Fireflies seek National Anthem singers for 2017 season
February 21, 2017
The 2017 Columbia Fireflies season is approaching quickly, and the team is looking for singers, musical artists or groups to perform the national anthem prior to each home game. “The…
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Dutch Fork High alums shine on PGA Tour
February 20, 2017IRMO- Dutch Fork High School alum Dustin Johnson continues his dominance on golf’s biggest stage. Johnson shot a 17-under 267 to win the Genesis Open in Pacific Palisades, California. With…
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CycleBar studio to open in Mt. Pleasant on March 23
February 15, 2017CycleBar Towne Centre, a new concept in premium indoor cycling that offers a high energy workout in a concert-like atmosphere will open on March 23 at 1601 Palmetto Grande Dr.,…
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Woolbright becomes Lexington High athletic director/head football coach
February 13, 2017
LEXINGTON, SC – During a February 11, 2017 special board workshop, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees approved the hire of William Perry Woolbright as Lexington High…
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Sports Council and Irmo Chapin Recreation Commission welcome US Quidditch back to Columbia
February 2, 2017
Get ready for round two! Quidditch teams and fans will be back in Columbia for the 2017 South Regional Championship at the Palmetto Health Fields at Saluda Shoals Park February…
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Clemson, Coastal Carolina titles a reminder of state’s potential
January 23, 2017
By Richard Eckstrom S.C. Comptroller For many South Carolinians – including a lot of die-hard Gamecock fans like me – the early morning hours of Jan. 10 won’t soon…
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Clemson, Coastal Carolina titles a reminder of state’s potential
January 23, 2017
By Richard Eckstrom S.C. Comptroller For many South Carolinians – including a lot of die-hard Gamecock fans like me – the early morning hours of Jan. 10 won’t soon…
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Gov. Nikki Haley issues Proclamation recognizing Clemson University Football
January 13, 2017
Proclamation Designates Saturday As “Clemson Tigers National Football Champions Day” Governor Nikki Haley has issued a proclamation recognizing the Clemson University Tigers for winning the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship.…
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Gov. Nikki Haley issues Proclamation recognizing Clemson University Football
January 13, 2017
Proclamation Designates Saturday As “Clemson Tigers National Football Champions Day” Governor Nikki Haley has issued a proclamation recognizing the Clemson University Tigers for winning the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship.…
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Medal of Honor recipients to headline Mullikin Law Carolina Cup 2017
January 9, 2017Military heroes will participate in historic “staff ride” on eve of the race CAMDEN, S.C. – Maj. Gen. James E. Livingston, U.S. Marine Corps (Ret.), and LT Michael E. Thornton,…
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Medal of Honor recipients to headline Mullikin Law Carolina Cup 2017
January 9, 2017
Military heroes will participate in historic “staff ride” on eve of the race CAMDEN, S.C. – Maj. Gen. James E. Livingston, U.S. Marine Corps (Ret.), and LT Michael E. Thornton,…
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Columbia Fireflies’ All-Star Game logo revealed
December 23, 2016
The Columbia Fireflies revealed the 2017 South Atlantic League All-Star Game logo today. The game will be played on June 20, 2017, at Spirit Communications Park. This is the first…
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Hardin becomes River Bluff High athletic director/head football coach
December 23, 2016LEXINGTON, SC – During the December 20, 2016 regular monthly meeting of the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees, the board approved the hire of C. Blair Hardin…
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Jose Leger returns as Fireflies manager in 2017
December 16, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Former South Atlantic League Manager of the Year Jose Leger will return as skipper of the Fireflies in 2017, the New York Mets announced. Leger piloted Columbia…
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NSCAA names Savitz National Coach of the Year
December 15, 2016On Tuesday, December 13, 2016, the National Soccer Coaches Association of America named Philip B. Savitz, River Bluff High School soccer coach, the 2016 National Coach of the Year for…
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NSCAA names Savitz National Coach of the Year
December 15, 2016
On Tuesday, December 13, 2016, the National Soccer Coaches Association of America named Philip B. Savitz, River Bluff High School soccer coach, the 2016 National Coach of the Year for…
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Spartanburg CVB honored by SportsEvents Magazine
December 12, 2016
SportsEvents Magazine named the Spartanburg Convention and Visitors Bureau as one of its 2017 Readers’ Choice Award winners. The Spartanburg organization was nominated after sports event professionals chose destinations and…
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Two-time Wimbledon Champion Petra Kvitova to make Volvo Car Open debut
December 12, 2016
Petra Kvitova will make her Charleston, South Carolina tennis debut at the 2017 Volvo Car Open, April 1st – 9th on Daniel Island. Kvitova is a two-time Wimbledon champion and…
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St. Pat’s committee announces 2017 Get to the Green Race details
December 12, 2016
On Saturday, March 18, 2017, the St. Pat’s in Five Points festival will offer more than music, good eats, and green beer. This year’s festival will feature several exciting changes…
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Citadel pursuing plans for major improvement to Johnson Hagood Stadium
