The Kessler Collection announces luxury boutique hotel in Greenville, SC
October 21, 2016
The Kessler Collection, a portfolio of 11 artistically inspired boutique hotels, continues its expansion of the “Bohemian” inspired brand throughout the southeast by announcing a new location in Greenville, S.C.…
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Spartanburg business score more than $13 million from 2016 Panthers Camp
October 18, 2016
A Super Bowl season for the Carolina Panthers led to a super summer for Spartanburg merchants. A Clemson University economic impact study requested by the Spartanburg Convention and Visitors Bureau…
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Spartanburg business score more than $13 million from 2016 Panthers Camp
October 17, 2016
A Super Bowl season for the Carolina Panthers led to a super summer for Spartanburg merchants. A Clemson University economic impact study requested by the Spartanburg Convention and Visitors Bureau…
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Bravo1 Protection serving local law enforcement this Fall for Greenville
October 12, 2016
Law enforcement officers, fire fighters and EMS staff working this weekend’s Fall for Greenville have a special Hospitality Area this year thanks to Bravo1 Protection. First responders working the region’s…
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Bravo1 Protection serving local law enforcement this Fall for Greenville
October 12, 2016
Law enforcement officers, fire fighters and EMS staff working this weekend’s Fall for Greenville have a special Hospitality Area this year thanks to Bravo1 Protection. First responders working the region’s…
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Belk Fall for Greenville celebrates 35th anniversary with weekend full of flavor
October 11, 2016
Belk Fall for Greenville presented by Pepsi turns 35 this year and returns to downtown Greenville with signature tastes from over 40 different food vendors. The festival will kick…
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Greenwood, South Carolina America in Bloom Awards results announced
October 10, 2016
Top honors for the prestigious 2016 America in Bloom National Awards Program were announced at the annual awards held in Arroyo Grande, Calif. on October 8. All participants were…
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Boo in the Zoo presented by Banfield Pet Hospital to celebrate 30th anniversary
October 5, 2016
This year marks the 30th anniversary of the Greenville Zoo’s signature Halloween event for children ages 12 and under. Boo in the Zoo presented by Banfield Pet Hospital takes…
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A Conversation with Beth Paul, General Manager, Bon Secours Wellness Arena
October 1, 2016
Beth Paul has been working at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena on and off since she graduated from Presbyterian College in 1999. Today, she is the General Manager of a…
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Museum & Gallery offers free admission for Smithsonian Museum Day Live!
September 19, 2016
The Museum & Gallery participates in the annual free admission on Saturday, September 24, as part of Smithsonian magazine’s Museum Day Live! nationwide event. Museum patrons receive two free admissions…
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Swamp Rabbit Trail to be closed adjacent to Cancer Survivors Park site
September 1, 2016
Beginning Tuesday, September 6, the section of the Swamp Rabbit Trail linking Cleveland Park to Falls Park will be temporarily closed during the next phase of construction of the Cancer…
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Hickory Hills protected by Upstate Forever
August 31, 2016
A group of dedicated Upstate conservation advocates has banded together to protect Hickory Hills, a beautiful hunting property located in Union County, just outside the small town of Jonesville. The…
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What is the Upstate drinking? Liquid Catering now knows
August 15, 2016
Is boxed wine the new thing? What is more popular vodka or bourbon? What is the Upstate’s beer of choice? Liquid Catering did an extensive survey of more than 500…
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What is the Upstate drinking? Liquid Catering now knows
August 15, 2016
Is boxed wine the new thing? What is more popular vodka or bourbon? What is the Upstate’s beer of choice? Liquid Catering did an extensive survey of more than 500…
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Bravo1 Protection to host job fair this month
August 8, 2016
Looking for part time event and security work? Then Bravo1 Protection is looking for you. Bravo1 Protection is a private security company that focuses on providing hospitality-driven, exceptional security services for bars,…
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RBC extends commitment to RBC Heritage and RBC Canadian Open
July 20, 2016
The PGA TOUR, RBC, Golf Canada and the Heritage Classic Foundation jointly announced that RBC has signed six-year extensions as title sponsor of both the RBC Heritage and the RBC…
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Workshop aims to help educate growing Upstate wedding industry
July 8, 2016
High Spirits Hospitality is holding a special business forum, The Nitty Gritty: Is Your Business Legit?, aimed at the more than 1,000 wedding and event related businesses in the Upstate.…
