The Old Cigar Warehouse hires Wedding Director
May 27, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – The Old Cigar Warehouse has hired Emily Peck as its news Marketing Coordinator/Wedding Director. The New Jersey native interned for The Old Cigar Warehouse in the summer of…
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Kiko to Leave Greenville Zoo for New Home at Toronto Zoo
May 14, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – The Greenville Zoo will bid farewell to its 2-year-old Masai giraffe, Kiko, who will be leaving in mid-May for his new home at the Toronto Zoo in Canada.…
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Liquid Catering welcomes Harn as Director of Operations
April 21, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Gina Harn has joined the Liquid Catering team as Director of Operations. A Georgia native, Harn began her food and beverage career over 15 years ago, as…
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Liquid Catering welcomes Harn as Director of Operations
April 20, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Gina Harn has joined the Liquid Catering team as Director of Operations. A Georgia native, Harn began her food and beverage career over 15 years ago, as…
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City to Hold Ribbon Cutting to Celebrate National Community Development Week
April 7, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – The City of Greenville will hold a ribbon cutting ceremony on Wednesday, April 8 at 1 p.m. at 120 Mt. Eustis Street in the Greenline-Spartanburg community. The ribbon…
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Aloft Greenville Downtown Announces General Manager Jonathan Brashier
March 25, 2015
Greenville native and award-winning hotelier returns to Greenville to managethe new Aloft Greenville Downtown GREENVILLE, SC – McKibbon Hotel Management, Inc. is proud to announce the appointment of Jonathan Brashier to…
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Zoom through the Zoo 5K set in two weeks
March 17, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Runners and walkers will once again get to run through the Greenville Zoo this March. Zoom Through The Zoo includes a children’s fun run at 8 a.m.…
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Zoom through the Zoo 5K set in two weeks
March 16, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Runners and walkers will once again get to run through the Greenville Zoo this March. Zoom Through The Zoo includes a children’s fun run at 8 a.m.…
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EER and Pace Edwards Showcase Premium Caps and Tonneaus at Bassmaster Classic Outdoors Expo in South Carolina
February 20, 2015LEER Locker, the New Must-Have for Pickup Truck-Owning Anglers, Will Be on Display GREENVILLE, SC – Bassmaster Classic Outdoors Expo – This Friday through Sunday, February 20 through 22, LEER® and Pace Edwards will exhibit their angler-friendly line…
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Greenville Zoo Announces Future Plans for Exhibits: Zoo to reopen after two weeks of renovations
February 16, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – The Greenville Zoo announced today its plans to unveil a redesigned South American Aviary Exhibit on Saturday and renovate the former Elephant Exhibit into a new South…
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Liquid Catering’s Johnson named GHS Med Scholar
February 6, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Liquid Catering’s Tammy Johnson has been named a Greenville Health Medical Scholar for the winter 2015 term. The five-week program is designed to educate participants about the…
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Early joins OCW team
January 5, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Christie Early has joined The Old Cigar Warehouse team as the venue sales manager. A graduate of the College of Charleston and an Upstate native, Early has…
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Early joins OCW team
January 5, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Christie Early has joined The Old Cigar Warehouse team as the venue sales manager. A graduate of the College of Charleston and an Upstate native, Early has…
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Greenville, SC Named “Best in the US” by Lonely Planet
December 10, 2014
We did it again! So excited to share some great news we have been working on. This morning, Greenville, SC was named “#7 Best in the US” by Lonely Planet,…
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United Community Bank Ice on Main Outdoor Skating Rink Opens for Fourth Season
November 24, 2014
Community partners bring entertainment and events to rink GREENVILLE, SC – United Community Bank Ice on Main kicks off its fourth season today as one of downtown Greenville’s favorite holiday traditions.…
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Greenville Zoo Bids Farewell To Popular Orangutan
