Major League Fishing Wiley X Summit Cup wraps production on Lake Murray
February 5, 2021Bass Fishing Event Completes Week-Long Television Shoot in Lake Murray Country with 30 Pro Anglers Competing to Win Prestigious Summit Cup Championship Major League Fishing (MLF) and 30 of the…
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Colliers Report: 2021 will see stabilization and improvement
February 2, 2021
Research & Forecast Report 2020 SOUTH CAROLINA | HOSPITALITY Key Takeaways With the availability of the new COVID-19 vaccine, occupancy and revenue per available room (REVPAR) is anticipated to increase.…
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Tempest announces list of local purveyors
February 1, 2021
New Charleston Restaurant Focuses on Hyper-Local Cuisine Tempest, a reinvented South Atlantic seafood restaurant and the latest concept of the 5th Street Group, is demonstrating its commitment to the Charleston…
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AC Hotel by Marriott Greenville Downtown to celebrate Greenville through art and design
January 28, 2021
New downtown hotel will showcase local artists and feature unique design inspired by the destination Auro Hotels is delighted to announce that the AC Hotel by Marriott Greenville Downtown will…
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Six activities travelers are clamoring to enjoy along SC’s Hammock Coast in 2021
January 27, 2021
With 2020 mercifully in the rearview mirror and multiple Covid-19 vaccines being distributed, there is hope some semblance of normalcy will soon begin returning to America, including the resumption of…
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Laurens County Conversations – A conversation with Laurens Mayor Nathan Senn
January 27, 2021
Welcome to the first edition of Laurens County Conversations. In these conversations we will talk with community leaders, movers and shakers about things that impact Laurens County. In this conversation,…
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Wild Dunes Resort announces Valentine’s themed package
January 26, 2021
Wild Dunes Resort, located on Isle of Palms, invites locals to take a Valentine’s Day staycation and relax and rechange with a significant other during the month of love. Nestled…
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Old Cigar Warehouse helps engaged couples book their wedding without a set date
January 12, 2021
In light of event cancellations and postponements that became synonymous with wedding planning in 2020, the Old Cigar Warehouse has developed an option for couples looking to continue the planning…
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Wild Dunes Resort hosting hiring event for new Sweetgrass Inn
January 11, 2021Wild Dunes Resort, located on Isle of Palms, is hosting a hiring event on January 14-16 & 18-20, 2021 for the opening team of the new Sweetgrass Inn. This hiring…
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Auro Hotels announces Baileigh Wilson as Master Mixologist and Beverage Director of AC Hotel by Marriott Greenville
January 7, 2021
Auro Hotels is delighted to announce the appointment of Baileigh Wilson as Master Mixologist and Beverage Director of AC Hotel by Marriott Greenville Downtown. In this role, Wilson will be…
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Tempest named “Best New Restaurant” by USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice 2020
January 7, 2021
Tempest, the newest restaurant concept from the 5th Street Group, has been recognized as the No. 1 “Best New Restaurant” in the country by USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice 2020.…
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5Church Charleston and Tempest announce Restaurant Week menus
January 5, 2021
5Church Charleston – 3 Courses for $40 (Dinner) First Course is Cauliflower Soup with bacon lardons and croutons, Baby Gems with anchovy buttermilk dressing, curried olives and parmesan or Steam…
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Wild Dunes Resort announces new Director of Resort Operations
January 5, 2021
Wild Dunes Resort, a Destination Hotel, is pleased to announce John D’Angelo as Director of Resort Operations. D’Angelo previously served as the Opening General Manager for Grand Hyatt Nashville, a…
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Clinton Light Show Continues Through January 3rd
December 30, 2020
If you haven’t seen the new light show in Clinton, you have a few more days to do so! “O Lighted Night” is a choreographed light show with lights dancing…
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Capitol Theatre and Café to Start Serving Breakfast
December 30, 2020
The Capitol Theatre and Café is changing it up again with more options for dining in the café. Starting Saturday, January 2nd they will begin serving breakfast! They are also…
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SCRLA statement on Federal Pandemic Relief Bill
December 21, 2020
Today, Congress unveiled a $900 billion relief bill to provide short-term economic relief to the country in the face of the coronavirus pandemic. The plan includes several items that will…
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A Parade Like No Other
December 16, 2020
2020 has been a different kind of year in so many ways. But that isn’t stopping the City of Laurens from bringing some much-needed joy to residents. The City of…
