Celebrate local culture and fall fun at The Abie & Dorethia Ladson Cultural Festival!
October 18, 2026
Mark your calendars for a vibrant day of community, tradition, and autumn festivities! The Abie & Dorethia Ladson Cultural Festival is taking place on Saturday, October 31, 2026, starting at…
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Friends of the Waccamaw Library to host music bingo
October 16, 2026
The Friends of the Waccamaw Library (FOWL) is hosting a music bingo fundraiser at Pawleys Tap House and Grill on November 4, 2026 (located at 13089 Ocean Highway in Pawleys…
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Steve Mays appointed new tournament director of Myrtle Beach Classic
October 15, 2026
Longtime Grand Strand golf and tourism executive to lead one of South Carolina’s premier tournaments SPORTFIVE, the organization that facilitates and operates the Myrtle Beach Classic, the Grand Strand’s annual…
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South Carolina’s Tall Ship set to sail into the 37th Annual Georgetown Wooden Boat Show
October 12, 2026
Georgetown’s historic waterfront is preparing to welcome a distinguished guest this autumn. The Spirit of South Carolina, South Carolina’s beloved 140-foot traditional tall ship, will dock along Georgetown’s Harborwalk as…
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Fireflies Holiday Lights tickets on sale Friday fifth year of lights promises to be brighter than ever
October 7, 2026
The Columbia Fireflies announced that tickets for the fifth year of Fireflies Holiday Lights go on sale this Friday, October 9 at 10 am. This year, the ballpark will host…
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Restaurant Week Midlands kicks off tomorrow: 11 days of culinary excellence starts October 8
October 7, 2026
The South Carolina Restaurant & Lodging Association (SCRLA) announced that Restaurant Week Midlands officially begins tomorrow, October 8, and runs through Sunday, October 18, 2026. For 11 flavor-packed days, diners…
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Exploring Heritage through Culinary Traditions: “1526: African Arrivals — The Foodways They Sustained”
October 7, 2026
As part of a month-long series of Middle Passage Remembered events commemorating 500 years of African history and presence in North America (1526–2026), a special culinary and educational program will…
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Escape Artist Greenville named one of the Top 10 Escape Rooms in the U.S. by USA TODAY 10Best
October 4, 2026
Escape Artist Greenville has been named one of the Top 10 Escape Rooms in the United States, earning the #7 spot in the 2026 USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards.…
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Brookgreen Gardens hosts “An Afternoon of Music” featuring the Charleston Symphony String Quartet
October 1, 2026
Brookgreen Gardens invites music lovers and garden enthusiasts to an intimate concert performance by the Charleston Symphony String Quartet at the Purdy Center Great Hall on Sunday, November 1, 2026.…
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Moveable Feast announces October author and dining lineup in Pawleys Island
September 28, 2026
The Moveable Feast, a long-running weekly series connecting local readers with authors, artists, and historians, has released its featured lineup and dining schedule for October. Founded and managed by Linda…
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Capital City/Lake Murray Country celebrates regional collaboration and looks ahead to Lake Murray’s centennial
September 22, 2026
The Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board(opens in new tab) (CCLMC) gathered partners, stakeholders, community leaders and tourism industry representatives at its Annual Meeting on Thursday, August 27, 2026,…
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Discover nearby adventures: Storehouse Tours unveils exciting new Day Trip lineup
September 21, 2026
Storehouse Tours has announced a fresh lineup of day trips packed with local culture, seasonal festivities, unique shopping, and nature experiences. Travel for these trips is conducted in a 15-passenger…
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City of Columbia appoints SCRLA’s Lenza Jolley to Main Street District’s Board of Directors
September 14, 2026
The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) announced that Lenza Jolley(opens in new tab), Vice President of Membership and Development, has been appointed by the City of Columbia Council…
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Join host Lee Brockington on an unforgettable 3-island Hawaiian adventure
September 14, 2026
Storehouse Tours is excited to announce an exclusive 8-day guided journey, the Hawaii 3 Island Adventure, hosted by Lee Brockington. Departing November 2 – 9, 2027, this immersive tour invites…
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City of Columbia appoints SCRLA Chief Operating Officer Douglas O’Flaherty to the Midlands Authority for Conventions, Sports and Tourism Board
September 14, 2026
The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) announced that Chief Operating Officer Douglas O’Flaherty has been appointed by the City of Columbia Council to serve on the Board of…
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Join Friendship Place in serving our community through Georgetown EATS
September 10, 2026
Friendship Place is responding to the growing need for food support in our community through Georgetown EATS. The program welcomes neighbors for free meals Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m.…
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Furman professor to start Greenville County Historical Society season
September 10, 2026
The 200 years of Furman University will be the subject of the first event in the Greenville County Historical Society’s 2026-27 Lecture Series. The Lecture Series brings together eminent historians…