November 24, 2014
Bob heads to Oregon Zoo as part of breeding recommendation GREENVILLE, SC – Bob, one of three Bornean orangutans at the Greenville Zoo, will be leaving on December 3 for his new home…
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United Community Bank Ice on Main Announces Extended Skating Season
October 20, 2014Greenville’s Outdoor Ice Skating Rink to Open One Full Week Early GREENVILLE, SC – United Community Bank Ice on Main is pleased to announce that Greenville’s only outdoor skating rink…
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Rhino Concessions hires Marketing and Operations Manager
October 13, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – Rhino Concessions has hired Amanda Gardner as its new Marketing and Operations Manager. A native of Irmo, Gardner graduated from Clemson University in 2014 with a degree in…
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Rhino Concessions hires Marketing and Operations Manager
October 13, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – Rhino Concessions has hired Amanda Gardner as its new Marketing and Operations Manager. A native of Irmo, Gardner graduated from Clemson University in 2014 with a degree in…
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Hospitality-Related Entities and Retailers: How You Can Prepare for Hurricane Season
September 23, 2014
By Christian Stegmaier Collins & Lacy, P.C. With the 25th anniversary of Hurricane Hugo upon us and hurricane season in full swing, it is imperative those in retail and…
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Greenville Arena District President and General Manager honored with award nomination
September 22, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – The Greenville Arena District is pleased to announce that Roger Newton, President and General Manager of the Bon Secours Wellness Arena, has been nominated for the International Entertainment…
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Greenville’s Poinsett Club Named “Platinum Club of America”
September 17, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – The Poinsett Club, one of the Greenville area’s oldest and most recognizable clubs, has again been named a “Platinum Club of America.” In the private club industry, this…
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Friends of the Greenville Zoo adds new board members
August 28, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – Eric Jarinko and Chris Manley are the newest members of the Friends of the Greenville Zoo Board. Manley is the managing partner of Engenius, a Greenvile-based web…
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New Siamang Makes Debut at Greenville Zoo
August 11, 2014
Ella, 23-year-old siamang, moves from Lee Richardson Zoo GREEENVILLE, SC – Guests visiting the Greenville Zoo this weekend will have the opportunity to meet its newest resident. Ella, a 23-year-old female…
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Greenville, SC on The Today Show
July 30, 2014VisitGreenvilleSC is thrilled to share our most recent PR score! For the past several days, we’ve worked with The Today Show on a summer travel story to include Greenville, SC as a…
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New European Style Bike Friendly Inn Opens In Downtown Greenville, SC
July 24, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – After its opening last month, Greenville local Wendy Lynam’s Swamp Rabbit Inn is already drawing both locals and visitors to Greenville’s historic West End. The Swamp Rabbit Inn…
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Ryan Mccurdy Joins the Reserve at Lake Keowee as Clubhouse Manager
July 22, 2014SUNSET, SC – Following a thorough recruiting process, The Reserve at Lake Keowee’s Board of Trustees has named Ryan McCurdy as the community’s new Clubhouse Manager. McCurdy brings more than 30…
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Most Popular Travel Destinations for North Carolinians
July 16, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – Yeah, that Greenville ranks in the Top 10 Most Popular Destinations for NC Travelers – #8 in fact (right after Orlando – think Disney World, folks – and before Gatlinburg, TN and Washington,…
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Friends of the Greenville Zoo Adds New Board Members
July 15, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – The Friends of the Greenville Zoo have added three community leaders to its board. The new members are: Ben Urueta, vice president of design at DP3 Architects,…
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A Lot of Greenville Health System Swamp Rabbit Hoppenings
July 14, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – We are in the heat of summer and I hope everyone is having fun with friends and family. Here is the latest GHS Swamp Rabbit Hoppenings and…
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Brianna Shaw Named Top Executive of Greenville-Based Food, Wine and Live Music Festival.
