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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Tacos ‘n Tequila Fiesta to be held on September 27
September 18, 2020
Popular Upstate festival Tacos ‘n Tequila is happening next Sunday, and with added health and safety measures. Tacos ‘n Tequila Fiesta will be held on Sunday, September 27 at the…
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Tempest announces new midday menu
September 17, 2020
Bites Include Ceviche, Roasted Clam Flatbread and Umami Tuna “Bombs” Tempest, a brand-new upscale seafood restaurant located on historic Market Street, is now offering a midday menu, available on weekdays…
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West Ashley Essentials Market to relocate to West Ashley Greenway
September 17, 2020
Due to the resumption of weekend athletics at Ackerman Park, and the ongoing situation related to COVID-19 in South Carolina, the West Ashley Essentials Market will relocate to the intersection of the…
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The Front Coffee and Tap
September 17, 2020
The Front Coffee and Tap is located on the congruence of the three rivers in Columbia – right next to the Riverfront Park. Serving coffee, tea, beer, and wine, The…
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Lockdown Comes To Town, Part One
September 16, 2020
By Tom Poland The Bistro’s Before & During Tale During this cool strange spring there comes to me a blistering afternoon in 2019 when a train locked down Lake…
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The Capitol Theatre is showing “The Goonies” – Sept 18-24
September 16, 2020
The Capitol Theatre is showing “The Goonies.”. All tickets only $5.00 The Capitol Theatre 104 South Public Square, Laurens, South Carolina, 29360 SEP 18th – 24th FRI-SAT 4:00, 7:00 SUN 3:00…
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South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association seeking nominations for Upstate Hospitality Awards
September 15, 2020
The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) is seeking nominations for the 8th Annual Upstate Hospitality Awards, honoring the best of the best in the Upstate’s hospitality industry. The…
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Village Idiot celebrates 30 years of NY-style pizza
September 14, 2020
Village Idiot Pizza is celebrating 30 years of serving NY-style pizza and good times in a comfortable, laid-back atmosphere. Under Kelly and Brian Glynn’s ownership, the Columbia classic has reached…
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Historic Columbia announces 2020 Preservation Award Winners
September 10, 2020
Historic Columbia announced the recipients of its 2020 Preservation Awards. Each year, these awards celebrate the accomplishments of local property owners; professionals in the fields of architecture, construction, and design;…
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Craft Axe Throwing to resume competitive leagues
September 10, 2020
Craft Axe Throwing is excited to announce that they will their competitive league play beginning next week. The 2020 Fall Axe Throwing League will begin its play on September 15th.…
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The Capitol Theatre is showing “42” The Jackie Robinson Story – Sept 11-17
September 10, 2020
The Capitol Theatre is showing “42” The Jackie Robinson Story with Chadwick Boseman. All tickets only $5.00 42 (PG-13) The Capitol Theatre 104 South Public Square, Laurens, South Carolina, 29360 SEP…
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Five Points Association launches new website showcasing the treasures of Five Points
September 9, 2020
The Five Points Association today announced the official launch of their updated website: fivepointscolumbia.com. The overhauled site includes additional features and information and will remain up-to-date with upcoming events, news,…
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Foxcroft Wine Co. Greenville hosting two French wine events in September
September 4, 2020
Foxcroft Wine Co. Greenville will host two French Wine Events on Saturday, September 19, with the help of special guest and co-host Deb Lewis, National Sales Manager for Vintage ’59…
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South Carolina Aquarium transfers rare sea turtle hatchling to Wild Dunes Resort
September 3, 2020The South Carolina Aquarium Sea Turtle Care Center™ recently transported a rare, never-before-seen species of hatchling back to the coast. Now on display at Wild Dunes Resort, this gigantic, 5-foot-tall…
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JAWS showing at The Capitol Theatre – Sept 4-10
September 3, 2020
The Capitol Theatre is open with Free Admission sponsored by Laurens CPW! JAWS (PG) FREE admission sponsored by LAURENS CPW The Capitol Theatre 104 South Public Square, Laurens, South Carolina, 29360 SEP…
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The Capitol Theatre has a free showing of Back to the Future 2
August 31, 2020
The Capitol Theatre is open and showing Back to the Future 2 (PG) August 28th – Sept. 3rd. Free Admission sponsored by Laurens CPW! FRI-SAT 4:00, 7:00 SUN 3:00 MON-TUE Closed…
