Updated options for North Greenville ticket holders
October 11, 2016
Fans who have tickets for last week’s rescheduled football game against North Greenville can use them for this week’s top-10 matchup against Chattanooga. “Because The Citadel’s Parents Weekend has been…
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Updated options for North Greenville ticket holders
October 11, 2016
Fans who have tickets for last week’s rescheduled football game against North Greenville can use them for this week’s top-10 matchup against Chattanooga. “Because The Citadel’s Parents Weekend has…
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Fireflies nominated for two MiLBY awards
October 10, 2016Vote Purple Game, Purple Game and P.J. Conlon for MiLB Post-Season Honors Nominees for the 2016 Minor League Baseball Yearly Awards – or MiLBYs(pronounced Mill-bees) – have been announced and…
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Charleston rUNdead 5K returns in November with plenty of new features and charitable focus
October 5, 2016Charleston’s zombie race, rUNdead, is back from the dead in 2016. A 5K run and fall festival, rUNdead is 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12 at Mullet…
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Football fans invited to FREE Certified SC Grown tailgate October 8
October 4, 2016
Before the South Carolina Gamecocks and the Georgia Bulldogs face off this Saturday, come visit the South Carolina Department of Agriculture’s annual Certified SC Grown tailgate, October 8 from 3:00…
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Jerry Richardson Indoor Stadium ‘topped out’
September 28, 2016
SPARTANBURG, SC – Wofford College celebrated the topping out of the Jerry Richardson Indoor Stadium at the construction site, ceremonially marking the installation of the highest beam of the building…
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Volvo Car Open signs eight-year rights agreement with Tennis Channel
September 26, 2016The Volvo Car Open in Charleston, S.C., one of the largest women’s-only tennis tournaments in the world, has signed a wide-ranging, eight-year media rights agreement with Tennis Channel. Beginning in 2017,…
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RBC Heritage begins sustainability certification
September 24, 2016
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC – The Heritage Classic Foundation announced that it has taken steps, in partnership with the Golf Environment Organization (GEO) and The Sea Pines Resort, to attain…
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Charleston Tennis Center revives local tournament
September 12, 2016
The Charleston Tennis Center is proud to announce the return of the City of Charleston Tennis Championships for the first time in 12 years. The tournament will be held from…
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The Columbia Fireflies Receive Spirit, Mind and Body Award from YMCA of Columbia at Annual Breakfast of Champions event
August 31, 2016
Columbia Fireflies’ leadership staff were presented with the Spirit, Mind and Body Award by the YMCA of Columbia at the Y’s annual Breakfast of Champions on August 4, 2016. The…
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Palmetto Health-USC Medical Group Orthopedics bringing high school football to Spirit Communications Park
August 30, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – The pigskin and pads are coming to Spirit Communications Park this fall. The Fireflies are excited to host the first local high school football games at Ballpark…
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Five Great U.S. Golf Destinations for Those Seeking a Vacation with a Side of Golf
August 26, 2016Golf is a multi-billion industry with a significant economic impact on leisure travel, beyond the challenging layouts of rolling greens. Since the 41st Ryder Cup will take place next month, Travel Leaders…
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Boeing extends commitment to the RBC Heritage
August 26, 2016
The Heritage Classic Foundation announced that Boeing has signed a five-year extension as presenting sponsor of the RBC Heritage. The new agreement runs through 2021. The RBC Heritage Presented by…
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A Conversation with Bill McDonald, USC Gamecocks Golf Coach
August 19, 2016
Mike Dojc gets Gamecocks Golf Coach, Billy Mac, to wax wise and erudite on everything from analytical freak factors coaches look for while recruiting to how to counsel golfers post-apocalyptic-hole-meltdown.…
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A Throne Fit For A…King’s Car?
August 16, 2016
By David Jones EVP and Chief Marketing Officer Jackson Marketing, Motorsports & Events The King’s car needed a throne. A unique backdrop to frame the feat. Something worthy of…
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A Throne Fit For A…King’s Car?
