R&B stars, big-time comedians highlight Columbia concerts announced for 2025

The final month of 2024 saw Columbia venues announce several concerts for local music fans to look forward to in the new year, including a pair of big names that are set to play the state’s largest arena. “Queen of Hip-Hop and Soul” Mary J. Blige returns to Columbia at Colonial Life Arena on Feb. 5. She is joined for this date on the “For My Fans” tour by special guests NE-YO and Mario. Known …