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Porter Barron Jr., Owner, The War Mouth
December 15, 2020
The growth of small independent restaurants in Columbia over the past twenty years has been a huge part of the transformation of our local community. The War Mouth opened five…
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Auro Hotels announces Fernando Coppola as executive chef of AC Hotel by Marriott Greenville Downtown
December 14, 2020
Chef Coppola to oversee culinary direction for seven new Downtown restaurants located at AC Hotel Greenville Downtown Auro Hotels is pleased to announce the appointment of Chef Fernando Coppola as…
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Lander University, College of Charleston publish results of COVID-19 restaurant survey in top tier academic journal
December 14, 2020
At the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic earlier this year, many of our state’s scientists, government officials and businesses came together to search for answers to how day-to-day life should…
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Hartness breaks ground on Hotel Hartness
December 3, 2020
Hartness, a new 444-acre urban village founded by the Hartness family and located on Greenville’s Eastside on the family’s estate, celebrated the groundbreaking of Hotel Hartness. The hotel will open…
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Old Cigar Warehouse honored by App NACE
December 1, 2020
The Old Cigar Warehouse has been honored as the Venue of the Year by the Appalachian chapter of the National Association for Catering and Events. Located in downtown Greenville, The…
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Tickets launch for the Annual Lowcountry Oyster Festival
December 1, 2020
The Charleston Restaurant Foundation (CRF) is pleased to announce that tickets to the world’s largest oyster festival – the 38th Annual Lowcountry Oyster Festival – are now available for purchase…
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Auro Hotels announces 2021 opening of AC Hotel Greenville
November 23, 2020Auro Hotels announced AC Hotel Greenville, a new hotel located in downtown Greenville, SC that will boast luxurious accommodations and unique amenities when it opens early 2021. The hotel will…
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Urban Wren serves meals to families at Ronald McDonald House Charities® of the Carolinas
November 20, 2020
Urban Wren Winery, a restaurant and winery concept located in Markley Station, recently partnered with the Ronald McDonald House Charities ® (RMHC) of the Carolinas in Greenville to serve meals…
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Christmas in Clinton to Include New Light Show – O’ Lighted Night by Multi-Emmy Award Winning Lighting Designer
November 19, 2020
Christmas in Clinton is always something special and this year is no exception. Approved last year and purchased with funds from a grant, the City of Clinton will host “O’…
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South Carolina’s Hammock Coast gears up for festive holiday season
November 17, 2020
The “Most Wonderful Time of Year” is nearly upon us and while Christmas celebrations in 2020 will be different, they will be no less special along South Carolina’s Hammock Coast.…
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Holiday Lights on the River opens November 24 at Saluda Shoals Park
November 17, 2020The Midlands largest drive-through light show is a magical experience you won’t want to miss! Families and friends can fill up their cars for a festive ride through a wonderland…
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Hartness announces Village Kitchen Restaurant
November 16, 2020
Hartness, a new urban village founded by the Hartness family and located on Greenville’s Eastside on the family’s estate, is delighted to announce Village Kitchen restaurant. Located within the Hartness…
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South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association seeking nominations for Stars of South Carolina Hospitality Industry Awards
November 12, 2020
The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) is seeking nominations for the 68th Annual Stars of South Carolina Hospitality Awards, honoring the best of the best in the state’s…
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The Cliffs appoints James Scott as General Manager of The Cliffs at Keowee Springs
November 5, 2020
The Cliffs is pleased to announce that James Scott has joined its team as general manager of The Cliffs at Keowee Springs. Scott will help further elevate the private club…
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Les Dames d’Escoffier Charleston Chapter announces Hospitality Yard Sale – November 8
October 29, 2020The Charleston Chapter of Les Dames D’Escoffier (LDEI), a worldwide philanthropic society of professional women leaders in the fields of food, fine beverage and hospitality, announced its upcoming yard sale…
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Music in the Garden Coming to Verdin’s Too on Friday, Oct. 30th
October 28, 2020
Singin’ in the hood is coming back to Laurens, SC as Music in the Garden! If you’re ready for a night out and music in an open-air venue, we have…
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Columbia SC Visitors Center launches online store
October 27, 2020
