Record field to compete in Collegiate Club Nationals This Weekend
April 20, 2016
Clemson, South Carolina, will host the largest-ever field of collegiate triathletes across the United States this weekend at the 2016 USA Triathlon Collegiate Club National Championships, set for April 22-23.…
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Bowl for Kids’ Sake a striking success, raising more than $58,000 for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Columbia
April 19, 2016
Volunteers and community members came out on April 9th to show support and raise money at Bowl for Kids’ Sake, supporting the mentoring work of Big Brothers Big Sisters of…
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Columbia College Koalas win AAC Lacrosse Tournament Championship
April 18, 2016
Stellar goalkeeping from senior Natalie Dubas and four goals from junior Kendra Blackstock lifted second-seeded Columbia to the 2016 Appalachian Athletic Conference (AAC) Women’s Lacrosse Tournament championship, defeating top-ranked Tennessee Wesleyan 8-5 on Saturday,…
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ONE Clemson gala, golf tournament to raise funds for student athlete career services
April 18, 2016
The ONE Clemson Organization is hosting its second annual golf tournament and gala to raise funds for career programs to help student athletes. The gala will be Friday in Bon Secours Wellness…
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9,077 see Fireflies win Spirit Communications Park opener
April 15, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – The Fireflies opened Spirit Communications Park in style on Thursday night, downing the Greenville Drive, 4-1. It was Columbia’s fourth straight victory. The first game in ballpark…
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Bikeville Classic seeks volunteers for championship weekend April 16 & 17
April 13, 2016
Greenville will host the 2016 USA Cycling Professional Criterium and Team Time Trial National Championships, also known as the Bikeville Classic, April 16 and 17, with competitions in downtown Greenville…
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COBRA PUMA GOLF selects Jeff Dezen Public Relations (JDPR) as its official PR agency
April 11, 2016
JDPR to provide marketing-communications support for one of golf’s fastest growing and most exciting companies COBRA PUMA GOLF, one of golf’s fastest growing and most exciting companies, has selected…
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Columbia Fireflies Unveil Team Mascot, Mason
April 8, 2016
Team opened mysterious box at Palmetto Health Children’s Hospital on Thursday COLUMBIA, SC — The Columbia Fireflies unveiled their team mascot on Thursday, only a few hours before their inaugural…
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NFL Star to Present Check for $100,000 to Blythewood High School
April 8, 2016
Blythewood High School graduate and NFL Pro-Bowl defensive back Justin Bethel will be at the BHS campus Friday, April 8 at 2 p.m. to present a check for $100,000 to…
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Ramos, Ingram Shine On Opening Night
April 8, 2016
By Kevin Fitzgerald / MILB.comCHARLESTON, SC – Shortstop Milton Ramos collected two singles and drove in a pair of runs on Opening Night on Thursday, but the Fireflies fell short,…
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Ramos, Ingram Shine On Opening Night
April 8, 2016
By Kevin Fitzgerald / MILB.comCHARLESTON, SC – Shortstop Milton Ramos collected two singles and drove in a pair of runs on Opening Night on Thursday, but the Fireflies fell short,…
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Randy Robinson named as Berkeley High School varsity football coach
April 7, 2016MONCKS CORNER, SC – Berkeley High School (BHS) named Randy Robinson as the new varsity football coach. Robinson has been coaching at D.W. Daniel High School in Central, SC since 1995.…
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Bohn, Choi and Simpson are newest additions to the RBC Heritage Field
April 7, 2016
Jason Bohn, KJ Choi and Webb Simpson have committed to the 48th annual RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing. South Carolina’s only PGA TOUR event is taking place April 11-17, 2016…
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James E. Clyburn Golf Center accepting registrations for girls golf clinics
April 7, 2016
The James E. Clyburn Golf Center, a LPGA-USGA Girls Golf site, will host free golf clinics for girls ages 5-17 beginning in April. The James E. Clyburn Golf Center is…
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Angelique Kerber volleys with Andrea Petkovic on Breach Inlet in Charleston, SC
April 6, 2016
German tennis players Angelique Kerber, World No. 2, and Andrea Petkovic, World No. 38, played tennis on a temporary court built on Breach Inlet for a promotional shoot for the…
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Columbia QuadSquad Rollergirls to host Women’s Flat Track Derby Association (WFTDA) Tournament in Columbia, SC at the National Guard Armory on Bluff Rd.
