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Return of the Chicharrones
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Check out the special Copa de la Diversión uniform. | Photo courtesy of The Fireflies
The Columbia Fireflies will temporarily undergo a name and mascot change to connect teams with their local US Hispanic community this week. The Fireflies return to the “Chicharrones de Columbia” during their games this weekend, Friday, May 17 through Sunday, May 19.

The name comes from “Chicharrones,” a Spanish dish made of fried pork belly. Don’t worry, you’ll get to try some yourself. The weekend series will dish out fresh pork rind nachos at the park.

Here’s what to expect:

  • Fans can enjoy a lively atmosphere at Segra Park, with live music from The Latin Musical Caravan, Spanish-language announcements, and dugout dancers to amp up the crowd.
  • Don’t miss the chance to take home exclusive team merchandise featuring the “Chicharrones de Columbia” logo.

Chicharrones de Columbia highlights:

  • Thursday, May 16 | Richland Library Northeast, 7490 Parklane Rd. | 10 a.m. | Free | Join Fireflies players as they host a special Bilingual Storytime and interactive activities.
  • Friday, May 17 | 7:05 p.m. | Kick off Copa de la Diversión weekend with Soccer Night, featuring an exclusive jersey giveaway for the first 1,000 friends.
  • Saturday, May 18 | 4:30 p.m. + 6:05 p.m. | Enjoy a doubleheader with gates opening at 3:30 p.m., featuring appearances by the ZOOperstars and Girl Scout Night, followed by post-game fireworks.
  • Sunday, May 19 | 5:05 p.m. | Close out Copa de la Diversión Weekend with Sunday Funday, offering pre-game autographs, Kids Run the Bases, and Sincopao Flamenco dancing on the main plaza.
Fun fact: This is the third year the team has engaged in the rebranding for Minor League Baseball’s Copa de la Diversión initiative to reach out to Latino and Hispanic fans.
Asked

Formed in 1892, this was the name of Columbia’s first professional baseball team.
A) Skyscrapers
B) Senators
C) Bombers
D) River Monsters
    Swing for the fence
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    Events
    Wednesday, May 15
    • Jazz Al Fresco | Wednesday, May 15 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | Columbia Museum of Art, 1515 Main St., Columbia | Free | Musician Mark Rapp leads a rotating group of musicians as listeners take in the spring air and enjoy a nosh by the fountain or a quick respite on the plaza.
    • Columbia Fireflies vs. Charleston RiverDogs | Wednesday, May 15 | 12:05 p.m. | Segra Park, 1640 Freed St., Columbia | $6-$18 | It’s Senior Citizens Day: Those 55 and older are welcome to enjoy a stroll around the bases post-game.*
    Thursday, May 16
    • Loading Dock Live | Thursday, May 16 | 5:30-8 p.m. | The Township Auditorium, 1703 Taylor St., Columbia | Free | Watch Terence Young and Finesse on the loading dock area directly behind the Township Auditorium.
    • Country Dance Lessons | Thursday, May 16 | 7-10 p.m. | Bill’s Music Shop, 710 Meeting St., West Columbia | $10 | Learn to swing your partner round and round at these lessons with Cody Davis.
    Friday, May 17
    • The Last Match: A Pro-Wrestling Rock Experience | Friday, May 17 | 8 p.m. | The Senate, 1022B Senate St., Columbia | $29.50 | Watch this rock experience with pro wrestlers Mickie James, Simon Miller, Bull James, Afa Jr., McKenzie Mitchell, and Matt Rehwoldt.
    • 2024 Red, White, and Brews | Friday, May 17 | 5-8 p.m. | Irmo Town Park, 7330 Carlisle St., Irmo | $40-$50 | Enjoy an evening of hand-selected wines, craft beer, food from local restaurants, live music from Rhythm 54.
    Saturday, May 18
    • Artist Pop-Up Featuring Somer Parker-Palmer | Saturday, May 18-Sunday, May 19 | Times vary | Columbia Visitors Center, 1120 Lincoln St., Columbia | Free | Come down this weekend to see the work on display and for sale in the outdoor Vista space.
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    Asked

    Prisma Health On Call: Ask your questions about stroke
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    This month, we’re connecting readers to the stroke specialists at Prisma Health. | Photo provided by Prisma Health
    May is Stroke Awareness Month, and with strokes affecting 795,000+ people in the US every year (that’s one person every 40 seconds), it’s never too early to learn what you can do to stay on top of your health.

