Museum Newsroom: FREE general admission for active and retired military Sunday & Monday
November 8, 2018
Free Admission for Active or Retired Military Personnel Sunday, Nov. 11 and Monday, Nov. 12 The South Carolina State Museum will be open on Sunday, Nov. 11 and Veterans Day,…
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OTO Development project in Annapolis MD wins 2018 Chamber President Award
November 5, 2018Creative redevelopment project honored for adding economic growth, jobs in Anne Arundel County Hilton Garden Inn Annapolis Downtown won the 2018 President’s Award from the Anne Arundel County Chamber of…
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Columbia Conference Center to close after 15 years in business
November 5, 2018One of the largest meeting, wedding, and social event venues in the Midlands will close its doors on December 31, 2018. Located near I-26 and I-20 in the Irmo/St. Andrews…
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Travis Bary joins National Hospitality Group as Chief Operating Officer
November 3, 2018
Myrtle Beach-based vacation ownership company, National Hospitality Group (NHG), recently welcomed Travis Bary, a former Executive Vice President with Wyndham Vacation Ownership as their Chief Operating Officer. During his time in…
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Paula’s Journey, Part One
November 2, 2018
By Tom Poland An Uncommon Passage Down The River Of Life Author’s Note: Paula Deen’s story appears in the fall 2018 issue of Shrimp, Collards & Grits magazine. This…
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The State Museum celebrates its 30th Anniversary with free general admission
November 1, 2018
In celebration of its 30th anniversary, the South Carolina State Museum (301 Gervais Street, Columbia, SC 29201) will offer free general admission to the public Saturday, Nov. 3, from 10…
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West Columbia Beautification Foundation is paving the way in the newest West Columbia Park
October 25, 2018
The West Columbia Beautification Foundation is selling a limited amount of commemorative bricks to be placed in the newest West Columbia All-Inclusive Park – Everyone – Every Ability – A…
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Growl at the Moon; Final Saturday in Oz, Oct. 27
October 24, 2018
Growl at the Moon, Thursday, Oct. 25 The museum is traveling back in time to the 80’s in celebration of its 30th anniversary for the 5th annual Growl at the…
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State Museum celebrates 30 years with FREE general admission Nov. 3 & 4
October 23, 2018
In celebration of its 30th anniversary, the South Carolina State Museum will offer free general admission to the public Saturday, Nov. 3, from 10 a.m. until 10 p.m. and Sunday, Nov.…
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Second infant gorilla born at Riverbanks
October 17, 2018Riverbanks Zoo and Garden’s western lowland gorilla troop has expanded. An infant was born to mom Macy and dad Cenzoo shortly after 1:15pm on Wednesday, October 17, growing the family…
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Nephron Pharmaceuticals donates $10,000 to the Saluda Shoals Foundation
October 17, 2018
The Saluda Shoals Foundation is pleased to announce it has received a $10,000 gift from the Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation. The donation will help support the Park’s mission of connecting people…
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Zero George Hotel recognized with Condé Nast Traveler’s fifth consecutive 2018 Readers’ Choice Award
October 11, 2018The World’s Best Hotels, Resorts, Cities, Islands, Airlines, Airports and Cruise Lines Condé Nast Traveler announced the results of its 31st annual Readers’ Choice Awards this week. Readers voted Charleston as their favorite…
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Charleston Parks Conservancy launching fourth community garden this fall
October 4, 2018The Charleston Parks Conservancy has received a total of $25,000 in grant funds for the creation of a community garden at Corrine Jones Park, 36 Marlow Drive in Charleston. Through…
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Sonesta makes a big pink splash this October with “Think Pink” campaign for Breast Cancer Awareness month
October 3, 2018
From the time the guests arrive at Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island this October, an entirely different “Think Pink” experience in support of Breast Cancer Awareness month can be expected, starting with…
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Sonesta makes a big pink splash this October with “Think Pink” campaign for Breast Cancer Awareness month
October 1, 2018
