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11th Annual Palmetto Capital City Classic Schedule of Events

11th Annual Palmetto Capital City Classic Schedule of Events

For the past 11 years, the Palmetto Capital City Classic (PCCC) has been the ultimate Historically Black College and University (HBCU) football experience that brings fans together from across the state of South Carolina and the Southeast for a fantastic weekend of fun and football.

Vote for your favorite park in the statewide grant contest

Vote for your favorite park in the statewide grant contest

Local residents have an opportunity to score big points for basketball courts in the area with the simple click of a mouse.  Burton Packs Park and St.

Benedict Tigers set to battle Bowie State in national spotlight

Benedict Tigers set to battle Bowie State in national spotlight

The Benedict College Tigers are set to take on the Bowie State Bulldogs in a home opener at Charlie W. Johnson Stadium Thursday night.

The Congaree Swampfest to celebrate 10 years of culture

The Congaree Swampfest to celebrate 10 years of culture

The ever popular Congaree SwampFest is a unique opportunity to celebrate the rich heritage of Lower Richland County.  The tenth annual Congaree SwampFest will be held on Friday, October 5, 2012 and Saturday, October 5, 2012. 

On Friday evening, October 5th, the weekend will begin with an Evening of BBQ, Blues & Jazz at the historic Harriet Barber House, 116 Barberville Loop and Lower Richland Boulevard, off Garners Ferry Road, Hopkins, SC.  Tickets for this fundraiser are $15.00 ($20.00 – day of event) V.I.P.

Williams-Brice Stadium to offer Bojangles'

Williams-Brice Stadium to offer Bojangles'

Williams-Brice Stadium now offers Bojangles' as one of its concession options.

The Charlotte-based chicken and biscuit chain will operate out of two locations, one on the home side of the stadium and one under the new video board in the north end zone.

Bojangles' will be offering its chicken filet sandwiches, seasoned fries, and chicken supremes.

“There are few Southern traditions enjoyed as much as football and fried chicken,” said Randy Kibler, president and CEO of Bojangles’.  “We’re excited to be pairing our Southern classics with Gamecock football.  We

Calling All Good Samaritans!

Calling All Good Samaritans!

Come out to the Benedict vs. Bowie State Football Game on Thursday, September 6. If you bring FOUR non-perishable food items to the game you can receive a $5.00 admission ticket.

The home opener at Charlie W. Johnson Stadium will start at 8 p.m., but come out early at 6 p.m. for some pre-game festivities.

They will have a BC Idol Talent show (open to the public), FREE hotdogs, Pepsi, chips, and T-Shirts to the first 500. Tons of on-field contests -- cash prizes of $1,000.00, and $50,000.00, and a weekend getaway at the Doubletree by Hilton, and more!

Get wet; protect three rivers at upcoming water festival

Get wet; protect three rivers at upcoming water festival

The City of Columbia, Lexington County and Richland County are excited to announce the third annual Summer Celebration of Water Festival! This free family friendly event will be held at Riverfront Park in Columbia from 10 am to 2 pm on August 25, 2011!