbia ranks seventh on U.S. News & World Report's new list of the best places to live in South Carolina, praised for its relatively low cost of living but dinged for summer heat and a softer job market. The ranking also highlights nearby options like Sumter and Florence for Midlands residents weighing affordability, lifestyle, and retirement moves within the state.
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