Topside Pool Club to host monthly Working Women’s Wednesday event
May 5, 2021
Topside Pool Club has started a program aimed at empowering women’s leadership. Working Women’s Wednesday is a networking event that will be held every second Wednesday of the month, starting…
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Explore Charleston and the Lowcountry Hospitality Association to host hospitality & tourism hiring event
May 5, 2021Explore Charleston and the Lowcountry Hospitality Association (LHA) announced a hospitality and tourism hiring event, taking place Wednesday, May 12 at the Cooper River Room. The first 100 candidates hired…
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Celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week with Experience Columbia SC
April 30, 2021
In recognition of U.S. Travel Association’s National Travel and Tourism Week, the annual event championing the important role travel and tourism play in local communities and economies, Experience Columbia SC…
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Chicken Salad Chick opens 6th restaurant in the Upstate – Anderson opening May 11th
April 29, 2021
Chicken Salad Chick, the nation’s only Southern inspired, fast casual chicken salad restaurant concept, announced its continued expansion in South Carolina with a new restaurant opening in Anderson. Located at…
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Adam Schrimmer tapped to paint mural at The Children’s Museum of the Upstate
April 29, 2021Adam Schrimmer, owner and lead artist at Blank Canvas Mural Company has been commissioned to paint a mural inside The Children’s Museum of the Upstate. The museum, located at 300…
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Wild Dunes Resort Hosting a Job Fair – May 12
April 29, 2021
Wild Dunes Resort, located on Isle of Palms, is hosting a hiring event on Wednesday, May 12, 2021. This event will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at…
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Couple donates $500,00 to International African American Museum
April 28, 2021
The International African American Museum announced a $500,000 donation from Mary Major and Bill Horton, a couple living 10 miles from Gadsden’s Wharf, the site where more than 40 percent…
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Experience Columbia SC launches first history tourism trail
April 27, 2021
Reconstructed: A Journey Through the Reconstruction Era Trail Offers New Perspective Experience Columbia SC launched the destination’s first history-centered tourism trail. Reconstructed: A Journey Through the Reconstruction Era in Columbia,…
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Frothy Beard Brewing Company expands to Summerville
April 27, 2021
Frothy Beard Brewing Company is expanding its universe as it opens a new brewery and taproom in historic downtown Summerville. The new venue—the Lowcountry brewer’s second location in the Charleston…
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Palmetto Brothers Dispensary Almost Ready to Serve its First Pint
April 21, 2021
Palmetto Brothers Dispensary is looking forward to participating in their first annual Sip & Stroll. Brothers Wade and Wes Meetze are excited about introducing Palmetto Brothers to the public during…
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First Parsley & Mint location opens in downtown Greenville
April 20, 2021
Parsley & Mint, a new fast-casual Mediterranean restaurant, has officially opened its doors at 600 S. Main Street. With a focus on fresh, sustainable and locally-sourced ingredients, Parsley & Mint…
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Urban Wren announces Travis Giarratana as General Manager
April 15, 2021
Urban Wren, a full service restaurant concept located in Markley Station, recently announced the promotion of Travis Giarratana to General Manager. Prior to this promotion, Giarratana served as Assistant General…
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Lowe announces opening of Sweetgrass Inn, Village rebranding
April 15, 2021Lowe announced the rebranding of The Village at Wild Dunes to The Residences at Sweetgrass, a collection of luxury vacation rental properties and retail outlets. Located at Wild Dunes Resort…
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Auro Hotels announces Cristian Chitu as director of food and beverage outlet services
April 13, 2021
Auro Hotels announced the appointment of Cristian Chitu as director of food and beverage outlet services of AC Hotel by Marriott Greenville Downtown. Chitu brings over a decade of management…
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Columbia-area hospitality workers to receive second dose of COVID-19 vaccine on April 13 and 16
April 13, 2021
The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association will be hosting follow up COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics on Tuesday, April 13 and Friday, April 16 from 12-4 p.m. at the Columbia…
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Congaree National Park announces details for 2021 fireflies viewing
April 9, 2021Congaree National Park will be offering the public opportunities to view the park’s fireflies on May 20-22 and May 27-29, 2021. In order to protect the health of visitors, staff,…
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Sunbelt Business Brokers announces the sales of The Aristocrat
April 7, 2021