From the time the guests arrive at Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island this October, an entirely different “Think Pink” experience in support of Breast Cancer Awareness month can be expected, starting with…
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New superintendent named to lead Congaree National Park
October 1, 2018
The National Park Service (NPS) has selected K. Lynn Berry as the next superintendent to lead Congaree National Park. Berry currently serves as the Chief of Community Assistance and Partnerships…
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New Columbia SC Visitors Center location offers convenience, technology, tours
September 26, 2018
Experience Columbia SC unveiled the new Columbia SC Visitors Center Wednesday during a ribbon cutting ceremony. Now located at the corner of Lincoln and Gervais Streets in the Vista, the…
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Museum of Oz returns, Saturday, Sept. 29
September 24, 2018. . Museum of Oz Returns, Saturday, Sept. 29 The South Carolina State Museum will once again transform into the Museum of Oz,enhanced with even more exciting “Oz” events for…
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Vista Guild announces lineup for Vista After Five, free concert series
September 21, 2018The Congaree Vista Guild, a non-profit, membership-based organization comprised of a wide variety of restaurateurs, shop, business, gallery owners and homeowners in the Vista, will again host “Vista After Five,”…
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Vista Guild announces lineup for Vista After Five, free concert series
September 21, 2018
The Congaree Vista Guild, a non-profit, membership-based organization comprised of a wide variety of restaurateurs, shop, business, gallery owners and homeowners in the Vista, will again host “Vista After Five,”…
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2018 Enduring Spirit Awards to honor the achievements of African American women in the Midlands
September 19, 2018Tyrone Geter (American), My Beauty is Not My Beast, 2016, charcoal and torn paper The Friends of African American Art & Culture (FAAAC) present the second annual Enduring…
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Remember Old Hickory to commemorate the day the 30th Infantry broke the German lines in WWI
September 10, 2018GREENVILLE, S.C. – Organizers of the Remember Old Hickory project will host a special event at the end of this month to honor the day that soldiers trained locally at…
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Hospitality Kick-Start Program graduates largest class to date
August 27, 2018On August 16 Palmetto Goodwill graduated its largest Hospitality Kick-Start class to date, with 11 students graduating the course and receiving a START professional certification. Graduates of the course…
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Greenville Zoo welcomes baby orangutan
August 7, 2018
Greenville Zoo director Jeff Bullock announced this afternoon that just before 6 a.m. this morning, doctors delivered a healthy, 2.9-pound female baby orangutan via C-section. Mother Lana is doing well and has…
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WorldMark by Wyndham opens in South Myrtle Beach
August 7, 2018Wyndham Destinations announced the opening of WorldMark Myrtle Beach – Plantation Resort. It is the first WorldMark property in South Carolina. “WorldMark by Wyndham has great drive-to offerings, with a heavy west…
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All-new running event coming to Myrtle Beach this November
August 2, 2018
The Grand Strand is known in the world of running to offer flat courses that help elevate both speed and endurance. This November, runners will have yet one more Myrtle…
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Charleston Parks Conservancy unveils plans for improvements, beautification at Hampton Park, Upper Peninsula
August 1, 2018
The Charleston Parks Conservancy is inviting the public to an ice cream social to learn more about the nonprofit organization’s decade-long efforts to improve Charleston’s public parks, including forthcoming improvements…
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State Museum to offer free general admission to children 12 and under
July 26, 2018
The South Carolina State Museum is providing *free general admission to children 12 years old and younger starting Saturday, July 28 through Sunday, August 12. Guests can explore four floors of permanent…
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Vanity Salon debuts blowout bars at both salon locations
July 19, 2018
Vanity Salon announced the addition of full-service blowout bars inside each of their salon locations in Mount Pleasant and West Ashley. Vanity has teamed with BlowPro, the originators of the blowout craze, to…
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Lake Murray Country chosen the “Go to Destination” And MORE!
