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Fireflies praise Save Minor League Baseball task force formation
While Columbia's minor league team is not among the 42 targeted for potential contraction, the Fireflies say they're united with all MiLB teams in opposition to the plan. A congressional task force was formed this week.
Fireflies offering 12 Days of Christmas promotion
Fans who purchase membership plans from Dec. 5-16 can experience special treats during the 2020 season, including a pre-game, on-field catch and a one-hour batting cage session.
Hospitality employees to be trained to spot human trafficking
Members of the S.C. Restaurant and Lodging Association and their employees will receive training on how to spot human trafficking and how to address it. The association will work with the state attorney general's office.
CAE executive director eyes more improvements, development
Michael Gula, who took over as executive director of Columbia Metropolitan Airport in 2018, has overseen several changes at the facility, including an automated baggage check-in system and an automated parking notification system.
CAE passengers can view Van Gogh mini exhibition
A pop-up installation of the larger Van Gogh exhibit on display at the Columbia Museum of Art will greet Columbia Metropolitan Airport passengers until Jan. 12. The mini exhibition includes a multimedia tour.
Fireflies to play 2 series as Los Chicharrones de Columbia
This is the second year Columbia's minor league baseball team will participate in the Copa de la Diversion initiative from Minor League Baseball, designed to engage fans from Latin America.
West Columbia development growing with hospital
The growth of Lexington Medical Center is spurring an increase in surrounding development, with construction beginning this month on a $70 million TownePlace by Marriott.
State Christmas tree arrives in Columbia
The 35-foot concolor fir arrived from a tree farm in Maryland on Tuesday morning. More than 13,000 lights will be strung and 900 ornaments hung on the tree before it is lit during a Nov. 24 ceremony.
Fireflies to open fifth season on April 9
The 2020 home slate for the Class A affiliate of the New York Mets includes 20 fireworks shows and five giveaways, along with six Wag-Along Wednesdays and 12 Thirsty Thursdays.
Hotel Trundle owners’ vision reaping rewards
The boutique hotel in downtown Columbia which transformed 3 vacant storefronts has received several awards since its April 2018 opening. Most recently, the hotel was named to Southern Living's curated Hotel Collection.
Five Points leaders present plan to revitalize downtown district
The 10-point plan calls on the city of Columbia to streamline the permitting process for new businesses and to waive startup fees, along with improving and increasing available parking.
Viewpoint: Change pays off for Columbia
A study found that March's NCAA men's basketball regional generated an economic impact of $11.3 million in Columbia and drew nearly 48,000 visitors. Those numbers would have been impossible to achieve without a significant change.