December 8, 2016Early in the new year The Citadel will be exploring possibilities to replace the deteriorated eastside stands at Johnson Hagood Stadium. “The Citadel Board approved a motion allowing the administration to…
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O2 Fitness promotes Prath Bruton to Regional Fitness Director
December 8, 2016O2 Fitness Clubs, the Lowcountry’s largest fitness provider with 11 locations and more than 20,000 members, has promoted Prath Bruton to Regional Fitness Director. Bruton joined O2 Fitness in 2014…
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Beyond the hardwood: Whipple’s legacy proves more than just the game of basketball
December 8, 2016As he sits in his office filled with awards, trophies and pictures of previous teams, Irmo High School boys’ basketball head coach Tim Whipple has not had much time to…
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Main Street ICE closed due to weather
November 29, 2016
Main Street ICE, the City of Columbia’s outdoor ice skating rink, is temporarily closed due to rain and warm weather, the City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department announced. Rain,…
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Carolina Cougars now 2-0, defeat Greenville Galaxy
November 16, 2016
The Carolina Cougars made a second straight win for the season against the Greenville Galaxy last night! The final score was 134-111. Hundreds of fans watched all the action and…
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Military Appreciation Day at this Saturday’s Colonial Cup
November 15, 2016Veterans honored at the 47th-annual Marion du Pont Scott Colonial Cup CAMDEN, S.C. – The 47th-annual Marion du Pont Scott Colonial Cup will be held this Sat. Nov. 19 at…
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Military Appreciation Day at this Saturday’s Colonial Cup
November 15, 2016
Veterans honored at the 47th-annual Marion du Pont Scott Colonial Cup CAMDEN, S.C. – The 47th-annual Marion du Pont Scott Colonial Cup will be held this Sat. Nov. 19 at…
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Fireflies release game times and fireworks dates for 2017 schedule
November 14, 2016
On Monday, the Columbia Fireflies released game times for the 2017 regular season which will begin with a matchup against the Augusta GreenJackets (San Francisco Giants) on Opening Night –…
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CIU soccer field dedicated to Lexington resident
November 7, 2016
The Columbia International University soccer field now carries the name of a longtime resident of Lexington. The field was dedicated to CIU alumna Elizabeth Rikard Sessions on Nov. 3 during…
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Spirit Communications Park rated the No. 1 ballpark experience in the South Atlantic League
November 1, 2016
After just one season, Stadium Journey rated the home of the Columbia Fireflies the best ballpark experience in the South Atlantic League. Spirit Communications Park also landed in the top…
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University of South Carolina installs Mondo Super X 720 track, fulfilling coach’s dream of having Mondo
October 24, 2016
When the University of South Carolina recently completed installation of its Mondo Super X 720 outdoor track, Curtis Frye, the track and field and cross country head coach there, fulfilled…
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Ballpark Digest honors Fireflies with 2016 Best New Logo and Branding Award
October 24, 2016
The list of awards continues to grow for the Columbia Fireflies in its inaugural year as a franchise. Ballpark Digest honored the Fireflies with its 2016 Best New Logo and Branding Award on…
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Student athlete receives offer from Tulane
October 23, 2016Palmetto Prep Student-Athlete Earns College Eligibility Palmetto Prep offers athletes a second chance at a college education by helping them become NCAA qualified. Wes Dorton, head coach and athletic director…
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Student athlete receives offer from Tulane
October 23, 2016
Palmetto Prep Student-Athlete Earns College Eligibility Palmetto Prep offers athletes a second chance at a college education by helping them become NCAA qualified. Wes Dorton, head coach and athletic director…
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Todd & Moore to donate 5 percent of sales to Walk for Life
October 18, 2016Todd & Moore, Columbia’s Specialist in Sports since 1944, will donate 5 percent of all sales from Thursday to Saturday during its annual Sport Your Pink event to the Palmetto…
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Todd & Moore to donate 5 percent of sales to Walk for Life
October 18, 2016
Todd & Moore, Columbia’s Specialist in Sports since 1944, will donate 5 percent of all sales from Thursday to Saturday during its annual Sport Your Pink event to the Palmetto…
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New Date: Join SOCO, The Iron Yard and Project Partners for opening day at the historic Bakery at BullStreet
October 17, 2016Friday, October 21, 2016 SOCO and The Iron Yard Join Spirit Communications, Hughes Development Corporation, 1×1 Design, Buchanan Construction Services and Community Leaders in Celebrating the Launch of S.C.’s First…
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New Date: Join SOCO, The Iron Yard and Project Partners for opening day at the historic Bakery at BullStreet
October 17, 2016
Friday, October 21, 2016 SOCO and The Iron Yard Join Spirit Communications, Hughes Development Corporation, 1×1 Design, Buchanan Construction Services and Community Leaders in Celebrating the Launch of S.C.’s First…
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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 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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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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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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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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