Sunbelt Business Brokers announced today the sale of The Aristocrat in Columbia, South Carolina to Edwin Aycock of Elgin, SC. The Aristocrat is a popular bar and restaurant located at…
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Taproom and Wine Bar to Open in Downtown Laurens
April 5, 2021
Palmetto Brothers Dispensary will be the first craft beer and select wine bar in Laurens County. The dispensary will be located in the beautiful historical downtown square in the city…
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City of Laurens Launches “Friday Night Live”
April 5, 2021
When the work week is over and it’s time to relax there are now more local options to get your weekend started. Local merchants, working in partnership with the City…
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Camden attracts new wine bar featuring wide selection
April 5, 2021Downtown Camden has a new destination for wine and craft beer lovers, expanding historic Broad Street’s offerings. Broad & Vine has re-animated a circa 1905 building, which provides a majestic…
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Wild Dunes Resort, a destination by Hyatt hotel, announces new Managing Director
March 31, 2021
Wild Dunes Resort, a Destination by Hyatt hotel in Isle of Palms, S.C., announced the appointment of Robb Walker as Managing Director. Walker most recently served as the Chief Operating…
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Tacos ‘n Tequila Fiesta back this May with new twists
March 23, 2021
It’s time to talk about tacos – the Tacos ‘n Tequila Fiesta that is. One of the Upstate’s most vibrant food festivals, Tacos ‘n Tequila Fiesta will be held on…
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Celebrate Easter at 5Church Charleston and Tempest
March 23, 2021
Celebrate Easter in the heart of bustling downtown Charleston at 5Church or Tempest, two dining destinations that provide a visually stunning environment for a holiday celebration. Reservations are available on…
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Juniper announces Will Ruwer as lifestyle ambassador
March 23, 2021
Ruwer to oversee the guest experience and special programming for the 16,000 square-foot rooftop restaurant and bar poised to transform downtown Greenville Juniper is pleased to announce the appointment Will…
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Midtown Building Announces New Pop-Up Dining Event
March 22, 2021
The pop-up dining events at the Midtown Building on the square in Laurens have been very popular with most of them selling out for both the early and late seating.…
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Charleston Harbor Mt. Pleasant celebrates grand opening
March 22, 2021
7-story 175-suite hotel offers prime location with convenient access to Charleston Historic District and local beaches The contemporary Embassy Suites by Hilton Charleston Harbor Mt. Pleasant celebrates its official opening…
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Eleven81 Partners with YEScarolina to benefit Summer Entrepreneurship Camps in Charleston, SC
March 19, 2021$1 of each featured Kitchen Karma item at Eleven81 will be donated to YEScarolina through April. Now through April 30th, Eleven81 in the Market at Oakland in Mount Pleasant has partnered with…
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Parks and Recreation Department moves into Phase IV and V Re-opening Plan Effective May 3, 2021
March 18, 2021
In an effort to provide citizens with directions regarding re-opening, the City of Columbia’s Parks and Recreation Department has announced that they will re-open their parks and amenities on May 3,…
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Artista Vista returns April 16-18 in Columbia’s official arts and Cultural District
March 16, 2021
April 16-18, the Vista Guild’s Artista Vista will honor the vibrancy and resiliency of the district with a celebration that is bigger and more inclusive than ever before. With health…
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Crew members / Shift Leaders at Parsley & Mint
March 15, 2021
Crew/Shift Leader We are excited to be opening a new Mediterranean restaurant concept inside the heart of Greenville, SC We will be holding open interviews for shift leader and crew…
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Parsley & Mint seeks to fill 40 positions at new downtown location
March 15, 2021
Parsley & Mint, a new fast-casual Mediterranean concept that will open in the heart of downtown Greenville this April, is seeking to fill 40 part- and full-time positions at its…
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National Smithsonian traveling exhibition now open in City of Westminster
March 12, 2021The City of Westminster has been selected as the only upstate stop for displaying the SC Humanities “Water/Ways” Exhibit. The Exhibit is now open at the Historic Westminster Train Depot,…
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International African American Museum launches first digital exhibit
March 11, 2021
This past Black History Month, the International African American Museum and Google Arts & Culture launched their first collaborative digital experience, which offers audience members a chance to take a…
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Sip & Stroll is back – April 22-24th
March 8, 2021
