In Search of Moderation and a Bangin’ Shrimp Recipe
June 10, 2019By Kay MacInnis, Registered Dietitian, Providence Health In search of the perfect diet can be stressful, so what’s a girl to do….find moderation! Finding moderation…seems like it should be…
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Waitr transitions Columbia business to Bite Squad
June 5, 2019National food delivery companies consolidate local food delivery offerings Waitr announced it is integrating its Columbia area business with Bite Squad, the restaurant delivery company Waitr acquired earlier this year.…
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Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island hosting “Sandbar Saturday Nights” with live music & buffet
June 4, 2019Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island is hosting “Sandbar Saturday Nights” at its Sandbar at Marker 72 beach bar on most Saturday evenings throughout the summer. Featuring a fun, relaxing, family-friendly…
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The Sweetery’s Wine Sticks going “small” just in time for New York Trade Show
June 3, 2019The Sweetery will be introducing a single portion size of its popular Wine Sticks and Beer Buddies lines later this month at the Summer Fancy Food Show in New York…
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Cucumbers and Peaches: An Awesome Combination!
May 28, 2019By Kay MacInnis, Registered Dietitian with Providence Health In May 2018 a task force comprised of representatives from the American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology released the…
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U.S. Waffle Company launching new Pickens County facility
May 24, 2019Frozen Food Processing Facility to Create 114 New Jobs U.S. Waffle Company today announced plans to launch a new frozen food processing facility in Pickens County. The company’s $22.1 million…
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Quick Easy tips for Salad-Meal Making; Plus a recipe for Farro Kale salad
May 20, 2019By Kay MacInnis, Registered Dietitian with Providence Health Salad season is here!!! Probably my favorite thing to fix. They are great for breakfast, lunch or supper. Okay I…
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The Fitness-Dementia Connection: Plus Crab Salad Recipe
May 13, 2019By Kay MacInnis, Registered Dietitian with Providence Health Can’t wait for spring and summer schedules to get in place. Love having the longer afternoons to get that yard work…
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The Sweetery’s Wine Sticks going “small” just in time for New York Trade Show
May 10, 2019ANDERSON, S.C – The Sweetery will be introducing a single portion size of its popular Wine Sticks and Beer Buddies lines later this month at the Summer Fancy Food Show…
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Furman University receives grant to help reduce food waste, address food insecurity on campus
May 6, 2019Furman University is among 27 academic institutions that will receive funding from PepsiCo Recycling for campus sustainability efforts. Now in its third year, PepsiCo’s Zero Impact Fund (ZIF) allows representatives…
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Spring is a Great Time to Consider Clean Eating
May 6, 2019By Kay MacInnis, Registered Dietitian with Providence Health Spring cleaning! This is the perfect time of the year with all the fresh produce popping out all over the place…
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The Brain Injury Association of South Carolina announces 2019 Food for Thought panelists
April 29, 2019The Brain Injury Association of South Carolina (BIASC) announces the 2019 panelists for its inaugural Food for Thought fundraising event. This event is the BIASC’s primary fundraising event in the…
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Richland Library Farmers Market expands to new location
April 26, 2019With the growing season in full swing across South Carolina, it’s the perfect time to share that Richland Library is launching a new Farmers Market. Beginning May 7, customers can…
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Bring your appetite as guests share recipes in Richland Library’s Teaching Kitchen
April 25, 2019Temperatures are beginning to heat up outside, and activity is heating up inside Richland Library’s Teaching Kitchen as well. Staff are welcoming two special guests to our Northeast location (7490…
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Za’s on Devine launches new party packages for private dining space
April 24, 2019Za’s on Devine — a locally owned, neighborhood restaurant and bar in Columbia’s Devine Street district — has released new private dining party packages. With graduation around the corner, these…
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Joe’s Place Bookstore to celebrate National Independent Bookstore Day
April 23, 2019Join Joe’s Place Bookstore in celebrating Independent Bookstore Day on Saturday, April 27. The all-day event kicks off with a special brunch option from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and…
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Ten at the Top to hold workshop focused on food access for seniors
April 16, 2019As part of an ongoing series addressing issues facing seniors in the Upstate, Ten at the Top (TATT) will be hosting a workshop focused on food access for seniors on…