July 16, 2018
Capital City/Lake Murray Country (CCLMC), the regional tourism office, was chosen by the CMA Awards Program as the 2018 “Go To Destination.” With this elite title, the organization receives promotion…
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F2T Productions presents summer cooking classes
July 11, 2018
Join F2T Productions at City Roots this summer for one of our many farm to table cooking classes. With multiple classes left, including a 3 class charcuterie board series, there…
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National TV cameras on Lexington and Lake Murray Country
July 9, 2018Throughout this summer, the Town of Lexington and Lexington County will be filmed for national tourism promotions. The Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board (CCLMC) is updating its national…
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S.C. State Fair accepting competitive exhibit entries
July 9, 2018
The South Carolina State Fair is accepting entries for this year’s competitive events. More than $300,000 in premiums will be offered in agriculture, art, crafts, flowers, and livestock again during…
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Salute from the Shore to feature ‘Air Parade’ of F-16s flyover of Lake Murray on July 4th
June 29, 2018
The F-16s will perform a Salute from the (In)Shore of Lake Murray at 1:45 on July 4th Salute from the Shore, a 501(c)3 organization, was founded in 2010 by patriotic…
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Hospitality Kick-Start program graduates four
June 25, 2018Graduates of the most recent course include Ivan D’Arrigo, Amani Clark, Tierra Williams and Alexia Sarmiento. Palmetto Goodwill held its second Hospitality Kick-Start graduation ceremony on Thursday, June 21…
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Family Circle Magazine lists World Famous Hip-Hop Family Day among top 50 family-friendly festivals
June 22, 2018
Family Circle Magazine selected Columbia’s World Famous Hip-Hop Family Day as the top family-friendly festival in South Carolina and among the top 50 in the nation. On newsstands now, the July issue…
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Summer Nights, free nightly entertainment series returns to Broadway at the Beach this summer
June 20, 2018Myrtle Beach’s most visited attraction, Broadway at the Beach, will feature Summer Nights through September 2. This free, nightly entertainment series offers live musical performances, street performers, character appearances and…
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Choice Hotels to develop two new Cambria Hotels in growing South Carolina markets
June 20, 2018
Choice Hotels International, Inc. has signed two agreements with Four Raines, LLC to develop Cambria hotels in Greenville and Summerville, S.C., both rapidly growing business regions. The Cambria Hotel Greenville and the Cambria Hotel…
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“Panda-monium” at the Greenville Zoo
June 19, 2018
Today Greenville Zoo director Jeff Bullock announced the arrival of three new residents – red panda cubs born to Collette and Steve, two of the Greenville Zoo’s three red pandas.…
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Greenville Zoo to present Conservation Lecture – June 21
June 18, 2018
The Greenville Zoo continues its popular Conservation Lecture Series this Thursday, June 21 with special guest Brett A. Wright, PhD., Dean of Clemson University’s College of Behavioral, Social and Health Sciences, who…
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Lakewood Camping Resort debuts High Steppin’ Country’s 42nd summer season on June 19
June 18, 2018
Visitors to the Grand Strand will be able to enjoy another year of Lakewood Camping Resort’s High Steppin’ Country concert. The 42nd annual season opens on Tuesday, June 19, 2018, at…
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Bourbon presents The 2018 Great American Whiskey Fair – October 18
June 18, 2018Join Whiskey lovers from around the world on the evening of October 18th at the Grand Hall at 701 Whaley St. in Columbia SC for the LARGEST whiskey tasting in the…
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OTO Development wins Hilton Developer of the Year Award – for 2nd consecutive year
June 15, 2018South Carolina-based hospitality company earns national honor OTO Development has been named Hilton Developer of the Year in the Focused Service category — for the second consecutive year. The 2017…
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Hilton Garden Inn Greenville unveils revamped property
June 11, 2018Top-to-bottom renovation project yields ‘like new’ hotel in well-established location A $4-million project has totally revamped Hilton Garden Inn Greenville. The renovations include both interior and exterior upgrades to the…
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Serendipity Labs select Ashley Stidfole as new Director of Sales
June 6, 2018
Serendipity Labs has hired Ashley Stidfole as the new Director of Sales. Stidfole graduated from Georgia Southern University with a major in business and communications with a minor in public…
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Gorilla infant born at Riverbanks
June 5, 2018Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is excited to announce the birth of a western lowland gorilla. The infant was born to mom Kazi and dad Cenzoo at 8:10am on Monday, June 4. “This…
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Time Traveler Escape Games opens on King Street offering “Charleston’s Hidden History” adventures
May 30, 2018
Time Traveler Escape Games opened at 579-B King Street in Downtown Charleston on May 25, 2018 offering live action adventures inspired by the “hidden history” of Charleston, SC. Players work…
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Local developer builds Marriott hotel in North Charleston
May 17, 2018
Clancy Cipkala, managing partner and CEO of Solara Hospitality based in South Carolina announced the construction of a new 138-room Courtyard by Marriott in North Charleston. “The strengthening local economy…
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Carnival Cruise Line will offer first Cuba cruises from Charleston
May 11, 2018
Carnival Cruise Line has expanded its cruises to Cuba with the addition of 23 three- to five-day sailings to Havana in 2019-20 aboard five different ships departing from four convenient East Coast homeports –…
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Retrospective captures life and legacy of forgotten American female artist – May 13-July 22
May 3, 2018
The Columbia Museum of Art announces the exhibition Jane Peterson: At Home and Abroad, a retrospective of one of the United States’ most innovative artists, on view from Sunday, May 13, through Sunday,…
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