August 16, 2016
By David Jones EVP and Chief Marketing Officer Jackson Marketing, Motorsports & Events The King’s car needed a throne. A unique backdrop to frame the feat. Something worthy of…
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YMCA locations serving as donation sites as Harvest Hope declares food emergency
August 12, 2016
Harvest Hope Food Bank and our community members who depend on them need our help. They have declared a “food emergency,” as their canned good donations and contributions have been…
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The Making of a Beauty Queen
August 12, 2016By Kristen Ziesmer, MS, RD, CSSD LD, Sports Dietitian, ACE-Certified Personal Trainer Owner, Elite Nutrition & Performance Sit down with Kristen and Miss South Carolina Pageant contestant Sophie Keyes…
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Spirit Communications Park to host 2017 South Atlantic League All-Star Game
August 12, 2016
Columbia will showcase the league’s most talented stars on June 20, 2017 COLUMBIA, SC – The Columbia Fireflies have announced that the city of Columbia, the Fireflies and Spirit Communications…
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How Many Fans Could Fit in a Stadium?
August 11, 2016
Spartanburg Has Welcomed More Than 100,000 Fans There’s only one football stadium in the United States that can hold the number of fans who have visited the Carolina Panthers Training…
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Sports tech startup BANDWAGON receives “Qualified Business” designation
August 11, 2016BANDWAGON, a sports tech startup headquartered in Greenville, SC, can now add “Qualified Business” designation to its pitch. Signed into law in 2013 by SC Governor Nikki Haley, The High…
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Sports tech startup BANDWAGON receives “Qualified Business” designation
August 11, 2016
BANDWAGON, a sports tech startup headquartered in Greenville, SC, can now add “Qualified Business” designation to its pitch. Signed into law in 2013 by SC Governor Nikki Haley, The High…
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Jackson named Agency of Record for The Harlem Globetrotters 2017 World Tour
August 10, 2016
Jackson Marketing, Motorsports & Events, South Carolina’s second- largest integrated marketing communications and events agency, has been selected by the Harlem Globetrotters® as Agency of Record to develop creative elements…
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Jackson named Agency of Record for The Harlem Globetrotters 2017 World Tour
August 10, 2016
Jackson Marketing, Motorsports & Events, South Carolina’s second- largest integrated marketing communications and events agency, has been selected by the Harlem Globetrotters® as Agency of Record to develop creative elements…
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Tony Stewart scheduled to appear in Darlington Stripe Zone Hospitality
August 8, 2016
All-inclusive packages still available for fans to get up-close-and-personal with NASCAR stars, which will also include Denny Hamlin, Joey Logano Three-time NASCAR Sprint Cup Series champion Tony Stewart, who will…
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Danica Patrick visits Darlington, South Carolina in support of Bojangles’ Southern 500
August 3, 2016
Darlington, South Carolina received a visit from NASCAR Sprint Cup Series star Danica Patrick on Tuesday to help promote Darlington Raceway’s upcoming Bojangles’ Southern 500. Patrick, driver of the No.…
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Mason Zandi using District Five roots to lead Gamecocks in senior season
August 2, 2016
Mason Zandi has always stood out amongst the crowd. At 6-9, 315 it makes perfect sense. You can’t miss him. The Chapin High School alum and fifth-year senior is preparing…
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1970’s icon Barry Williams to perform Bojangles’ Southern 500 national anthem
August 1, 2016
Williams’ performance, teamed with KANSAS concert, make Darlington Raceway’s pre-race ceremonies a true throwback celebration of the 1975-84 time period Barry Williams, the 1970’s television star who most famously played Greg…
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The 42nd Annual Assault on Mt. Mitchell and Marion announced
July 27, 2016
Cycling Rides Set for May 15, 2017 SPARTANBURG, SC – The Freewheelers Cycling Association announced the 42nd Annual Assault on Mt. Mitchell and Marion will take place on Monday, May…
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The 42nd Annual Assault on Mt. Mitchell and Marion announced
July 27, 2016
Cycling Rides Set for May 15, 2017 SPARTANBURG, SC – The Freewheelers Cycling Association announced the 42nd Annual Assault on Mt. Mitchell and Marion will take place on Monday, May…
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Ballpark Digest names Spirit Communications Park, ‘Ballpark of the Year’
July 26, 2016
Columbia’s ballpark earns highest marks for venue design and fan experience COLUMBIA, SC – Ballpark Digest has honored Spirit Communications Park as its 2016 Ballpark of the Year on Tuesday.…
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A Conversation with Kalen Anderson, USC Gamecocks Golf Coach
July 22, 2016
Mike Dojc talks with Gamecocks Golf Coach, Kalen Anderson, about the University of South Carolina’s new practice facility, the ascension of the Gamecocks golf program and plenty more.