April 6, 2016
Columbia’s nationally ranked roller derby league, the Columbia QuadSquad Rollergirls, are gearing up for their 3rd Annual Southern Discomfort Roller Derby Tournament! This is a WFTDA Recognized tournament that will…
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Summer Youth Basketball League registration begins April 25
April 6, 2016
The registration period for the City of Columbia’s Summer Youth Basketball League will begin Monday, April 25, the City’s Parks & Recreation Department announced. Children ages 9-18 can play in the…
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Parade Route changes for RBC Heritage Opening Ceremonies
April 5, 2016
The RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing kicks off like no other event on the PGA TOUR. South Carolina’s only PGA TOUR event, the RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing will begin…
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Columbia Tennis Center clay courts resurfacing project completed
April 5, 2016
The clay courts at the Columbia Tennis located at 1635 Whaley Street are open to the public, the City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department announced. The courts were closed…
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Mets Reveal unofficial Fireflies roster for 2016 season
April 5, 2016
The New York Mets released an unofficial Opening Day roster for the 2016 Fireflies on Tuesday. The squad features four Mets prospects – as ranked by Baseball America and MLB.com…
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Faldo Series appoints IJGA as Official Golf Academy Partner
April 5, 2016
HILTON HEAD, SC – The Faldo Series, the global circuit of junior events created by six-time Major winner Sir Nick Faldo, has appointed the International Junior Golf Academy (IJGA) as…
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Baddeley, Brown, Singh are newest additions to the RBC Heritage Field
April 4, 2016
Scott Brown and Vijay Singh have committed to the 48th annual RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing. Past Champion Aaron Baddeley was given a sponsors exemption. South Carolina’s only PGA TOUR…
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Fireflies seek national anthem performers for 2016 season
April 4, 2016
The inaugural 2016 Columbia Fireflies season is fast approaching and the team is looking for singers, musical artists or instrumentalists to perform the national anthem prior to each home game.…
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Google announces free WiFi at new ballpark
April 4, 2016
Residents, visitors and businesses can now take advantage of free WiFi at another community gathering place. April 2nd at 10AM, Google and the Town of Moncks Corner announced that the…
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Darlington Raceway names Amanda Bishop as its next “Lady in Black”
April 4, 2016
Darlington Raceway announced today South Carolina native Amanda Bishop has been selected as the Lady in Black for 2016. As the Lady in Black, Bishop will serve as a key…
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Darlington Raceway names Amanda Bishop as its next “Lady in Black”
April 4, 2016
Bishop, a Greer, SC native, will represent the famed track in 2016 Darlington Raceway announced South Carolina native Amanda Bishop has been selected as the Lady in Black for…
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Legend Oaks Gives Back Championships benefit The ARK
April 4, 2016The fifth annual Legend Oaks Gives Back USTA Level 2 Tennis Tournament, benefiting The ARK Alzheimer’s Family Support Services, raised $4,000 to support the Lowcountry community in need. The event…
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Dufner, Fitzpatrick and Jaidee are the latest to commit to the RBC Heritage Field
March 30, 2016
Jason Dufner, Matthew Fitzpatrick and Thongchai Jaidee have all committed to the 48th annual RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing. South Carolina’s only PGA TOUR event is taking place April 11-17,…
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Five outstanding PGA Tour Pros have been added to the RBC Heritage field
March 29, 2016
Luke Donald, Brian Gay, Jamie Lovemark, Sean O’Hair and Ian Poulter have all committed to the 48th annual RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing. South Carolina’s only PGA TOUR event is…
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Mercedes-Benz Vans, LLC partners with Cooper River Bridge Run to support I Got Legs Charity
March 29, 2016
Run participants can meet I Got Legs founder Adam Gorlitsky at the Bridge Run Expo Bridge Run Expo is March 31, 12 p.m. – 8 p.m. and April 1, 8…
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Heritage Classic Foundation adds an additional scholar award in 2016
March 28, 2016
Eight outstanding Beaufort County seniors were named Heritage Classic Foundation Scholars at a luncheon Monday at the Sonesta Resort. In 2015, the Foundation awarded seven scholarships. During Monday’s awards presentation,…
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Four additional PGA Tour Pros commit to the RBC Heritage
March 28, 2016
Harris English, Brian Harman, Justin Thomas and Camilo Villegas have all committed to the 48th annual RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing. South Carolina’s only PGA TOUR event is taking place…
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Enhanced attendee experience at the Volvo Car Open
March 28, 2016
New jumbotron, additional seating at Club Court and live match streaming The Volvo Car Open has added a variety of viewer experiences to enhance its fans’ engagement on-site during the…
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The YMCA of Columbia thanks the Columbia Fireflies for their generous sponsorship of YMCA youth baseball leagues
March 28, 2016
The YMCA of Columbia announces a community-wide sponsorship of youth baseball leagues by the Columbia Fireflies at YMCAs throughout the Midlands. The new partnership will bring new jerseys and hats…
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Are diet pills worth it?