    Let’s start simple: Time is critical when it comes to a stroke, and Prisma Health has the most certified stroke centers in South Carolina.

    That’s why, in this month’s installment of Prisma Health On Call, we’re connecting readers to Prisma Health stroke specialists who are here, on call, and ready to answer your questions about stroke, including those surrounding:
    Submit your questions below, and we’ll share the experts’ answers in a few weeks.
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    News Notes
    Festival
    • The Sustainable Midlands Palmetto Tasty Tomato Festival returns Saturday, July 20 from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Robert Mills House. Enjoy live music, local vendors, food trucks, kid activities, a silent auction, tomato tastings, and competitions.
    Biz
    • Columbia Vehicle Group is set to open a manufacturing facility in Aiken County, creating 180 jobs with a $12 million investment, bolstering SC’s electric vehicle industry. Operations will begin over the next 18 months. (The State)
    Sports
    • With the SEC expanding to include Texas and Oklahoma, the 2024-25 Gamecock’s men’s basketball schedule brings changes. The Gamecocks will host Texas, travel to Norman to take on Oklahoma, and play Mississippi State and Florida twice. (Gamecocks Online)
    Cause
    • On Monday, July 1, Georgia Mjartan will become the new President and CEO of the Central Carolina Community Foundation. Previously leading SC First Steps and its growth, her experience in executive roles is expected to drive community initiatives.
    History
    • “Beauty Art by Roy,” a salon with historical significance as a former medical facility for the Black community in the 1960s, is being considered for historic landmark status. A public meeting is set for Thursday, May 16 at City Hall. (WLTX)
    Sports
    • The Carolina Hurricanes are staying alive after forcing a game six in the Stanley Cup playoffs. Go beyond the scoreboard and behind the scenes of the Carolina Hurricanes with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
    Health
    Wellness
    • Cornbread Hemp’s CBD Sleep Gummies are available in two strengths and made with high-quality USDA organic CBD extract. Get 30% off with code CBDSLEEP30.*
    Home
    • Did you know you could finance your fixer-upper with home equity? You could get up to $50K with a HELOC — calculate your payment.*
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    Development

    New northeast medical park takes root

    Prisma Health breaks ground on new Northeast medical park
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    A rendering of the new facility in Northeast Columbia. | Photo provided by Prisma Health
    Work is underway at Prisma Health’s new 15-acre medical campus in northeast Columbia. The Northeast Columbia Medical Park will bring comprehensive outpatient care closer to patients in the growing Midlands area, including Blythewood, Winnsboro, and Elgin.

    The 134,000-sqft facility, located at 1120 Robert Branch Parkway in Killians Crossing, will offer:
    • primary and specialty care
    • physical therapy
    • imaging
    • lab services
    • outpatient surgery
    • retail pharmacy
    Additional features include cardiology and orthopedics centers, four operating rooms, and 110 exam rooms. Expected to open in fall 2025, the $128 million project is anticipated to create over 250 jobs, boosting the Midlands’ economy.
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    The Wrap
     
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    I’m so excited to see the return of the Tasty Tomato Festival this year and the added perk of it happening at the Robert Mills House and Gardens. I’m growing a variety of tomatoes this year, including Cherokee Purple, Yellow Pear, and Chef’s Choice Black. With all this rain, things are going well so far; I just need to keep the critters away once they start to fruit.
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