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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Experience Myrtle Beach’s Oceanfront Views Year-Round with Just the Click of a Button
April 30, 2018
Ever wondered what the weather is like at the beach? Now you can find out in real time without having to make the trip — or even having to go…
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New Charleston Tour Pass Saves Visitors Time, Money and the Headache of Deciding Where to Go, What to Do
April 30, 2018
Visitors and Locals now have the option to save up to 50 percent on some of the area’s best tours, attractions and restaurants. CharlestonTourPass.com is launching just in time for…
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Enjoy the outdoors with new green space at Richland Library Main
April 30, 2018There’s a new outdoor space for local residents to enjoy at Richland Library Main (1431 Assembly Street). The Upper Level parking lot, located at the corner of Hampton and Park…
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Piccolo Spoleto announces details of 2018 Festival
April 24, 2018Charleston, SC—The City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs today released details of the upcoming 2018 Piccolo Spoleto Festival, which opens on May 25 and runs through June 10, 2018, in Charleston, South…
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NEW! Cosmic Fridays: A Musical Experience, April 27
April 24, 2018The State Museum has expanded Friday Night Laser Lights to now include even more musical and visual experiences. In addition to exciting laser shows, guests can now immerse themselves in a full dome musical experience featuring…
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Next-door neighbor makes major investment in International African American Museum
April 23, 2018
$1 Million Boost from BMW Pushes Museum Toward Goal Global automotive manufacturer BMW has invested $1 million in the forthcoming International African American Museum (IAAM). This leadership gift to the…
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Next-door neighbor makes major investment in International African American Museum
April 23, 2018
$1 Million Boost from BMW Pushes Museum Toward Goal Global automotive manufacturer BMW has invested $1 million in the forthcoming International African American Museum (IAAM). This leadership gift to the…
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Lourie Center celebrates Older Americans Month
April 23, 2018
Each May, the Lourie Center joins the nation in a celebration of Older Americans Month (OAM). The 2018 theme, Engage at Every Age,emphasizes that you are never too old (or young)…
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Magnolia’s new children’s garden gets a gift from Bailey Nurseries
April 16, 2018
Magnolia Plantation and Gardens will start work on Thursday, April 19 to create a new children’s garden, a place where young minds can explore the outdoors and learn the value…
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SCE&G to open Lake Murray Parks for 2018 recreation season
April 11, 2018
SCE&G’s two public parks at Lake Murray will open for the season on Wednesday, April 4. The boat-launch area on the Irmo side of the dam and the beach and…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Rita Patel, Hotel Trundle
April 10, 2018
The MidlandsBiz Entrepreneur Minute is a quick, one minute interview in support of entrepreneurship. Rita Patel, Co-owner, Hotel Trundle Hotel Trundle, the first independent boutique hotel in Columbia, opened on April…
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Joe Riley, former Mayor of Charleston, The International African American Museum
April 2, 2018
Nearly half of all enslaved Africans arrived in Charleston, and the vast majority disembarked at Gadsden’s Wharf. Gadsden’s Wharf will be the future home of the International African American Museum…
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Joe Riley, former Mayor of Charleston, The International African American Museum
April 2, 2018
Nearly half of all enslaved Africans arrived in Charleston, and the vast majority disembarked at Gadsden’s Wharf. Gadsden’s Wharf will be the future home of the International African American Museum…
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This week at the South Carolina State Museum
April 2, 2018Spring Break Camps, April 2 – 6 The South Carolina State Museum is excited to offer a new line up of camps for spring break presented by Aflac for the 2018…
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Applications Open for 2018 Summer Youth Employment Program
April 2, 2018
The city of Charleston is currently accepting applications from high school and college students ages 15-22 for the 2018 Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP). Accepted students will work 20 hours…
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Topgolf breaks ground in Myrtle Beach
April 2, 2018
Global sports entertainment leader Topgolf® has officially broken ground in Myrtle Beach. The 55,000-square-foot venue is expected to open to the public in early 2019. “We’re honored that Topgolf has selected Myrtle Beach for another South Carolina…
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Topgolf breaks ground in Myrtle Beach
April 2, 2018
Global sports entertainment leader Topgolf® has officially broken ground in Myrtle Beach. The 55,000-square-foot venue is expected to open to the public in early 2019. “We’re honored that Topgolf has selected Myrtle Beach for another South Carolina…
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Congaree National Park sets visitation record in 2017