March 24, 2016
Sean Vander Veer, RD, Registered Dietitian Team Elite Staff If you are reading this article you have either considered taking diet pills, are currently or have taken them or…
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Columbia Tennis Center Clay Courts to Close for Maintenance
March 24, 2016
The Columbia Tennis Center’s clay courts will be closed to the public beginning Monday, March 28 for resurfacing, the City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department announced. The tennis center…
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New head football coach at Westwood High
March 23, 2016
When the Westwood Redhawks take the field this summer, the playbook will be in the hands of new head football coach Dustin Curtis. Curtis comes to Richland School District Two…
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GHS athletic director receives state award
March 23, 2016
Lexington County School District One congratulates Gilbert High School Athletic Director Barry Harley, who received the South Carolina Athletic Administrators Association 3A Athletic Director of the Year 2015–2016 award. Harley…
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Tickets going fast for the April 2 Carolina Cup Steeplechase Race
March 22, 2016
CAMDEN, SC –Tickets are selling at a brisk pace for this spring’s Carolina Cup race, according to Nick Ellis, Chief Executive Officer of the Carolina Cup Racing Association. In fact, several…
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Tickets going fast for the April 2 Carolina Cup Steeplechase Race
March 22, 2016
CAMDEN, SC –Tickets are selling at a brisk pace for this spring’s Carolina Cup race, according to Nick Ellis, Chief Executive Officer of the Carolina Cup Racing Association. In fact, several…
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Topgolf targeting more markets for expansion
March 21, 2016
The global golf entertainment company is actively searching for locations in cities of all sizes Global golf entertainment leader Topgolf® announced it has a broad search underway for new locations…
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Fireflies introduce four top table seats
March 21, 2016
Try one of Spirit Communications Park’s most unique seating options Spirit Communications Park will offer one of the most luxurious viewing options around the South Atlantic League during its inaugural…
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Five world ranked PGA Tour pros commit to the RBC Heritage
March 21, 2016
Branden Grace, Kevin Na, Marc Leishman, Russell Knox and Danny Lee have all committed to the 48th annual RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing. South Carolina’s only PGA TOUR event is…
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Carolina Cougars names new Head Coach
March 18, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Carolina Cougars Management Group LLC announced that Dr. Kevin Butler has been named Head Coach for the upcoming season. “We are very excited that Dr. Butler has agreed…
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The Assaults partners with USA Cycling
March 17, 2016The Assaults on Mount Mitchell and Marion Become USA Cycling Sanctioned Events SPARTANBURG, SC – The Freewheelers Cycling Association, host of The Assaults on Mt. Mitchell and Marion, recently announced…
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The Assaults partners with USA Cycling
March 17, 2016The Assaults on Mount Mitchell and Marion Become USA Cycling Sanctioned Events SPARTANBURG, SC – The Freewheelers Cycling Association, host of The Assaults on Mt. Mitchell and Marion, recently announced…
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RBC Heritage grants two more sponsors exemptions
March 16, 2016
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC – Jeff Maggert and Ryan Ruffels have been given sponsors exemptions into the 48th annual RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing. South Carolina’s only PGA TOUR event…
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RBC Heritage grants two more sponsors exemptions
March 16, 2016
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC – Jeff Maggert and Ryan Ruffels have been given sponsors exemptions into the 48th annual RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing. South Carolina’s only PGA TOUR event…
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Fireflies inaugural season will broadcast on WGCV
March 14, 2016
The Columbia Fireflies full 140-game schedule will be broadcast on the radio through Glory Communications for the 2016 season. The Fireflies home and away games will be simulcast on WGCV…
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Kevin Kisner highlights the latest commitments by Clemson, UGA, and Wofford graduates
March 14, 2016
Lucas Glover, Chris Kirk, Kevin Kisner, Ben Martin, William McGirt, Hudson Swafford and Brendon Todd are all competing in the 48th annual RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing. South Carolina’s only PGA…
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