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Good to Go expands team with Anna Britton Madden as Director of Marketing and Summer Gibson as Director of Gourmet Vending
September 9, 2026Good to Go, the locally owned neighborhood market known for its chef-prepared meals, fresh grab-and-go offerings, boutique wines, curated retail products and catering, today announced the appointment of Anna Britton…
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Historic Columbia’s upcoming programs & events
September 2, 2026
Birdwatching in the Gardens Thursday, September 10 and 24 | 8:00 – 9:00 a.m. | Gardens of the Hampton-Preston Mansion | 1615 Blanding Street Keep your eye to the sky and join Historic…
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Moultrie Southern Cuisine – Fry Cooks
August 31, 2026
NOW HIRING – FRY COOKS! Moultrie Southern Cuisine on The Square in Laurens, SC is looking for motivated, hardworking Fry Cooks to join our team! Pay: $15-$17/hour Full-time positions available…
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Saint Frances Animal Center partners with On The Half Shell for community adoption event
August 26, 2026
Saint Frances Animal Center is teaming up with On The Half Shell restaurant for a special adoption and fundraising event on Sunday, September 6, from 12:00 to 5:00 pm. Community…
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February getaways with Storehouse Tours: History, Horses and the Golden Isles
August 25, 2026
By Linda Ludwik February may still be winter in the Lowcountry, but it is also a wonderful time to pack a bag, climb aboard a comfortable motorcoach and discover somewhere…
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Betty’s Beach Chairs launches on Folly Beach
August 18, 2026
Bringing Effortless Beach Days to the Sand There’s a new girl on Folly, and she’s making beach days a whole lot easier. Betty’s Beach Chairs, a new beach chair and…
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Experience Columbia SC names Rick Lackland Vice President of the CVB
August 14, 2026
Experience Columbia SC has appointed Columbia native Rick Lackland as vice president of the Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB), bringing decades of hospitality sales, destination marketing and leadership experience to…
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Food & beverage leads visitor spending as Columbia’s tourism economy reaches $3 billion
August 13, 2026
Visitors to the Columbia region generated a $3.0 billion economic impact in 2025, spending $1.9 billion throughout the local economy and supporting 23,731 jobs, according to the latest Economic Impact…
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5 Points Social to celebrate grand opening in Columbia
August 9, 2026
5 Points Social, a new sports bar and entertainment venue in Columbia’s Five Points district, will celebrate its grand opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday, Aug. 13. Located at 632…
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New insurance program aims to ease South Carolina liquor liability costs
August 4, 2026
A coverage option announced last month could bring relief to South Carolina bars, taverns and restaurants that have watched liquor liability premiums climb past what many small operators can afford.…
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Coastal Crust brings its signature wood-fired pizza experience to Columbia
July 30, 2026
Grand Opening in the BullStreet District on Aug. 4 Coastal Crust, South Carolina’s beloved family-owned wood-fired pizzerias, announced that its newest location in Columbia’s vibrant BullStreet District will be open…
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SCRLA announces Restaurant Week Upstate’s return this August
July 28, 2026
The South Carolina Restaurant & Lodging Association (SCRLA) announced the highly anticipated return of Restaurant Week Upstate, taking place from August 13-23, 2026. The 11-day culinary celebration will highlight premier…
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Cheers to Positively Primeval Cocktail Company on its one-year anniversary
July 24, 2026
Members of the Georgetown County Chamber of Commerce were joined by friends and family members to celebrate with Natasha Sprinkle and her team as they marked their first anniversary in…
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The Great Georgetown County Scoop Hunt: Where to celebrate National Ice Cream Day local style
July 15, 2026
National Ice Cream Day lands on Sunday, July 19, 2026, arriving at the perfect moment to serve as a refreshing civic strategy against the peak of a Lowcountry July. Fortunately,…
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Five key things to consider when planning an event
July 13, 2026
By Leah Stoudenmire Lawson We are now halfway through 2026, and 2027 will be here before we know it. As companies begin to outline their budgets for the next year,…
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Hammock Day swings into summer on July 25, 2026, in Pawleys Island
July 13, 2026
By Clayton Stairs and Mark A. Stevens/ tourism staff for the Georgetown County Chamber of Commerce and South Carolina’s Hammock Coast® Visitors and locals are set to gather once again…
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Positively Primeval Cocktail Company celebrates One-Year Anniversary with ribbon cutting and community toast
July 8, 2026
Positively Primeval Cocktail Company is thrilled to announce its official one-year anniversary celebration and Ribbon Cutting ceremony on Thursday, July 23, 2026. The event marks an incredible first year of…
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Capital City/Lake Murray Country celebrates Amy Hoffman’s 20 years of dedicated service
July 7, 2026
Capital City/Lake Murray Country (CCLMC) celebrates Amy Roof Hoffman as she marks 20 years of service to the organization, honoring a career that has helped shape the growth of the…
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LAST CALL for Charleston & Gibbes Museum Day Trip!
