Hospitality and Tourism

Right-handed pitcher Merandy Gonzalez became the first former Columbia player to make an MLB appearance on Thursday. He threw two scoreless innings for Miami in the Marlins’ 12-3 loss at Milwaukee. … Read More

The second annual event will temporarily close Devine Street so that it may be used for walking, bicycling and socializing. The event will feature family-friendly activities and take place from 1 p.m., to 5 p.m. … Read More

Columbia’s minor league baseball team will honor active duty military members, reservists and veterans for the second year with a commemorative baseball card set, which will be given to the first 1,000 fans at a Memorial Day game. … Read More

The three cubs, born last week, are the first for the zoo since 2008. They will remain off-exhibit until they are about 3 months old. … Read More

The Benedict College baseball team will host Claflin University in the inaugural Capital City Baseball Classic at Spirit Communications Park. The event, hosted by the Columbia Fireflies, will take place Monday, April 23. … Read More