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Put a Little Spring in your Step with Less Prep
April 11, 2019By Kay MacInnis, Registered Dietitian with Providence Health Don’t you just love the longer days?! They provide a great chance to get out and exercise, work in the yard…
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Jersey Mike’s raises $28,732 for Palmetto Children’s Hospital
April 8, 2019In the Columbia area, $28,732 was raised for Palmetto Health Children’s Hospital. Jersey Mike’s Subs, known for its authentic fresh sliced/fresh grilled subs, joined with its generous customers this March during the 9th Annual…
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Shrimp and Cholesterol: the Updated Story – Plus a Recipe for Zesty Shrimp Saute
April 7, 2019By Kay MacInnis, Registered Dietitian with Providence Health What is the story on shrimp? We have been told for many years that it is not something we should include…
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Richland Library Spruces up Farmers Market in Time for Spring
April 5, 2019With spring in full bloom, Richland Library is refreshing its Farmers Market with a new schedule and vendors. Enjoy the added perk during your next visit to the library, which…
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Join the Lowcountry Food Bank 2019 Giving Tree celebration – April 4
April 2, 2019Recognizing the food bank’s most generous donors What: Join the Lowcountry Food Bank 2019 Giving Tree Ceremony Where: The Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) 2864 Azalea Drive, Charleston, SC 29405 When:…
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Getting into a Frugal State of Mind… How to Save Money on Your Groceries and Still Eat Healthy
March 29, 2019By Kay MacInnis, Registered Dietitian with Providence Health Plus a healthy recipe for Black Bean Quesadillas It seems like I spend more on my groceries than I used to…
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State Barbecue Champion named at Commissioner’s Cup BBQ Cook-off and Festival
March 25, 2019The 8th annual Commissioner’s Cup BBQ Cook-off and Festival named a new State Barbecue Champion on Saturday, March 23. The South Carolina Department of Agriculture hosted this competition at the…
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National Colorectal Cancer Month: Eating for Gut Health
March 20, 2019By Kay MacInnis, Registered Dietitian with Providence Health March is National Nutrition Month, but it is also National Colorectal Cancer Month, and since food is an important factor in…
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Joe’s Place now offering Upstate-made Wine Sticks
March 19, 2019People looking to add some flavor to their wine purchases now have a new option from Joe’s Place downtown. The cozy bookstore and wine bar has added Wine Sticks, which…
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Joe’s Place celebrating fifth anniversary with some fun changes for customers and loyal fans
March 12, 2019This month celebrates the fifth anniversary of the opening of Joe’s Place, a downtown bookstore and relaxing spot for wine, food and coffee. To celebrate, owners Mary and Alix Bernard…
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Tips to Reduce Your Sodium Intake, Plus a recipe for a healthy easy side dish
March 7, 2019By Kay MacInnis, Registered Dietitian with Providence Health Most of know that eating too much salt can lead to high blood pressure and heart disease. Did you know it could…
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Learn New Skills & Get Cooking at Richland Library
March 5, 2019Can you smell what Richland Library Northeast is cooking? If you haven’t been able to experience the new Teaching Kitchen, located at 7490 Parklane Road, there are three chances throughout…
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Learn New Skills & Get Cooking at Richland Library
March 5, 2019Can you smell what Richland Library Northeast is cooking? If you haven’t been able to experience the new Teaching Kitchen, located at 7490 Parklane Road, there are three chances throughout…
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Key Points for Making and Sticking to Healthier Choices
March 1, 2019By Kay MacInnis, Registered Dietitian with Providence Health It is always a good time to make an impact on our heart health. Think about these things when you are…
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All About Grits: Millers All Day hosts grits panel during Charleston Wine and Food Festival
February 13, 2019Think you know your favorite breakfast food? It’s time to think again. During a lively discussion with grits expert and author Nathalie Dupree, farmer and miller Greg Johnsman, and Erin…
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All About Grits: Millers All Day hosts grits panel during Charleston Wine and Food Festival
February 13, 2019Think you know your favorite breakfast food? It’s time to think again. During a lively discussion with grits expert and author Nathalie Dupree, farmer and miller Greg Johnsman, and Erin…
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Make Your Heart Healthy With These Tips: PLUS a Recipe for Seafood Risotto
February 7, 2019By Kay MacInnis, Registered Dietitian with Providence Health February is heart healthy month and the focus is all about the heart….especially with Valentine’s Day next week. Makes us think…