The Columbia SC Visitors Center, located at the corner of Gervais and Lincoln Streets and operated by Experience Columbia SC, officially launches an online store today. Merchandise available for purchase…
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Auro Hotels announces the opening of Juniper
October 23, 2020
Auro Hotels, announced Juniper, the 16,000 square-foot immersive rooftop space located on top of AC Hotel Greenville. A destination for drinks and dining and opening early next year, Juniper will…
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Poinsett Club
October 22, 2020
The Poinsett Club® is a private city club in Greenville, SC. This award-winning exclusive club is one of the top 35 City Clubs in the Nation with a 5-Star Platinum…
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Firefly Distillery launches loyalty program
October 20, 2020
Firefly Distillery has focused on providing unique experiences for patrons throughout the pandemic, and is now launching a new loyalty program to reward return visitors who have supported this Charleston…
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South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association announces Upstate Hospitality Awards winners
October 20, 2020
The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) is pleased to announce the winners for the 8th Annual Upstate Hospitality Awards, celebrating the exceptional professionalism and outstanding service of top…
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Cola Concerts announces initial lineup of shows at Columbia Speedway Entertainment Center
October 20, 2020
Tickets To Go On Sale Friday, October 23 at 10:00 AM Cola Concerts is bringing music back to Columbia with a star studded lineup to kick off the new series…
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Village Idiot celebrates giving milestone, 30th anniversary
October 19, 2020
Local pizzeria has donated over $100,000 in community giving Village Idiot Pizza is celebrating 30 years of serving NY-style pizza in the Midlands. Recently, the local, small business owned by…
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Cohesive Coffee hires Eric Addison as manager
October 14, 2020
Cohesive Coffee announces that Eric Addison has been promoted to the position of full-time manager for the local coffee shop. Addison has been with the company as a lead barista…
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5th Street Group to close all restaurants on election day
October 14, 2020
5th Street Group has announced that it will be closing all restaurants on Election Day. Locations include 5Church and Tempest in Charleston as well as 5Church and Sophia’s Lounge in…
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The Stoplight Project aims to help people express social distance comfort levels
October 11, 2020
NDB Association & Event Management recently announced the creation of The Stoplight Project, a campaign to bring awareness to the varying degrees of social distancing comfort levels in local communities.…
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Explore Charleston and Lowcountry Hospitality Association to host Hospitality Industry Job Fair – October 15
October 6, 2020
Explore Charleston and the Lowcountry Hospitality Association (LHA) are collaborating with community partners to host a hospitality industry job fair, Hire for Higher, on Thursday, October 15 at the renovated…
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Tacos ‘n Tequila Fiesta winners announced
October 2, 2020
The Tacos ‘n Tequila Fiesta, presented by Lunazul 100% Agave Tequila and held at The Old Cigar Warehouse, took place over the weekend of September 25. Although the festival was…
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What’s Happening Around the Main Street District in October
October 1, 2020Congratulations Hotel Trundle & Boudreaux on Receiving the South Carolina Historic Preservation’s Honor Award The combination of the boutique Hotel Trundle and BOUDREAUX’s architectural studio was recently recognized by South Carolina…
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Celebrate Agriculture, Arts and Tradition at Free, Drive-Through S.C. State Fair, Oct. 20-21
October 1, 2020
Fair food available for purchase with extended dates, Oct. 20-24 The first-ever free, Drive-Through S.C. State Fair is bringing the tradition of the State Fair to fairgoers in a new…
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Tempest announces new weekend brunch menu
September 30, 2020
Items Include King Crab Benedict, Smoked Fish Toast and Shakshuka Tempest, a brand-new upscale seafood restaurant located on historic Market Street, is now offering weekend brunch from 10 a.m. to…
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20 South Battery re-opens in Charleston, inviting travelers to discover the beauty and culture of a historic Charlestonian mansion
September 30, 202020 South Battery is inviting travelers to discover the beauty, history and culture of Charleston while enjoying a luxury hospitality experience as unique as its setting. The 1843 private mansion…
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Historic Columbia announces winners of 21st annual Volunteer Awards
September 22, 2020
Historic Columbia is happy to announce the winners of this year’s Volunteer Awards. For the past two decades, Historic Columbia has recognized the dedication of time and energy of its…
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