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300 bicyclists to raise funds through cross-state ride in support of the Alzheimer’s Association
July 15, 2016
On July 15-17, 2016, the Alzheimer’s Association will hold its 8th annual “A Ride to Remember,” a cross-state cycling event benefiting the South Carolina Chapter. Over 300 cyclists will undertake a…
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300 bicyclists to raise funds through cross-state ride in support of the Alzheimer’s Association
July 15, 2016
On July 15-17, 2016, the Alzheimer’s Association will hold its 8th annual “A Ride to Remember,” a cross-state cycling event benefiting the South Carolina Chapter. Over 300 cyclists will undertake a…
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Gov. Nikki Haley Honors College World Series Champion Chanticleers, Issues Proclamation Recognizing CCU Chanticleer Baseball Team
June 30, 2016
Haley Orders Coastal Carolina University Flag Flown Over Statehouse Governor Nikki Haley today released the following statement and ordered a Coastal Carolina University flag be flown over the Statehouse…
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Gov. Nikki Haley Honors College World Series Champion Chanticleers, Issues Proclamation Recognizing CCU Chanticleer Baseball Team
June 30, 2016
Haley Orders Coastal Carolina University Flag Flown Over Statehouse Governor Nikki Haley today released the following statement and ordered a Coastal Carolina University flag be flown over the Statehouse…
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Kerry Tharp named President of Darlington Raceway
June 30, 2016
Longtime NASCAR executive with South Carolina ties brings wealth of experience to track Too Tough To Tame Darlington Raceway announced that it has named Kerry Tharp as President of the…
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Kerry Tharp named President of Darlington Raceway
June 30, 2016
Longtime NASCAR executive with South Carolina ties brings wealth of experience to track Too Tough To Tame Darlington Raceway announced that it has named Kerry Tharp as President of the…
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Bennett named first district Director of Athletics
June 21, 2016
LEXINGTON, SC – During a special June 3, 2016 board meeting of the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees, the board approved the promotion of David Bennett to…
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First Choice Fit® Marcus Lattimore football camps announced
June 16, 2016
Community health fairs offered to campers and the public at no charge. The Xtra Inch, in partnership with Select Health of South Carolina’s First Choice Medicaid health plan, presents First…
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First Choice Fit® Marcus Lattimore football camps announced
June 16, 2016
Community health fairs offered to campers and the public at no charge. The Xtra Inch, in partnership with Select Health of South Carolina’s First Choice Medicaid health plan, presents First…
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Heritage Classic Foundation welcomes new team member
June 15, 2016
The Heritage Classic Foundation, general tournament sponsor of the RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing is pleased to announce that Derek Paton has joined the team as vice president of sales…
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Downtown YMCA to continue its mission of serving the Midlands at new location opening July 11
June 14, 2016On July 11, the new Downtown YMCA will open at the corner of Bull and Hampton Streets in downtown Columbia. The state-of-the-art facility will have the space, equipment and expertise…
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Ridge View High School athletic program garners national recognition
June 14, 2016
Ridge View High School is the recipient of the National Athletic Trainers’ Association Safe Sports School award for its Blazer Athletic program. The award champions safety and recognizes secondary schools…
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Bark in the Park with the Lexington County Blowfish
June 13, 2016
Featuring Lexington County Public Works and “Trash the Poop” pet-centered outreach of The Lexington Countywide Stormwater Consortium The Lexington County Blowfish and the County of Lexington is inviting fans to bring…
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Swamp Rabbits announce promotions, expand front office
June 9, 2016
The Greenville Swamp Rabbits, proud ECHL affiliate of the New York Rangers and the AHL’s Hartford Wolf Pack, today announced changes to the team’s front office as approved by Owner…
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Three Fireflies named South Atlantic League All-Stars
June 7, 2016
Conlon, Siena, Thompson selected by coaches and media to represent Columbia COLUMBIA, SC – Three Fireflies were named to the South Atlantic League Southern Division All-Star team, the league announced…
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Registration open for 17th annual Race for The ARK
June 2, 2016
Registration opens today for the 17th annual Thrivent Financial Race for The ARK on Aug. 27 in downtown Summerville. This 5K run/walk raises money for The ARK in its work…
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Fireflies organize youth baseball skills camps
June 2, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – The Columbia Fireflies have scheduled two, three-day youth baseball skills camps this summer at Spirit Communications Park. The camps are scheduled for mid-July and mid-August. The first…
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Richland Northeast High School names new basketball coach
May 29, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Jabari Deas has been named the Head Girls Basketball Coach at Richland Northeast High School. Deas comes to Richland Two from Lee County School District where he…
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