July 9, 2014GREENVILLE, SC— Euphoria Greenville, one of the Southeast’s premier food, wine and live music festivals, has named Brianna Shaw its new executive director. Shaw is tasked with expanding the event’s…
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Lancaster SC Kicks-Off Ag+Art Tour on June 20th
June 16, 2014
LANCASTER, SC – Lancaster will kick-off this weekend’s free self-guided tour of farms & artisans with a downtown arts crawl and live music event. From 5-7pm, a free arts crawl…
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Beloved Elephant Passes Away En Route To Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
June 15, 2014
Age-related conditions likely cause Joni’s death GREENVILLE, SC – Greenville Zoo and Cheyenne Mountain Zoo are mourning the loss of Joni (known to the community as “Joy”), a beloved 44-year-old elderly…
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SCPRT Hires Communications Professional to Boost Statewide Tourism Marketing
June 9, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – A new public relations professional was added to the team at the South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism (SCPRT) to enhance its efforts in marketing the…
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SCPRT Hires Communications Professional to Boost Statewide Tourism Marketing
June 9, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – A new public relations professional was added to the team at the South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism (SCPRT) to enhance its efforts in marketing the…
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South Carolina State Parks Service Launches Yearlong ‘Making Memories’ Photo Contest
June 9, 2014CHARLESTON, SC – The South Carolina State Parks Service is excited to announce the launch of ‘Making Memories,’ a yearlong photo contest inviting visitors and locals alike to capture, then share,…
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South Carolina State Parks Service Launches Yearlong ‘Making Memories’ Photo Contest
June 9, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina State Parks Service is excited to announce the launch of ‘Making Memories,’ a yearlong photo contest inviting visitors and locals alike to capture, then share,…
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South Carolina State Parks Service Launches Yearlong ‘Making Memories’ Photo Contest
June 6, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina State Parks Service is excited to announce the launch of ‘Making Memories,’ a yearlong photo contest inviting visitors and locals alike to capture, then share,…
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South Carolina State Parks Service Launches Yearlong ‘Making Memories’ Photo Contest
June 6, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina State Parks Service is excited to announce the launch of ‘Making Memories,’ a yearlong photo contest inviting visitors and locals alike to capture, then share,…
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CFSA Upstate Farm Tour After-Party
June 5, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – June 8, 2014 – FREE Garden Concert at 6:30 pm Greenville Forward and Gardening for Good are excited to host the CFSA Upstate Farm Tour after-party at the…
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Volunteers are a Big Piece of the Puzzle
June 5, 2014
ANDERSON, SC – Do you like history? Do you like to volunteer? The Anderson County Museum is currently looking for Volunteers for our front desk. Volunteers’ at the ACM are…
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Exhibit at Museum Celebrates National Garden Week
June 5, 2014
ANDERSON, SC – The Anderson Council of Garden Clubs will celebrate National Garden Week with an exhibit at the Anderson County Museum. “Pride of the Piedmont” will open with a…
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Boat Show Producer Announces Successful 2014 Season
June 2, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – The 2014 boat show season has concluded for JBM & Associates, producer of the Charleston Boat Show held in January, Savannah Boat Show held in March and…
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Greenville Library to Receive National Award
May 22, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – The Greenville County Library System is the winner of the Association of Specialized and Cooperative Agencies (ASCLA)/Keystone Library Automation System (KLAS) & National Organization on Disability (NOD) Award.…
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Greenville Zoo Bids Farewell To Female Elephant
May 22, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – After an extensive search, working directly with the Elephant Species Survival Program (SSP) to identify available Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) accredited facilities and working independently with a recognized…
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Greenville County Rec’s Waterparks Open May 24
May 19, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – Greenville County Rec’s waterparks will open this Saturday, May 24 through Memorial Day, May 26. Discovery Island at Southside Park and Otter Creek at Northside Park will open weekends only until…
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Greenville County Rec Adult Sports – Summer / Fall 2014
May 12, 2014Adult Softball Registration is open for the Late Summer/Early Fall 2014 Adult Softball Season. Multiple leagues will be offered in the Men’s Open, Men’s Church, COED Open, and COED…
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Carswell joins The Old Cigar Warehouse team
December 30, 2013GREENVILLE, SC – December 31, 2014 – The Old Cigar Warehouse has hired Arynn Carswell as its new Wedding Sales Manager. With a passion for events, Carswell will assist brides…
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The Old Cigar Warehouse to host Bridal Open House
August 20, 2013GREENVILLE, SC – August 20, 2013 – Newly engaged brides are invited to check out downtown Greenville’s newest event venue at a special Bridal Open House at the Old Cigar…
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Liquid Catering brings in summer intern
June 7, 2013GREENVILLE, SC – June 9, 2013 – Liquid Catering, the Upstate’s premier event-bar management company, has hired two interns for the summer months. Lauren Wendel is a South Carolina native…
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