March 29, 2018
Congaree National Park experienced another banner year in 2017, hosting a wide range of activities and programs and once again setting a visitation record. The park welcomed more visitors in…
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South Carolina State Museum presents South Carolina and Reconstruction, 1865-1876
March 28, 2018
Explore the devastation of the Civil War, and the changes in labor, society and the law in this new exhibit opening, March 31 In The State Museum’s newest exhibit, South Carolina and…
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Five Points Foundation wraps up 36th Annual St. Pat’s in Five Points
March 22, 2018
On Saturday, March 17, 2018, Five Points welcomed approximately 41,000 people to their perennial St. Pat’s in Five Points celebration. An event breakdown is below: Attendee Demographics: From online pre-sale…
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Still Hopes acquires 12.5 acres in West Columbia, builds partnership with Columbia Children’s Theatre
March 15, 2018
Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community, a ministry of the Episcopal Church since 1977, has announced that it is acquiring two pieces of property currently owned by Lexington School District Two…
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OTO Development adds four properties to managed portfolio
March 15, 2018
With a proven operations strategy that provides measurable results in revenue, profitability and guest satisfaction, OTO Development is a preferred third-party management company for a variety of hotel ownership groups.…
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Topside Pool Club opening March 17 for 2018 season
March 6, 2018
Topside Pool Club, the popular rooftop pool club overlooking Main Street, is opening for the 2018 season on Saturday, March 17 at 2 p.m. Topside was developed last year as…
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Greenville Track Club announces winner of TD Bank Reedy River Run T-Shirt Design Contest
March 5, 2018The Greenville Track Club announced the winner of the TD Bank Reedy River Run T-Shirt Contest. Himesh Patel of Simpsonville, SC, received the largest number of online votes for his…
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Riverbanks expands executive division of senior leaders
March 2, 2018Zoo Society also Names 2018 Officers and New Board Members Riverbanks Zoo and Garden announced the expansion of its executive leadership team. Dave Ruhl, Ed Diebold, Christie Vondrak and Lochlan…
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Solara Hospitality to provide one time bonus to all hourly hotel associates
February 26, 2018Columbia based Solara Hospitality, developer and owner of Marriott franchised hotels in the Midlands, held a press conference to announce plans to provide a one-time cash bonus for all their…
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Governor McMaster headlines state conference on tourism and travel
February 14, 2018Governor Henry McMaster headlines the annual South Carolina Governor’s Conference on Tourism and Travel scheduled for Feb. 19-21 at the Westin Hilton Head Island Resort and Spa. The conference is the largest…
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The Irmo Chapin Recreation Commission receives a generous land donation
February 6, 2018
Mungo Family has generously donated 118.4 acres of land Columbia, S.C. – The Irmo Chapin Recreation Commission (ICRC) announced today that the Mungo Family has generously donated 118.4 acres of…
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Greenville Country Club announces 2018 Board of Governors
February 5, 2018
Matthew Smith, Director at Elliott Davis, Elected Club President The Greenville Country Club elected its 2018 Board of Governors at its recent annual meeting of the club’s members. Officers…
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Riverbanks reduces plastics pollution with new eco-friendly partnership
January 26, 2018Riverbanks is proud to partner with JUST Water as part of the Zoo and Garden’s continued commitment to a greener and more sustainable planet. JUST Water is a bottled water brand dedicated…
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Free on Feb. 10: 8th annual Mardi Gras Columbia festival to benefit Heroes in Blue at City Roots Farm in Columbia, SC!
January 22, 2018Free festival admission for all ages; beverage proceeds benefit Heroes in Blue; grand marshal Bakari Sellers; King Bentz Kirby and Queen Kassy Alia The Krewe de Columbi-Ya-Ya, in collaboration with…
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Willbrook Plantation celebrates 220 years
January 17, 2018Willbrook Plantation was created 220 years ago on land that was once a thriving rice plantation. In 1988, Willbrook Plantation Golf Club was built on that land, but not until…
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Elite Airways unveils three new nonstop routes to/from Myrtle Beach
January 17, 2018
White Plains and Albany NY, and Newport News VA As the first of several new destinations to be introduced this year, Elite Airways LLC unveiled three new nonstop routes…
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Presbyterian Communities of SC acquires Laurel Crest Retirement Community
January 12, 2018
Two of the premier retirement living organizations in South Carolina have joined together under the leadership of the Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina (PCSC). On January 5, 2018, PCSC purchased the Laurel Crest…
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