Graham Flanary joins Charleston Grill team as Dining Room Manager
June 8, 2017
The Charleston Grill recently announced the appointment of Graham Flanary to the position of Dining Room Manager. Graham was born and raised in Knoxville Tennessee. He originally started working in…
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Tim Judge named General Manager of three Hutson Alley restaurants
June 6, 2017
Hutson Alley restaurants Vincent Chicco’s, Michael’s on the Alley and cocktail lounge The Victor Social Club are pleased to announce the hiring of Tim Judge as General Manager. Arriving with…
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Tim Judge named General Manager of three Hutson Alley restaurants
June 5, 2017Hutson Alley restaurants Vincent Chicco’s, Michael’s on the Alley and cocktail lounge The Victor Social Club are pleased to announce the hiring of Tim Judge as General Manager. Arriving with…
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Tequila Thursdays are back at SOL Southwest Kitchen & Tequila Bar
May 31, 2017
Starting this Thursday, June 1, SOL Southwest Kitchen & Tequila Bar is bringing back Tequila Thursdays, a weekly Happy Hour event at both the Summerville and Mount Pleasantlocations. This weekly series will take…
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Take a bite out of hunger and save on zoo admission during Toucan Tuesdays
May 30, 2017Visit Riverbanks Zoo and Garden on a Tuesday this summer and help curb hunger in the Midlands. Guests will receive pay-one-price admission to the park with a donation of two…
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The stars aligned at Magnolia Gardens to benefit Make-A-Wish South Carolina
May 29, 2017“An Evening of Jazz Under the Stars” raised more than $65,000 for Make-A-Wish South Carolina, a statewide charity that grants unique experiences for children with life-threatening medical conditions. During…
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Green Book of S.C. Travel Guide to Increase Impact of $2.4 Billion S.C. African American Travel Industry
May 26, 2017
Major new international tourism tool launched by S.C. African American Heritage Commission The first-ever mobile travel guide to S.C. African American cultural sites, the Green Book of South Carolina, has…
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Green Book of S.C. Travel Guide to increase impact of $2.4 billion S.C. African American travel industry
May 26, 2017Major new international tourism tool launched by S.C. African American Heritage Commission The first-ever mobile travel guide to S.C. African American cultural sites, the Green Book of South Carolina, has…
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Green Book of S.C. Travel Guide to increase impact of $2.4 billion S.C. African American travel industry
May 26, 2017
Major new international tourism tool launched by S.C. African American Heritage Commission The first-ever mobile travel guide to S.C. African American cultural sites, the Green Book of South Carolina, has…
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Columbia Museum of Art to participate in Blue Star Museums
May 22, 2017
The Columbia Museum of Art announces participation in the Blue Star Museums program, a collaboration among the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA), Blue Star Families, the Department of Defense,…
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Lourie Center offers water aerobics at Maxcy Gregg Pool
May 18, 2017
The Lourie Center is offering a summer water aerobics program for adults, in cooperation with Maxcy Gregg Pool. Classes begin Wednesday May 31 and will meet until Saturday September 30.…
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Zucker Family Sea Turtle Recovery™ to open May 27
May 17, 2017
Zucker Family Sea Turtle Recovery’s opening brings the day-to-day operations of the South Carolina Aquarium’s Sea Turtle Hospital into full view on the first floor. For 17 years, a dedicated…
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San Diego Zoo Kids Channel begins broadcasting at MUSC Children’s Health and Ronald McDonald House Charities of Charleston
May 15, 2017Young patients, their families and invited guests were treated to a visit with some amazing animal ambassadors—including a snake, alligator, barn owl and a turtle from the South Carolina Aquarium—at…
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Synchronous fireflies to appear soon at Congaree National Park
May 15, 2017
Park staff and community partners are gearing up for a celebration of the annual synchronous fireflies which will soon appear at Congaree National Park. The synchronous fireflies are a rare…
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Jailbreak 5K Run & Walk set for May 27
May 15, 2017
The Lexington County Sheriff’s Department and the Lexington County Sheriff’s Foundation are co-hosting the 11th Jailbreak 5K Run & Walk May 27. “Over the past 10 years, more than 5,000…
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Annette Sizemore places third at second annual Westminster Kennel Club Masters Obedience Championship
May 13, 2017Annette Sizemore, a trainer who teaches advanced obedience classes with Dog Trainers Workshop, a full-service dog training and boarding facility based in Fountain Inn, SC, placed third with her Golden…
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Zoo is heartbroken over loss of infant gorilla