July 1, 2026
Don’t miss out on our upcoming day trip to Charleston on Tuesday, July 14, 2026! Spaces are filling up fast for this fully-inclusive tour featuring art, history, and great company.…
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Melrose Market officially opens, bringing a new full-service restaurant to Melrose Heights
July 1, 2026
Lunch available on a walk-in basis; dinner reservations required Melrose Market is now open in Columbia’s Melrose Heights neighborhood, introducing a new full-service restaurant built around exceptional food, thoughtful hospitality…
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Jason Moon joins Wild Dunes Resort leadership team as Director of Hotel Facilities
June 30, 2026
Wild Dunes Resort, a Destination by Hyatt property, announced the appointment of Jason Moon as Director of Hotel Facilities. In this role, Moon will oversee the resort’s Engineering and Loss…
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Cinnamon Roll Deli announces June 29 grand opening in Lexington
June 30, 2026
On Monday, June 29, Cinnamon Roll Deli officially opened its newest location to the public. The restaurant invites guests to experience the award-winning menu, family-friendly atmosphere and hospitality that have…
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Hotel Hartness transitions to owner management
June 29, 2026
Hotel Hartness, the award-winning luxury boutique hotel located within the Hartness community, has transitioned to owner management, concluding its agreement with Hay Creek Hotels and bringing operations fully in-house. The…
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Take the 7th inning stretch at Upcountry History Museum with “Picturing America’s Pastime” Exhibit
June 26, 2026
“Take me out to the…Museum?” Yes, step into the 7th inning stretch with “Picturing America’s Pastime” and explore the grandeur of the early game through the vibrancy of today’s big-league…
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Georgetown County July 4th weekend event guide
June 22, 2026
Celebrate America’s 250th Semi quincentennial Anniversary and enjoy a jam-packed weekend of community traditions across Georgetown County. Below is a comprehensive guide to the parades, live music, fireworks, and historic…
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Pawleys Island to host 60th Annual 4th of July Parade and America250 Celebration
June 19, 2026
The Town of Pawleys Island is excited to announce its 60th Annual 4th of July Parade, coinciding this year with a special celebration honoring America’s 250th anniversary. Community members, locals,…
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Flags on Front celebration will continue Saturday without ukulele concert
June 12, 2026
The Georgetown Business Association announced a scheduling change for tomorrow’s patriotic Flags on Front event. The Ukes by the Sea performance has been cancelled. “The temperatures are predicted to exceed…
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Wachesaw Plantation Club invests in the future with multi-million dollar enhancements
June 10, 2026
MURRELLS INLET, S.C. — Wachesaw Plantation Club has officially announced a multi-million-dollar series of community enhancements designed to elevate the member experience, modernize its premier amenities, and honor the Club’s…
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Nominations for 2027 Columbia SC Ambassadors open through June 15
June 3, 2026
Since 2019, the Columbia SC Ambassador Program has highlighted makers, entrepreneurs, foodies, creatives and so much more who offer a real perspective of life in Columbia SC. Each year, we…
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Flummoxed over the flag: The historic loophole keeping South Carolina’s iconic banner in limbo
May 27, 2026
It is proudly displayed on front porches, stamped across t-shirts, and flown atop government buildings from the Upstate down to the coast. Yet, despite its status as one of the…
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Colliers Report: South Carolina Hospitality Market Q1 2026
May 26, 2026
Colliers | South Carolina Market Report Hospitality Market Updates Megan Lawson | Market Analyst Higher-end properties continued to perform statewide, while several markets saw activity return towards historical norms following…
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WesCo Brew & Bowl announces open interviews for new West Columbia entertainment venue
May 20, 2026
44,000 Sq. Ft. Destination Seeks 140+ Team Members Across All Departments Ahead of Spring Opening WesCo Brew & Bowl, a new state-of-the-art entertainment center featuring bowling, dining and interactive attractions,…
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Facts First initiative launches to provide clear information on growth and community change across Spartanburg County
May 20, 2026
Facts First, a new community-focused initiative designed to provide clear, accessible information about growth, development, infrastructure and community change in Spartanburg County, was publicly introduced Tuesday, May 19, during a…
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