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Workshop aims to help educate growing Upstate wedding industry
July 8, 2016
High Spirits Hospitality is holding a special business forum, The Nitty Gritty: Is Your Business Legit?, aimed at the more than 1,000 wedding and event related businesses in the Upstate.…
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Ruth’s Chris Steak House names Kirk Watkins Greenville Area Manager
June 2, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Ruth’s Chris Steak House proudly announces the promotion of Kirk Watkins to Greenville Area Manager. In this new role, Watkins will serve as general manager for the…
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America in Bloom judges to visit Greenwood, SC
May 24, 2016
Professional volunteer judges from the America in Bloom (AIB) national awards program will visit Greenwood, SC on June 3 and 4. This is Greenwood’s first year as an America in…
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United Community Bank Ice on Main reveals new logo
May 20, 2016
As its 6th season approaches later this year, United Community Bank Ice on Main revealed a new, refreshed logo. The City of Greenville and United Community Bank worked with Crawford…
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United Community Bank Ice on Main reveals new logo
May 20, 2016
As its 6th season approaches later this year, United Community Bank Ice on Main revealed a new, refreshed logo. The City of Greenville and United Community Bank worked with Crawford…
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Greenville Zoo supporting Amur Leopard conservation effort
May 16, 2016
For years, the Greenville Zoo has supported Amur leopard conservation efforts through its cooperation with the Amur Leopard Species Survival Program (SSP), and with ongoing donations to the Amur Leopard…
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Upstate nonobjective artist to exhibit in Guild Gallery at Chapman in June
May 16, 2016
Local Greenville artist Jane Doyle will hold her second exhibition of nonobjective paintings June 3-30 in Artists’ Guild of Spartanburg Gallery at Chapman Cultural Center in Spartanburg. In the exhibit…
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Science Center’s ‘Mr. Green’ to Retire May 22
May 12, 2016
After 36 years of teaching Spartanburg children about the wonders of science, John “Mr. Green” will retire from Spartanburg Science Center Sunday, May 22, 2016. The public is invited to…
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Embassy Suites Downtown Greenville Riverplace announces leadership team
May 11, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Embassy Suites Downtown Greenville Riverplace has announced the leadership team that will guide its grand opening later this year. Glen Williams will continue his role as the…
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Embassy Suites Downtown Greenville Riverplace announces leadership team
May 11, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Embassy Suites Downtown Greenville Riverplace has announced the leadership team that will guide its grand opening later this year. Glen Williams will continue his role as the…
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National Park tourism in South Carolina creates $105.9 million in economic benefit
April 24, 2016
New report shows visitor spending supports nearly 1,300 jobs in South Carolina ATLANTA, GA – A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 1,519,262 visitors to national parks…
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National Park tourism in South Carolina creates $105.9 million in economic benefit
April 24, 2016
New report shows visitor spending supports nearly 1,300 jobs in South Carolina ATLANTA, GA – A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 1,519,262 visitors to national parks…
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Greenville Health System Swamp Rabbit Hoppenings
April 13, 2016
1006 people have already attended our virtual public meeting about our efforts to begin extending the GHS Swamp Rabbit Trail East through the communities of Poe Mill, Brutontown, New Washington…
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Aloft Greenville Downtown celebrates launch of local foster dog program with Let’em Live Upstate
April 12, 2016
Aloft Greenville Downtown, a new lifestyle hotel located in the heart of downtown Greenville, today celebrated the launch of its foster dog program with local partner Let’em Live Upstate. Through…
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Aloft Greenville Downtown celebrates launch of local foster dog program with Let’em Live Upstate
April 12, 2016
Aloft Greenville Downtown, a new lifestyle hotel located in the heart of downtown Greenville, today celebrated the launch of its foster dog program with local partner Let’em Live Upstate. Through…
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The Old Cigar Warehouse named Top 20 wedding venue
April 5, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Greenville has found its way onto the national radar for its downtown charm and growing food scene. Thanks to The Old Cigar Warehouse, Greenville tops another list…
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The Old Cigar Warehouse named Top 20 wedding venue
April 5, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Greenville has found its way onto the national radar for its downtown charm and growing food scene. Thanks to The Old Cigar Warehouse, Greenville tops another list…