May 11, 2017Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is mourning the loss of the Zoo’s first infant gorilla. “Our staff is absolutely heartbroken,” said John Davis, curator of mammals at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden.…
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OTO Development wins 2017 CONNECT Developer of the Year Award
May 11, 2017
OTO Development has been named Marriott International’s 2017 CONNECT Developer of the Year. Marriott selected OTO Development for this top award based on the company’s consistent success developing new product…
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Spartanburg Marriott receives Elite award from Marriott International; named Property Sales Team of the Year
May 11, 2017Winegardner & Hammons Hotel Group, LLC announced that the Spartanburg Marriott Hotel, Spartanburg, SC has been awarded the 2016 Property Sales Team of the Year for Franchise hotels. This prestigious…
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OTO Development wins 2017 CONNECT Developer of the Year Award
May 11, 2017
OTO Development has been named Marriott International’s 2017 CONNECT Developer of the Year. Marriott selected OTO Development for this top award based on the company’s consistent success developing new product…
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Spartanburg Marriott receives Elite award from Marriott International; named Property Sales Team of the Year
May 11, 2017Winegardner & Hammons Hotel Group, LLC announced that the Spartanburg Marriott Hotel, Spartanburg, SC has been awarded the 2016 Property Sales Team of the Year for Franchise hotels. This prestigious…
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Roper Mountain Science Center debuts new planetarium show and added showtimes
May 10, 2017
Beginning on May 12th, the T.C. Hooper Planetarium will debut two new planetarium shows and new showtimes due to the high demand. The new feature shows are: 6:00pm: One World,…
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A new partnership in the heart of Summerville highlights Summerville historical figures
May 10, 2017
The Flowertown Players and the Summerville-Dorchester Museum team up for a one–of-a-kind event in the heart of Summerville. Historical characters come to life in the charming, Linwood Inn as patrons…
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Indie Grits Visiones attracts thousands for groundbreaking programming
May 8, 2017
Indie Grits, the Southeast’s premier film and culture festival for DIY media-makers hosted by the Nickelodeon Theatre, took place April 20-23, 2017. This year’s festival, with a theme of Visiones,…
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Gibbes Museum Curator of Exhibitions receives 2017 Award for Excellence
May 8, 2017
CHARLESTON, SC – Pam Wall, Curator of Exhibitions at the Gibbes Museum of Art, was recently received the 2017 Award for Excellence by The Association of Art Museum Curators (AAMC)…
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S.C. State Fair names 2017 scholarship recipients
May 8, 2017
The South Carolina State Fair has named its Ride of Your Life Scholarship recipients for 2017. The fair annually awards 50 scholarships to South Carolina high school students planning…
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Anchorage 1770 earns Southern Living Hotel Collection distinction
May 8, 2017Anchorage 1770 Inn is proud to announce that it has accepted an invitation to become part of the Southern Living Hotel Collection, under the banner of Southern Living magazine. Hand-selected by…
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South Carolina Aquarium hires Karen Monahan to lead marketing
May 7, 2017
Karen Monahan has joined the South Carolina Aquarium as the Director of Marketing. She will be integral in launching a marketing campaign for the new Zucker Family Sea Turtle Recovery…
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TD Bank Bucks program awards funding to local farmers
May 6, 2017
The TD Saturday Market presented by Greenville Health System marks its 15THseason May 6, providing farm-fresh produce, baked goods, meats, cheeses, seafood and other specialty foods to Main Street in…
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Greenville Zoo introducing new additions to zoo family
May 6, 2017
Oz and Evita, the Greenville Zoo’s ocelot pair, welcomed their second litter on March 8 – an announcement zoo staff has delayed making until now to give the two kittens…
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Park West reveals Michael Hurd, Jr. Memorial Park and Playground
May 2, 2017The Park West Homeowners Association revealed a brand new, state-of-the-art playground and park honoring Michael Hurd Jr. at a dedication ceremony and unveiling on Saturday, March 25 at the Park…
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Park West reveals Michael Hurd, Jr. Memorial Park and Playground
May 2, 2017The Park West Homeowners Association revealed a brand new, state-of-the-art playground and park honoring Michael Hurd Jr. at a dedication ceremony and unveiling on Saturday, March 25 at the Park…
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Topside Poolclub marks next step downtown
April 27, 2017Located on the top floor of a seven story building and with stunning views Falls Park, Topside Pool Club will be opening Memorial Day weekend. Aventure of High Spirits…
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Topside Poolclub marks next step downtown
