Hodges Ward Elliott arranges sale of Hotel Bella Grace in Charleston’s historic district
December 9, 2021
Hodges Ward Elliott (“HWE”), the premier boutique real estate capital markets advisor, announced they represented the seller in the recent sale of Hotel Bella Grace, a renowned boutique hotel fronting…
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Richland County Recreation Commission holds press event to announce updates and court dedications for the Richland County Tennis Center
December 8, 2021
The Richland County Recreation Commission (RCRC) will hold a press conference to provide a project update and special dedications for the Richland County Tennis Center on December 14, 2021, at 11:00 AM. The…
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Experience Columbia SC announces new sales managers
December 8, 2021
Experience Columbia SC (ECSC) announces the hiring of Beth Shaffer and Danna Lilly as sales managers. They will be responsible for selling the region as a premier destination for meetings…
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Rita’s Seaside Grille celebrates holiday season with Santa Paws
December 7, 2021
Rita’s Seaside Grille is kicking off the holiday season with the annual Santa Paws celebration on Saturday, Dec. 11, 2021, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Rita’s parking lot and…
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5th Street Group announces rebrand for 5Church restaurants
December 6, 2021
Following the highly successful opening of Church and Union in Nashville, Tennessee, 5th Street Group announced today the expansion of the Church and Union Brand to Charlotte, North Carolina and…
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Juniper announces winter wonderland rooftop experience and New Year’s Eve celebration
December 1, 2021Juniper, the 16,000 square foot immersive rooftop space located eight floors above Greenville’s award-winning Main Street, announced a New Year’s Eve celebration and its transformation into a winter wonderland. Tickets…
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OTO Development acquires SpringHill Suites in Panama City Beach
December 1, 2021
OTO Development is building its presence along the Florida Panhandle with the acquisition of SpringHill Suites Panama City Beach Beachfront. The deal complements the company’s construction of Hyatt Place Panama…
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Greenville Country Club Manager receives prestigious professional designation
November 30, 2021
Chip Hughes, CCM, Assistant General Manager of the Greenville Country Club in Greenville SC, has been awarded with the Certified Club Manager (CCM) designation by the Club Management Association of…
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Explore Charleston appoints new board members
November 29, 2021
Explore Charleston, the official destination marketing organization for the Charleston region, has announced the appointment of seven new members to its Board of Governors. “These accomplished individuals are leaders in…
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The Cliffs welcomes Brian Fox as General Manager of The Cliffs at Keowee Vineyards
November 29, 2021
The Cliffs is pleased to welcome Brian Fox as general manager of The Cliffs at Keowee Vineyards located in Sunset, SC on stunning Lake Keowee. Fox brings a wealth of…
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The Unumb Center is hosting a Giving Tuesday celebration at Moltó Vino, Devine Street’s new self-pour wine bar.
November 23, 2021
The Unumb Center for Neurodevelopment Board of Directors and team invites the community to join them at Moltó Vino, Devine Street’s new self-pour wine bar, for their Giving Tuesday celebration…
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The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Seeking Nominations for 2022 Stars of the Hospitality Industry Awards
November 22, 2021
The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) is seeking nominations for the 69th Annual Stars of South Carolina Hospitality Awards, honoring the best of the best in the state’s hospitality…
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Celebrate Christmas Eve and Christmas Day at 5Church Charleston and Tempest
November 20, 2021
‘Tis the season for good food and fun festivities! Christmas is fast approaching and we wanted to share the below Christmas menus from 5Church Charleston and Tempest. Reservations are now…
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Wild Dunes Resort announces new food and beverage team members
November 15, 2021
Wild Dunes Resort, a Destination by Hyatt property in Isle of Palms, announced the appointment of three new food and beverage team members at the resort’s on-site restaurants, Coastal Provisions…
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USA Today/10Best Nominates Brookgreen Gardens’ Nights of a Thousand Candles as one of America’s “Best Botanical Garden Holiday Lights” displays
November 10, 2021