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Village Idiot Pizza introduces “Pizza-gram” package with heart-shaped toppings, candy and old-school valentine
February 6, 2019Columbia, S.C. hot spot also challenges fans to write love poem to win free Valentine delivery from Jingles the Jester Through Valentine’s Day (Thursday, Feb. 14, 2019) Village Idiot Pizza…
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Village Idiot Pizza introduces “Pizza-gram” package with heart-shaped toppings, candy and old-school valentine
February 6, 2019Columbia, S.C. hot spot also challenges fans to write love poem to win free Valentine delivery from Jingles the Jester Through Valentine’s Day (Thursday, Feb. 14, 2019) Village Idiot Pizza…
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Columbia Food and Wine Festival Planning Committee Releases 2019 Festival Details and Tickets
February 1, 2019The Columbia Food and Wine Festival Planning Committee have launched 2019 festival ticket sales, along with details on the newly added satellite events. After a sold-out inaugural year that featured 42…
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It’s Heart Month! Give your heart the attention it deserves to stay healthy all year long
January 31, 2019By Kay MacInnis, Registered Dietitian with Providence Health With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, hearts seem to be everywhere you look this time of year. That’s why it…
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Wear Red and Eat Red Too for Heart Month, plus a recipe for Cherry and Peach Parfaits
January 25, 2019By Kay MacInnis, Registered Dietitian with Providence Health Did you know that one in three women die of heart disease? That nearly 80 percent of cardiac events can be…
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Third Annual Tacos & Tequila Fiesta coming back to Greenville
January 22, 2019The third annual Tacos & Tequila Fiesta, presented by Lunazul 100% Agave Tequila, is coming back to downtown Greenville. Produced by High Spirits Events, this high-energy is set to take…
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The Cliffs names Corbett Rourk executive chef of The Cliffs at Glassy
January 22, 2019The Cliffs is pleased to announce Chef Corbett Rourk has been named executive chef of The Cliffs at Glassy, located just outside Greenville. In this role he leads the culinary…
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Third Annual Tacos & Tequila Fiesta coming back to Greenville
January 22, 2019The third annual Tacos & Tequila Fiesta, presented by Lunazul 100% Agave Tequila, is coming back to downtown Greenville. Produced by High Spirits Events, this high-energy is set to take…
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The Cliffs names Corbett Rourk executive chef of The Cliffs at Glassy
January 22, 2019The Cliffs is pleased to announce Chef Corbett Rourk has been named executive chef of The Cliffs at Glassy, located just outside Greenville. In this role he leads the culinary…
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Small Tweaks can equal Big Results when Changing to a Healthy Lifestyle
January 18, 2019By Kay MacInnis, Registered Dietitian with Providence Health Plus a recipe for Meyer Lemon and Rosemary Chicken Salad Really good things happen when you make small changes that you…
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Make 2019 Your Best Year Ever: 10 Tips to Help You Manage Your Stress, Sleep Better and Be Healthier
January 11, 2019By Kay MacInnis, Registered Dietitian with Providence Health The beginning of a new year means a fresh start. It is an opportunity to tackle new projects, set new goals…
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The Sweetery to launch new flavor of Wine Sticks at national show
January 10, 2019ANDERSON, S.C – The family owned bakery, The Sweetery, will be introducing its latest creation – a biscotti like snack that can be paired with a Bloody Mary or sweet…
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The Sweetery to launch new flavor of Wine Sticks at national show
January 10, 2019ANDERSON, S.C – The family owned bakery, The Sweetery, will be introducing its latest creation – a biscotti like snack that can be paired with a Bloody Mary or sweet…
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Cason Development Group bringing A Taste of the South to Sumter Street
January 4, 2019Cason Development Group is bringing A Taste of the South, literally, to Cottontown. Cason has leased 2222 Sumter St. in the historic neighborhood to the local, 30-year-old confections, treats and…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Jonathan Willis, Farm Fresh Fast
December 18, 2018The UpstateBizSC Entrepreneur Minute is a one minute interview in support of entrepreneurship. We would like to thank our sponsors of this video series – Wells Fargo and Bauknight, Pietras and Stormer. …
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Maintain, not Gain is the Strategy for the Holidays, plus a Sweet Meringue Cookie Treat
December 14, 2018By Kay MacInnis, Registered Dietitian with Providence Health Thinking about all the rushing around over the next couple of weeks and how to get everything done, some of healthy…
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