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2016 Brew in the Zoo to offer new early admission
March 30, 2016
The Greenville Zoo invites zoo-goers to tap into the wild at the annual Brew in the Zoo presented by RJ Rockers Brewing Company. The fundraising event, set for Friday, May…
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Greenville Zoo announces changes to giraffe family
March 17, 2016
Greenville Zoo officials announced today that Walter, the zoo’s male giraffe, is among 20 Masai giraffes from across North America that the Giraffe Species Survival Program (SSP) has recommended for…
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National Inclusion Project partners with YMCA Camp Greenville
February 29, 2016
The National Inclusion Project has partnered with YMCA Camp Greenville to create an inclusive environment where children with and without disabilities can play, learn and laugh TOGETHER. As part of…
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South Carolina State Museum wins South Carolina Governor’s Cup Award
February 23, 2016
South Carolina’s Top Award for Travel and Tourism COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina State Museum was awarded the prestigious Governor’s Cup Award, South Carolina’s top award for travel and…
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South Carolina State Museum wins South Carolina Governor’s Cup Award
February 23, 2016
South Carolina’s Top Award for Travel and Tourism COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina State Museum was awarded the prestigious Governor’s Cup Award, South Carolina’s top award for travel and…
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Aloft Greenville Downtown General Manager Jonathan Brashier appointed to VisitGreenvilleSC Board of Directors
February 2, 2016
McKibbon Hotel Management, a leading hotel management company with more than 80 properties, is pleased to announce that Aloft Greenville Downtown general manager Jonathan Brashier has been appointed to the…
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Aloft Greenville Downtown General Manager Jonathan Brashier appointed to VisitGreenvilleSC Board of Directors
February 2, 2016
McKibbon Hotel Management, a leading hotel management company with more than 80 properties, is pleased to announce that Aloft Greenville Downtown general manager Jonathan Brashier has been appointed to the…
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United Community Bank Ice on Main concludes fifth anniversary season
January 20, 2016
United Community Bank Ice on Main celebrated the closing of its fifth anniversary season with several exciting announcements about charitable contributions, contest winners and sponsorship news on January 19. Winners…
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The Old Cigar Warehouse wins WeddingWire Couple’s Choice Award
January 14, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – The Old Cigar Warehouse has received a WeddingWire Couple’s Choice Award 2016 for Ceremony and Reception Space in South Carolina. The esteemed annual awards program recognizes the…
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The Old Cigar Warehouse wins WeddingWire Couple’s Choice Award
January 14, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – The Old Cigar Warehouse has received a WeddingWire Couple’s Choice Award 2016 for Ceremony and Reception Space in South Carolina. The esteemed annual awards program recognizes the…
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Liquid Catering wins WeddingWire Couple’s Choice Award
January 12, 2016
Liquid Catering has received a WeddingWire Couple’s Choice Award 2016 for Catering in South Carolina. The esteemed annual awards program recognizes the top five percent of wedding professionals in the…
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Kevin Stiens named new Director of Parks and Recreation for Spartanburg County
January 12, 2016
Kevin Stiens has officially stepped into the role of Director of Parks and Recreation for Spartanburg County. He joined the department on Monday, January 11th. Stiens comes to Spartanburg County…
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Liquid Catering wins WeddingWire Couple’s Choice Award
January 12, 2016
Liquid Catering has received a WeddingWire Couple’s Choice Award 2016 for Catering in South Carolina. The esteemed annual awards program recognizes the top five percent of wedding professionals in the…
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Greenville Health System Swamp Rabbit Trail Hoppenings and other fun…
January 11, 2016
By Ty Houck We are nearly complete with painting center-line down the portion of the GHS Swamp Rabbit Trail outside of the city limits of Greenville. The line helping…
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Liquid Catering hires Sales Manager
December 18, 2015
Liquid Catering and its sister company The Old Cigar Warehouse has brought in Tracy Ryan as its new Director of Sales and Marketing. “Tracy brings a strong background in sales…
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McKibbon Hotel Management to celebrate the opening of Aloft Greenville Downtown
December 18, 2015McKibbon Hotel Management, Inc., a leading hotel management company with more than 80 properties, announced that its Aloft Greenville Downtown hotel will open its doors on December 21st in the…
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