SCRLA hosts inaugural ‘HerStory’ Women in Hospitality Leadership Conference at Wild Dunes Resort
November 10, 2026
The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) concluded its inaugural HerStory: Women in Hospitality Leadership Conference following a successful two-day gathering on November 1-2 at Wild Dunes Resort in…
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SCRLA partners with Sweatman Strategies for government affairs representation at the State House
November 10, 2026
Following a competitive Request for Proposals (RFP) process issued earlier this summer, the South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) announced the selection of Columbia-based Sweatman Strategies as its strategic…
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Help first responders reach 5,000-pound holiday food drive goal
November 10, 2026
First responders and community partners in Beaufort County are joining forces to help local families in need through the fifth annual Beaufort County First Responder Food Drive. Organizers are aiming…
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Seven Oaks at Grand Holland Estate rolls out mid-to-late November social calendar in Simpsonville
November 9, 2026
As autumn gives way to the holiday season, Seven Oaks at Grand Holland is stepping up as a focal point for local nightlife and hospitality, unveiling an expanded slate of…
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From the mess hall to the kitchen table: traditional comfort foods that honor Veterans Day
November 9, 2026
Unlike Thanksgiving with its roasted turkey or Independence Day with charred burgers and backyard cookouts, Veterans Day does not arrive with a neat, codified culinary script. Instead, the foods most…
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Fountain Inn Taproom raises the stakes for ‘Taproom’s Got Talent’ with studio 101 partnership
November 9, 2026
Local singer-songwriters and acoustic acts across the Golden Strip have a shot at professional studio time this month as the Fountain Inn Taproom ramps up its multi-week Taproom’s Got Talent…
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A Golden Strip Legacy: Clock Drive-In of Fountain Inn Celebrates 45 Years of Service
November 9, 2026
In an era where fast food comes wrapped in corporate formulas, The Clock Drive- In stands as living proof that good, honest food and deep family roots never go out…
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Gio’s Pastry partners with Italian American Festival of the Upstate for ‘Mangia for a Mission’ fundraiser
November 4, 2026
Downtown Fountain Inn favorite Gio’s Pastry, Caffe and Italian Market is teaming up with the Italian American Festival of the Upstate this weekend to turn sweet treats and Italian specialties…
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Simpsonville Holiday Fair Returns Saturday with Over 85 Local Artisans, Food Drive, and Charitable Mission
November 4, 2026
Downtown Simpsonville will kick off the festive shopping season this weekend as the Simpsonville Holiday Fair 2026 opens its doors at the Simpsonville Activity & Senior Center on Saturday, Nov.…
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Conestee Nature Preserve celebrates 20 years of trail connections this Saturday
November 4, 2026
Conestee Nature Preserve is ready to celebrate a major milestone this weekend, inviting the Upstate community to commemorate 20 years since the opening of its very first nature trail. The…
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South Carolina SNAP restrictions on soda, candy, and sugary drinks take effect
November 4, 2026
South Carolina residents receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits can no longer use their Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards to purchase most candy, regular soft drinks, and sweetened beverages,…
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Farm-to-Table dinner brings community together to support area youth
November 3, 2026
By Karen Owens Publisher Teach Feed Succeed isn’t just a motto—it’s a passion for supporters of Carolina Human Reinvestment of South Carolina (CHRSC), a Pawleys Island-based nonprofit committed to healthy…
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Celebrate the Holidays with “OH” Christmas Tea… or WINE! at Historic Hopsewee Plantation
November 3, 2026
Step into the magic of the holiday season at historic Hopsewee Plantation on Saturday, December 19, 2026, with two special seatings at 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM. This festive gathering…
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Village Idiot Pizza announces ninth annual ‘Pizza for Preemies’ with new mission to support local children’s hospital
November 3, 2026
After raising $88,000 over eight years, the Columbia restaurant’s signature fundraiser will benefit Prisma Health Children’s Hospital through Children’s Miracle Network for the first time. Village Idiot Pizza announced the…
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Experience the Magic: Wonderland of Lights returns to the Murrells Inlet MarshWalk
November 2, 2026
Get ready to immerse yourself in the holiday spirit along the coast! The Murrells Inlet MarshWalk is bringing back its beloved Wonderland of Lights walk-through Christmas light experience, promising its…
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Lowcountry Food Bank names Tina Postel as next CEO
November 2, 2026
Lowcountry Food Bank announced that its Board of Directors has selected Tina Postel as the organization’s next CEO. Postel will begin on January 25, 2027, and will work closely with current…
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Spicing Up Service: Mauldin High Student Council Hosts Inaugural Chili Cook-Off Benefiting Washington Center
November 2, 2026
Mauldin High School’s Student Council is inviting the community to bring their appetites and competitive recipes to the table this weekend for its first-ever Chili Cook-Off on Saturday, November 7.…