Stroll from business to business in historic downtown Laurens, SC as you enjoy wine from three local wineries. With the Historic Square as the backdrop, Main Street Laurens’ annual…
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Rickie Good named Director for the new Revolutionary War Visitor Center at Camden
March 8, 2021
Camden Archives and Museum Curator of Collections Rickie Good has been hired to serve as Director for one of the newest tourism attractions in the state – The Revolutionary War…
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Experience Columbia SC welcomes new HR Manager
March 5, 2021
Experience Columbia SC (ECSC) has named Lemuel Brown as its new Human Resources Manager. “I am pleased and excited to take on this new venture here at ECSC,” said Brown.…
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Solara Hospitality opens new TownePlace Suites in West Columbia, SC
March 4, 2021
New 111-Suite Hotel Opens its Doors Welcoming Guest to the Greater Columbia Area Marriott International’s TowePlace Suites by Marriott Columbia West/Lexington, is open for business today. The new 111-suite hotel…
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SpiritLine Cruises, Fort Sumter Tours announce tour package with Boone Hall
March 3, 2021Fort Sumter Tours and SpiritLine Cruises have partnered with Boone Hall Plantation in Mount Pleasant to offer Charleston area visitors a new way to experience Charleston history on land and…
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5th Street Group announces Alexa Anderson as Vice President of Sales
March 2, 2021
The 5th Street Group is pleased to announce Alexa Anderson as Vice President of Sales. Promoted from within 5th Street Group, Anderson previously worked as the sales manager in Charlotte…
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Historic Columbia announces Concert in the Gardens series in partnership with South Carolina Philharmonic
March 2, 2021Musicians from the South Carolina Philharmonic will visit Historic Columbia to present a concert of light classics on the grounds of Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens. The four-part series will take…
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Parsley & Mint to debut in the heart of downtown Greenville
March 2, 2021
Parsley & Mint, a new fast-casual Mediterranean concept, will open in the heart of downtown Greenville at 600 S. Main Street this April. With a focus on fresh, sustainable and…
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Wild Dunes Resort hosting second hiring event for new Sweetgrass Inn – March 3-4
February 26, 2021
Wild Dunes Resort, located on Isle of Palms, is hosting a second hiring event on March 3-4, 2021 for the opening of the new Sweetgrass Inn. This hiring event will…
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Auro Hotels announces Heather Meadors as director of community relations of AC Hotel @Camperdown
February 26, 2021
AC Hotel by Marriott Greenville Downtown to manage Camperdown Plaza and activate the community space with special programming and events led by Meadors Auro Hotels announced the appointment of Heather…
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2021 Kayak Bass Fishing Trail series takes to Lake Murray this weekend
February 25, 2021
Experience Columbia SC Sports is excited to welcome the Realtree Fishing KBF TRAIL Series presented by DEE ZEE this weekend, Feb. 27 and 28, on Lake Murray. The weekend consists…
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AC Hotel by Marriott Greenville Downtown opens
February 24, 2021Highly anticipated hotel and its Mediterranean-inspired tapas bar, Paloma, open on historic site in the heart of downtown Greenville Auro Hotels is pleased to announce the opening of its AC…
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Virtual Greenville Venue Crawl experience to be hosted by Jamarcus Gaston and Myra Ruiz
February 22, 2021
As an innovative solution to COVID-19 concerns, the Greenville Venue Crawl will be offering a virtual experience option alongside their in-person event on Sunday, February 28th. The new virtual option,…
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Les Dames D’Escoffier to host virtual fundraising podcast
February 17, 2021
The Charleston Chapter of Les Dames D’Escoffier (LDEI) is pleased to announce a special fundraising edition of Helen Mitternight’s Hidden F&B podcast, featuring Grand Dame Nathalie Dupree and Dames Johnny…
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The Cayce Arts Guild’s first group show at Still Hopes Retirement Community runs February 11 through March 26
February 17, 2021Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community is the host venue for the Cayce Arts Guild’s (CAG) first group show. The exhibit will be on display through March 26 in the Main…
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Nancye Bailey earns Certified Association Executive credential
February 16, 2021
ASAE has announced that Nancye Bailey, President of NDB Association & Event Management, has earned the Certified Association Executive (CAE®) designation. The CAE is the highest professional credential in the…
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Boathouse Fish Camp Celebrating 25 Years
February 13, 2021
Boathouse Fish Camp may be new to Cross Hill but they have 25 years experience serving great food to locals. The original location, The Wagon Wheel Fish Camp was established…
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