April 27, 2017Located on the top floor of a seven story building and with stunning views Falls Park, Topside Pool Club will be opening Memorial Day weekend. Aventure of High Spirits…
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Greenville Zoo announces gender of baby siamang
April 23, 2017
The Greenville Zoo announced that the baby siamang born on January 6 to parents, Oscar and Ella, is a male. The baby is the pair’s second offspring, providing George, their…
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Vacation Myrtle Beach invests $4.3 million in resort renovations for summer 2017
April 19, 2017Vacation Myrtle Beach, one of the largest hotel groups in the Myrtle Beach area, featuring 14 oceanfront properties and nearly 4,000 accommodation units, is proud to unveil to guests this…
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Vacation Myrtle Beach invests $4.3 million in resort renovations for summer 2017
April 19, 2017Vacation Myrtle Beach, one of the largest hotel groups in the Myrtle Beach area, featuring 14 oceanfront properties and nearly 4,000 accommodation units, is proud to unveil to guests this…
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Making a wish under the stars at Magnolia Gardens
April 13, 2017
An Evening of Jazz Under the Stars will be a setting for music and charitable giving in Magnolia Plantation and Garden’s historic Carriage House nestled along the scenic Ashley River.…
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Southeastern Wildlife Exposition to host 2017 Federal Junior Duck Stamp judging April 21
April 13, 2017
Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE) is hosting the 2017-2018 Federal Junior Duck Stamp (JDS) judging in Charleston. The public is invited to attend the judging at Charleston Music Hall on Friday, April 21.…
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The Bend announces waterfront community project in North Charleston
April 13, 2017
17 acres on Azalea Drive finds renewed purpose under The Pearlstine Company The Bend, a 17-acre property overlooking the Ashley River, announces a natural community project in North Charleston on Azalea…
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State Museum to host Smithsonian traveling exhibition exploring the history of Indian Americans
April 13, 2017
From the builders of some of America’s earliest railroads and farms to Civil Rights pioneers and digital technology entrepreneurs, Indian Americans have long been an inextricable part of American life.…
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Partnership provides opportunities for area students to visit Congaree National Park
April 12, 2017
Congaree National Park lies in the heart of South Carolina’s midlands region with 25 miles of trails, beautiful forests with champion trees, and a wide variety of wildlife. It is…
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Three PGA Tour golfers sponsored by the Kiawah Island Club to play at the RBC Heritage
April 12, 2017
On Thursday, April 13th, the first round of the RBC Heritage on Hilton Head Island begins, and three Kiawah Island Club-sponsored players with ties to South Carolina will be included…
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More than 800 people feast at Tacos n’ Tequila Fiesta downtown
April 10, 2017
The largest crowd in the history of The Old Cigar Warehouse helped usher in the region’s latest food festival, the Tacos n’ Tequila Fiesta presented by Lunazul 100% Agave Tequila,…
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More than 800 people feast at Tacos n’ Tequila Fiesta downtown
April 10, 2017
The largest crowd in the history of The Old Cigar Warehouse helped usher in the region’s latest food festival, the Tacos n’ Tequila Fiesta presented by Lunazul 100% Agave Tequila,…
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Congaree National Park to conduct controlled burns
April 6, 2017
Congaree National Park plans to complete a controlled burn on approximately 680 acres of park woodlands during the month of April or early May. The purpose of prescribed fire is…
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Myrtle Beach Marriott unveils a transformed resort
April 6, 2017
The Myrtle Beach Marriott Resort & Spa at Grande Dunes, rising high above the Atlantic on the northern end of Myrtle Beach, is proud to reveal its $14 million makeover…
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Scott and Company partner elected to South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association Board of Directors
April 3, 2017
Scott and Company LLC announced Tony Perricelli, CPA, was elected to the board of directors of the South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA). “The SCRLA is a valuable resource…
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Scott and Company partner elected to South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association Board of Directors
April 3, 2017
Scott and Company LLC announced Tony Perricelli, CPA, was elected to the board of directors of the South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA). “The SCRLA is a valuable resource…
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The Steeplechase comes to Charleston
March 28, 2017
South Carolina has a rich heritage of horse racing, and the SC Department of Agriculture is helping to promote the sport on a statewide basis. In March, the Aiken Trials,…
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