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Explore Charleston and LHA partnership with Charleston VAMC named winner of the VHA Community Partnership Challenge
August 31, 2020
The Lowcountry Hospitality Association (LHA) and Explore Charleston are pleased to announce that their partnership – Turnaround Tuesday – with Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center (VAMC) has been named…
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South Carolina Aquarium’s 5th Annual Turtle Trek 5K goes virtual
August 25, 2020
Proceeds from the 5K race support the Sea Turtle Care Center™ and other Aquarium conservation efforts Distance and dates will no longer be a hurdle to participate in the South…
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SC State Fair is Giving Back – October 20-21
August 24, 2020
In an effort to give back to the community in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the nonprofit South Carolina State Fair will host its first-ever free, Drive-Through S.C. State Fair…
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Bill Hall, Founder of Halls Chophouse, passes on
August 20, 2020We were sad to hear of the passing of Bill Hall on August 19th. He was a titan of the restaurant industry and we appreciate the role his restaurants play…
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Downtown programming returns to Spartanburg’s Downtown Cultural District
August 20, 2020Downtown Programming is back for another season. Chapman Cultural Center is excited to announce that the street music series will be returning to the Spartanburg Downtown Cultural District this week…
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What’s new at the zoo? Riverbanks’ southern white rhinoceros
August 19, 2020
Visit the Zoo and Help Secure a Future for this Species at Risk Members and guests visiting Riverbanks Zoo and Garden can now catch a glimpse of the Zoo’s newest…
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Jonathan Brashier appointed as general manager of Hotel Hartness and Village Kitchen
August 19, 2020
Hartness, a new urban village founded by the Hartness family and located in Eastside Greenville on the family’s estate, announced Jonathan Brashier as general manager of Village Kitchen restaurant and…
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Congaree National Park receives Women in Parks grant from the National Park Foundation
August 18, 2020
The National Park Foundation (NPF) announced more than 20 inaugural grants through its Women in Parks initiative, a program commemorating the centennial of the 19th amendment (which prohibited states from…
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Sweetgrass Inn to open at Wild Dunes Resort in spring 2021
August 18, 2020Lowe, the developer behind Isle of Palms’ Wild Dunes Resort and The Cooper in downtown Charleston, formally announced the name and details of the newest hotel currently under construction at…
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Wild Dunes Resort reopens following temporary suspension of services
August 14, 2020
Wild Dunes Resort, a Destination Hotel in South Carolina’s Lowcountry, has officially reopened after temporarily suspending most services in July due to a dynamic rise in COVID-19 cases in the…
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New Charleston restaurant Tempest announces grand opening
August 13, 2020
The 5th Street Group announced that its newest restaurant concept, Tempest, will host its grand opening this Friday, August 14. Located on historic Market Street next to the group’s 5Church…
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High Spirits Hospitality named Greenville Chamber Small Business of the Month
August 13, 2020
High Spirits Hospitality — the parent company of Liquid Catering, The Old Cigar Warehouse, Bravo1 Protection and High Spirits Events, was honored with the Greenville Chamber of Commerce’s Small Business…
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New AC Hotel Greenville, SC appoints general manager and director of sales
August 11, 2020
The AC Hotel Greenville, opening in early 2021 and owned and operated by Auro Hotels, has appointed John Deck as general manager and Else Miller as director of sales. Deck…
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Michelin announces 2021 Road Atlas with featured driving tours for summer and fall getaways
August 11, 2020
As a map publisher and leading mobility company, Michelin is debuting a new road atlas for travelers in North America. The 2021 Road Atlas: USA CANADA MEXICO features exclusive driving tours from the popular Green Guide…
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Capital City/Lake Murray Country provides 2020 update on regional tourism
August 11, 2020The Capital City/Lake Murray Country (CCLMC) Regional Tourism Board’s Annual Meeting was held Thursday, August 6th. The Annual Meeting provides the organization an opportunity for the community and political allies…
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Where history meets art, new exhibit at The Charleston Museum
August 10, 2020
The Charleston Museum presenting a new exhibit in the Lowcountry Image Gallery that blends art from the 1920s and reinterprets them for today, From Etchings to Pastels: A New Artistic…