Nationwide Vote Will Determine Winner Of Online Contest Brookgreen Gardens’ Nights of a Thousand Candles, long regarded as South Carolina’s premier Christmas attraction, has been nominated as one of 20…
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LushAcres Closes Out Fall and Prepares for the Holiday Season
November 10, 2021
After a success Fall Festival with more than 1,500 people visiting LushAcres the farm is gearing up for the holidays. New winter hours began on November 9th: Tuesday – 12:00…
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World Food Championships announces Columbia as the destination for its 2022 “Final Table”
November 9, 2021As the 9th Annual World Food Championships (WFC) wraps up today in Dallas, Texas, the producers of the competition announced the next key step for its ten category champions…
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Wild Dunes Resort announces new Event Operations Manager
November 9, 2021Wild Dunes Resort, a Destination by Hyatt property in Isle of Palms, is pleased to announce the appointment of Monica Bennett as Event Operations Manager. Bennett hails from Calamigos Ranch…
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Spartanburg Area Chapter of the South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association introduces new emergency assistance program
November 9, 2021
The Spartanburg Area Chapter of the South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SARLA) introduced Hubitality, an emergency assistance program for Spartanburg County hospitality employees, last evening. The event took place…
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City Center Partnership Annual Meeting 2021
November 9, 2021City Center Partnership Recap of 2021 from Matt Kennell, president and CEO of City Center Partnership: City Center Partnership is grateful for long-term support and revitalization of the Main Street…
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Halls Chophouse names Nashville restaurant leadership
November 8, 2021
Preparing for first expansion outside of South Carolina, Halls Chophouse names experienced General Manager and Executive Chef to launch nation’s top-rated fine dining in Music City. CHARLESTON, SC – Halls Chophouse,…
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EventWorks has added three event rental companies under its umbrella to create most comprehensive rental company in the Southeast
November 5, 2021
EventWorks, a full-service event rental company that has been serving the Charleston area for more than a decade, has added event rental companies in Atlanta, Birmingham and Nashville under its…
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Inaugural Hog & Barrel Festival will be this weekend in downtown Greenville
November 3, 2021
More than 40 restaurants and distilleries from across the Southeast will be taking part in the inaugural Hog & Barrel: A Bourbon, BBQ & Bacon Festival this weekend. Everything from…
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OTO Development moves into Yosemite National Park market
November 3, 2021
OTO Development is moving into the Yosemite National Park market with the acquisition of two hotels in Oakhurst, California, and a contract on a third. OTO, which is part of…
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Steeplechase of Charleston returns as the signature fall event
November 2, 2021
Hollywood, SC – Returning to its full experience, The Post and Courier hosts Steeplechase of Charleston a world-class horse racing event. Five high-stakes horse races will run at the Stono Ferry…
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Liquid Catering adds Pamela Rich as Sales Representative
October 26, 2021
High Spirits Hospitality has brought Pamela Rich onto the Liquid Catering team as a sales representative. Rich earned her bachelor’s degree in biology from College of Charleston in 2010. She…
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Tickets now on sale for the 38th Annual Lowcountry Oyster Festival
October 25, 2021
Tickets Now on Sale for the 38th Annual Lowcountry Oyster Festival The Charleston Restaurant Foundation (CRF) announced that tickets are on sale for the 38th annual Lowcountry Oyster Festival held…
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PC Expands Campus Footprint with Purchase of Capitol Theatre in Laurens
October 23, 2021
Coming soon to the Capitol Theatre in Laurens – a groundbreaking public-private partnership that puts Presbyterian College in charge of an area icon and entertainment treasure. On the eve of…
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McDonald’s Drive Thru Challenge benefiting local Ronald McDonald House Charities is back
October 21, 2021
McDonald’s Hosts Second Annual Drive Thru Challenge & Sets Fundraising Goal to $2 Million The second annual McDonald’s Drive Thru Challenge has officially kicked off!! Now through December 12, Charleston-area…
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City of Columbia’ Newest Parklet!
