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Hospitality and Tourism

Jan 28, 2020

Host, entertainment lineup set for Five Points St. Pat’s Festival

Columbia hip-hop artist and producer FatRat Da Czar will host the day's entertainment from a central stage as more than 20 bands play 5 stages throughout the annual Five Points festival, in its 38th year.

Jan 23, 2020

West Columbia developer creates map highlighting area attractions

The full-color, fold-out map shows the locations of 57 locally owned restaurants as well as non-food attractions in West Columbia. Taylor said he highlighted the selections to support area mom-and-pop attractions.

Jan 22, 2020

Tru by Hilton opens on Stonebridge Drive

Parks Hospitality Group of Raleigh owns and operates Tru by Hilton Columbia Greystone on Stonebridge Drive. Ground was broken on the 117-room property last January.

Jan 17, 2020

Battle at BullStreet tickets to go on sale Jan. 27

Tickets for the University of South Carolina's Feb. 29 baseball game against Clemson at Segra Park range from $8 to $120. Tickets will go on sale at 10 a.m.

Jan 14, 2020

Lake Murray site of new collegiate fishing tournament

Anglers competing in the 2-day June event organized by the Association of College Anglers and Bass Pro Shops Collegiate Bass Fishing Series will launch boats and weigh catches at Dreher Island State Park.

Jan 13, 2020

S.C. beer wholesalers join campaign against human trafficking

The number of human trafficking victims in South Carolina in 2019 increased 360% to 678 victims, compared to 188 victims in 2018, according to the state attorney general.

Jan 13, 2020

Dealers, exhibitors to showcase products at 2020 Columbia Boat Show

The boat show, in its 54th year, will present new models, technology and accessories from Midlands-area dealers and boating-related businesses. It will be held Feb. 7-9 at the S.C. State Fairgrounds.

Jan 8, 2020

Groundbreaking set for hotel near Lexington Medical Center

The TownePlace Suites by Marriott on Sunset Boulevard is the second hotel developed by Solara Hospitality near Lexington Medical Center. Solara Hospitality also built the Residence Inn by Marriott on Mathias Road.

Jan 6, 2020

Fireflies job fair set for Saturday

Columbia's minor league baseball team will hold a job fair for 2020 seasonal positions from 10 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. at Segra Park. Open positions include ushers, Facebook photographer, concession workers and ground crew staff.

Dec 16, 2019

Gamecocks, Tigers to face off at Segra Park

The baseball rivals will meet at the home of the Columbia Fireflies for the first time on Feb. 29 in a neutral-site game. Ticket information for the 3 p.m. game will be announced next month.

Dec 13, 2019

Fireflies holding job fair Jan. 11

Columbia's minor league baseball team is holding a job fair to fill positions ranging from usher to video production staff to concession workers. The fair will take place from 10 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. at Segra Park.

Dec 10, 2019

Cantina 76 expanding Main Street location

The expansion of the Main Street Cantina 76 will add 30 more seats and create space for private parties, according to a news release. The expansion is expected to be complete in spring 2020.