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2020 Tacos ‘n Tequila Fiesta to be held in late September
August 4, 2020
The Upstate’s popular festival dedicated to the love of tacos and tequila has a date for 2020, and with added health and safety measures. Tacos ‘n Tequila Fiesta will be…
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N&H Holdings announces purchase of Markley Station
July 29, 2020N&H Holdings, a real estate company based in the Southeast, recently announced the purchase of Markley Station in downtown Greenville. The purchase, which closed on June 1, 2020, is located…
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Palmetto Priority is proving successful in boosting diners’ confidence
July 27, 2020
Palmetto Priority, a program launched by Governor Henry McMaster on July 1, is exceeding expectations. According to the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce, there were 206,300 hotel, restaurant…
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City of Charleston announces COVID-19 regulations for Charleston Peninsula Essentials Market
July 14, 2020
Due to the ongoing situation related to COVID-19 in South Carolina, the Charleston Farmers Market will open as an essentials only market on Wednesday, July 15, 2020 from 4 to 7 p.m. in…
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“Topping Out” ceremony marks major milestone for International African American Museum
July 14, 2020
The construction of the International African American Museum is progressing as planned, despite the global presence of COVID-19. This marks an important milestone in the museum’s journey, as major donors,…
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‘Play Safe, Stay Safe’ with fireworks around July Fourth
July 2, 2020
Richland County Fire Enforcement reminds residents the best way to enjoy fireworks this Fourth of July holiday weekend is to do so safely. Because of restrictions in response to COVID-19,…
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Greenville Country Club announces hire of Sean McGaughey as Director of Golf
July 1, 2020
Greenville Country Club, one of the South’s most historic golf clubs, recently announced the hire of Sean McGaughey as Director of Golf. In this role, McGaughey will oversee all aspects…
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July 4th on Lake Murray in on!
June 30, 2020
The Capital City/ Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board is pleased to present Lake Murray’s July 4th Celebration scheduled for Saturday, July 4th. At approximately 9:15 or dark, fireworks will…
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Hospitality leaders announce new initiative aimed to protect patrons and employees
June 23, 2020
In collaboration with South Carolina’s hospitality leaders, Governor Henry McMaster announced the South Carolina Palmetto Priority. The Palmetto Priority is a restaurant commitment aimed at instilling confidence with restaurant-goers as…
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Myrtle Beach’s largest golf course group to allow walking throughout the year
June 23, 2020TPC Myrtle Beach, Grande Dunes, Pine Lakes Among Layouts To Implement New Policy Golfers that want a little more exercise on their next trip to Myrtle Beach will have the…
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City cancels Wells Fargo Red, White and Blue festival
June 16, 2020
City officials have canceled the annual Wells Fargo Red, White and Blue festival scheduled for July 4. The festival had already been pared down to the fireworks show, but a…
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Spartanburg County to host 2021 NCAA Division II and Division III Cross Country Southeastern Regionals
June 11, 2020
The Spartanburg Convention & Visitors Bureau, Milliken & Company and Converse College are partnering with Limestone College and Conference Carolinas to host the NCAA Division II and Division III Cross…
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SpiritLine Cruises announces reopening of tours, cruises
June 5, 2020
Fort Sumter Tours and SpiritLine Cruises are once again offering harbor cruises and trips to Fort Sumter. The company has implemented detailed protocols and cleaning procedures to ensure the health…
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Farmer’s Market to open season as TD Essential Market – June 6
June 2, 2020
Modified market to include 42 vendors each week City officials and event partners shared details for the opening of the TD Essential Market presented by Prisma Health. The temporary name…
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Charlestowne Hotels inks deal with The Thrash Group
June 1, 2020
CHARLESTON, SC – Charlestowne Hotels, providing full-service hospitality management, announced a formal agreement with The Thrash Group, a national hospitality development company, to oversee their entire portfolio of hotels. Under this…
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West Columbia Riverwalk and Amphitheater open to the public
May 28, 2020
The West Columbia Riverwalk Park and Amphitheater, 109 Alexander Road, West Columbia, SC, is open to the public after being closed due to flooding. Please avoid any areas that are…
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