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Between the slices: celebrating national sandwich day with Our own backyard legend
November 2, 2026
By Barbara LeForge, Golden Strip News Editor Every November 3, lunch boxes, deli counters, and kitchen islands across the country honor one of humanity’s greatest culinary inventions: National Sandwich Day.…
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Italian American Festival of the Upstate Returns to Fountain Inn for 5th Annual Celebration in October 2027
November 2, 2026
Following an extended hiatus, one of the Upstate’s premier cultural food and heritage celebrations is officially making its comeback. Organizers of the Italian American Festival of the Upstate have announced…
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Not Sauer anymore: Duke’s Mayo parent company rebrands in honor of Upstate-born condiment icon
November 2, 2026
Nearly a century after Richmond-based C.F. Sauer Co. acquired a homegrown mayonnaise recipe whipped up by a Greenville entrepreneur, the food giant has made a historic move: it has officially…
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Coffee, pie, and community: Greater Mauldin Chamber launches new monthly networking series
November 2, 2026
Local business owners, entrepreneurs, and residents will gather this Friday for the launch of a new monthly community networking initiative. The Greater Mauldin Chamber of Commerce & Welcome Center is…
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The Village Group brings community and culture to life at eighth annual Tour de Plantersville
November 1, 2026
By Karen Owens Publisher The Village Group hit it out of the park Saturday with its eighth annual Andy Quattlebaum Tour de Plantersville and the accompanying Abie & Dorothea Ladson…
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Mistletoe Market Showcases Local Artists, Makers and Small Businesses
October 31, 2026
Downtown Beaufort will get a festive start to the holiday season Nov. 19-22 as the Freedman Arts District hosts Mistletoe Market 2026, a four-day celebration featuring local artists, holiday shopping,…
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Exchange Club of Charleston hosts Senior Day at the Coastal Carolina Fair on Nov. 4
October 30, 2026
The Exchange Club of Charleston will host its National Day of Service, designated as “Senior Day,” on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026, at the Coastal Carolina Fair located at Exchange Park,…
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Lord Berkeley Conservation Trust to host annual Woods & Waters at Historic Blessing Park
October 28, 2026
Lord Berkeley Conservation Trust will host its annual Woods & Waters event on Sunday, Nov. 15, from 1–4 p.m. at historic Blessing Park in Huger, SC, bringing together conservation supporters…
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Upstate Student Chefs Crowned South Carolina Champions in USDA Farm to School Cook-Off
October 27, 2026
Three Greenville County high school culinary students have captured the state championship title at the South Carolina Junior Chef Competition, earning top honors with a locally inspired Southern comfort dish.…
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Candy, unicorns, and a house “on fire”: family fun across the Golden Strip this Halloween weekend
October 26, 2026
With Halloween landing on a Saturday this year, families across Mauldin, Simpsonville, and Fountain Inn have a full 48-hour runway of seasonal festivities. Whether you want to beat the evening…
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The spooky spread: how home cooks are turning weeknight dinners into frightful feasts
October 26, 2026
As late October arrives, the excitement around Halloween is no longer reserved strictly for costumes and trick-or-treat bags. Across kitchen counters and dining tables, families and host enthusiasts are transforming…
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Chocolate Artworks hosts morning story time and tasting event for little chocolate lovers in Mauldin
October 26, 2026
Local sweet shop Chocolate Artworks is inviting preschoolers and their parents to discover the sweet world of candy-making with a morning program designed specifically for the community’s youngest culinary enthusiasts.…
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Fountain Inn Museum partners with The Wine Fountain for ‘Uncorked’ holiday tasting event on Nov. 10
October 26, 2026
The Fountain Inn Museum is teaming up with Depot Street neighbor The Wine Fountain to kick off the seasonal entertaining calendar with “A Night at the Museum: Uncorked,” an evening…
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United Way to host return of Gratefull Greenville community meal Nov. 23
October 22, 2026Pull up a chair and grab a plate, Gratefull Greenville will return to Main Street on Monday, Nov. 23. Hosted by United Way of Greenville County, Gratefull Greenville is a…
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Lowcountry Food Bank receives $50,000 grant from Norfolk Southern
October 22, 2026
Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) is proud to announce it has received a $50,000 grant from Norfolk Southern through its Thriving Communities Grant Program. The funding will support food distributions throughout the…
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A few reflections on our first Georgetown Wooden Boat Show
October 21, 2026
Alan and Cheryl Cooper Publishers of Who’s On The Move in South Carolina We attended our first-ever Wooden Boat Show this past weekend in Georgetown, SC. Here are a few…
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Grand Holland Social Club Unveils ‘Haunted Dinner at Seven Oaks’ for Halloween Weekend
October 21, 2026
The Grand Holland Social Club is setting the stage for Halloween with an upscale, seasonal culinary event scheduled for Friday, Oct. 30, 2026. Titled “Haunted Dinner at Seven Oaks,” the…