October 20, 2021
The City of Columbia is celebrating the addition of our newest public parklet, an outdoor space placed in a parking space with public seating for all to use! The addition…
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Inaugural Hog & Barrel Festival announces restaurants and distilleries
October 15, 2021
More than 40 restaurants and distilleries from across the Southeast will be taking part in the inaugural Hog & Barrel: A Bourbon, BBQ & Bacon Festival this November. Everything from…
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New exhibit opens November 1 at the Charleston Museum showcasing snow scenes
October 13, 2021
The Charleston Museum will present A Winter Wonderland in Color: Snow Scenes of Charleston opening on November 1 in the Lowcountry Image Gallery. Heavy snowfalls are a rarity in Charleston, as…
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Auro Hotels hosts hiring event for AC Hotel Greenville Downtown
October 12, 2021
Hotel to hold official “Casting Call” October 13 AC Hotel Greenville Downtown’s Casting Call event invites top hospitality talent for open interviews encompassing line level positions as well as a…
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Fishing is HOT on Lake Murray
October 12, 2021The Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board welcomes two fishing tournaments this month to Lake Murray. The Carolinas Bass Challenge Classic and Major League Fishing’s Phoenix Bass Fishing League…
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South Carolina returns to Texas for Palmetto/Lone Star Day 2021
October 12, 2021
If you’re old enough to remember Will Rogers, or movies from the heyday of Westerns, you know all about the deft artistry of masters of the lasso, although you probably…
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Katie Babb joins High Spirits Hospitality as Marketing Manager
October 7, 2021
High Spirits Hospitality has hired Katie Babb as its new Marketing Manager. Babb earned her bachelor’s degree in classics from College of Charleston in 2015. She started her career as…
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Main Street Clinton Brings a Double Header Event to Clinton
October 6, 2021
With the postponement of Rhythm on the Rails earlier this year, Main Street Clinton is gearing up for a double header weekend for October 22nd and 23rd. First up on…
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Verdin’s Too to Host Free Fall Container Class Saturday
October 6, 2021
Next up in a series of free instructional events at Verdin’s Too is a Fall container class. The event is sponsored by Sycamore Landscaping (Randy and Carol Davis). The class…
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How to Make the Most of this Year’s South Carolina State Fair
October 6, 2021
The 152nd South Carolina State Fair returns Oct. 13-24, 2021, with a full lineup of traditional favorites and a variety of new rides, foods, entertainment and the return of the…
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Famously Hot New Year opts to be famously safe
October 6, 2021For a decade, Famously Hot New Year — a nonprofit organization since 2016 — has brought visitors, residents, businesses, and community and civic leaders from diverse backgrounds together for South…
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CrossFit864 Announces Next Barbells, BBQ and Music Event
October 4, 2021
CrossFit864 recently announced the next Barbells, BBQ and Live Music event. The next Barbells, BBQ and Music will be held on Thursday, October 28th from 6:00-8:00pm at the gym located…
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Nature is the gallery for Lander photographer’s exhibit at Lake Greenwood State Park
September 29, 2021
Nature is the gallery for Lander photographer’s show at Lake Greenwood State Park GREENWOOD, S.C. __ Photographs of South Carolina’s rich landscapes – from the mountains to the sea –…
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Architect Plans Revealed for Taproom in Clinton
September 27, 2021
Plans for the Lumberyard are coming along. Owner Charlie Michaels has been working with Jamie Miller of On Site Builders as the general contractor. The architect’s drawings for the first…
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Music in Vance Park
September 27, 2021
It was a beautiful day for a concert in the park. Sunday afternoon about one hundred people came out to Vance Park in Clinton for a concert that was performed…
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AC Hotel Greenville Downtown presents original Roger Craft Peace Plaza historic marker to Peace family
September 22, 2021
AC Hotel Greenville Downtown hosted a special reception for the Peace family and presented the original Roger Craft Peace Plaza historic marker AC Hotel Greenville Downtown hosted a special reception…
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5th Street Group’s Church and Union to open in downtown Nashville this weekend
September 17, 20215th Street Group Debuts Its First Tennessee Eatery Church and Union, the highly anticipated restaurant from acclaimed Charlotte and Charleston-based 5th Street Group, is opening in downtown Nashville on September…
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OTO Development acquires DoubleTree by Hilton Cocoa Beach
September 10, 2021
OTO Development has added DoubleTree by Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront to its growing portfolio. South Carolina-based OTO Development, which is part of The Johnson Group, acquired the DoubleTree by Hilton…
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Experience South Carolina’s Lowcountry from the water at Wild Dunes Resort
September 9, 2021
Wild Dunes Resort, a Destination by Hyatt property located on Isle of Palms in South Carolina’s Lowcountry, invites guests to experience the area like never before with a wide range…
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2nd Sunday on King Street returning September 12
September 7, 2021
2nd Sunday on King Street will return to its every-month schedule beginning Sunday, September 12th after an 18-month hiatus due to Covid-19 protocols, announced Susan Lucas, President of the Charleston…
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Hampton Inn by Hilton opens new property in Greer
September 7, 2021
Hampton Inn by Hilton Greer Greenville, a 4-story hotel located minutes from BMW Manufacturing and Greenville/Spartanburg (GSP) airport, opened today in downtown Greer, SC. The hotel, owned by Sycamore Greer,…
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