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Moretti’s Pizzeria & Bar to Donate Portion of Sales to ‘Let There Be Mom’ Charity
October 21, 2026
Local diners can support Upstate families facing serious illness this Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026, simply by ordering lunch or dinner. Moretti’s Pizzeria & Bar, located at 783 E. Butler Rd.…
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Grand Holland Social Club to Host ‘Bourbon & Cigar Night’ Under the Oak & Vine Trellis
October 21, 2026
The Grand Holland Social Club is set to host an evening dedicated to fine spirits, tobacco, and culinary pairings this Friday, Oct. 23, 2026. The event, titled “Bourbon & Cigar…
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New USC School of Medicine Greenville hydroponic garden provides an organized indoor space to grow fresh produce
October 20, 2026University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville second-year medical students Caroline Royals and Olivia Longsworth had been planting seedlings in cups on their small porches for upcoming community health…
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Spartanburg Cocktail Masters Competition brings community together to support Upstate hospitality workers
October 20, 2026
Photo Gallery of the event below Local mixologists, hospitality supporters, and cocktail enthusiasts gathered on September 25 at the Spartanburg Marriott for the 4th Annual Cocktail Masters Competition. Presented by…
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Two decades of trails: Conestee Nature Preserve to celebrate 20th anniversary with scavenger hunt and festival
October 19, 2026
For twenty years, Conestee Nature Preserve has served as the Upstate’s urban wilderness, offering hundreds of acres of wetlands, hardwood forests, and winding trails connecting neighboring communities. On Saturday, November…
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Temperature abuse triggers nationwide recall of 1.58 million pounds of hot dogs, bacon, and deli meats
October 19, 2026
Federal food safety officials have updated consumer warnings regarding a nationwide meat recall, confirming that more than 1.58 million pounds of ready-to-eat meat and poultry products have been pulled due…
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Congaree Land Trust welcomes the Midlands to ‘Oysters for Acres’ event
October 19, 2026
Congaree Land Trust (CLT) will host Oysters for Acres on Wednesday, November 18, at The Millstone at Adams Pond. Tickets are on sale now for this fall conservation celebration. The…
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Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation awards $100,000 grant to Lowcountry Food Bank
October 19, 2026
Lowcountry Food Bank has received $100,000 from the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation to help nourish children and families during the summer months. The Summers Without Hunger grant supports community…
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Step into the Shadows this Halloween at Hopsewee Plantation
October 19, 2026
Hopsewee Plantation hosts “A Meeting of the Macabre” featuring Edgar Allan Poe and Anne Rice Prepare for an atmospheric afternoon of gothic storytelling as Hopsewee Plantation and the Traveling Literary…
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The Scoop N Scootery to celebrate grand opening on Devine Street
October 16, 2026
The Scoop N Scootery, known for its indulgent ice cream sundaes and creative toppings, will celebrate its grand opening in Columbia on Friday, Oct. 23, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and…
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Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams to celebrate first Columbia location
October 16, 2026
Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams will celebrate the grand opening of its first Columbia location on Thursday, Oct. 22, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and an evening of free ice cream and…
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Costumes, candy, and cinema: Mauldin’s ‘Friday Night Frights’ returns to outdoor amphitheater Oct. 23
October 14, 2026
Spooky season officially takes over the center of town next week as the City of Mauldin hosts its annual family-friendly Halloween celebration, “Friday Night Frights,” at the Mauldin Amphtheater Scheduled…
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Celebrating Italian-American Heritage Month: authentic tastes and traditions across the Golden Strip
October 14, 2026
October is National Italian-American Heritage and Culture Month, honoring the enduring contributions, heritage, and culinary traditions of Americans of Italian descent. Across Mauldin, Simpsonville, and Fountain Inn, you don’t need…
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The sick-season spoon: 5 restorative soups that actually help you heal
October 14, 2026
When autumn temperatures drop across the Upstate and the first cold bugs start circulating through school hallways, local offices, and family living rooms, standard dinner routines quickly go out the…
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Lowcountry Food Bank’s 6th Annual Walk to Fight Hunger raises $82,670 to help fund feeding programs
October 14, 2026
Lowcountry Food Bank’s 6th Annual Walk to Fight Hunger took place on September 26th. The event, which raised $82,670, brings awareness to hunger issues in coastal South Carolina and raises…
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Gathering at the Garden: Carolina Human Reinvestment hosts Farm-to-Table fundraising dinner
October 12, 2026
Community members, local food enthusiasts, and supporters of youth development will gather for an unforgettable evening under the stars at the annual Farm to Table Fundraising Dinner in support of…
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