Experience Columbia SC announces new vice president
June 27, 2022
Experience Columbia SC (ECSC) has named a new vice president to its executive team. Danna Lilly will serve as the vice president of the Convention and Visitors Bureau (DBA Experience…
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Founders Group International offers perks, including free golf, to entice new employees
June 6, 2022
Founders Group International, one of the premier golf course ownership groups in the Southeast, is offering a litany of perks, in addition to competitive pay, to attract new employees. FGI…
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Experience Columbia launches Digital Pimento Cheese Passport
June 2, 2022
Today, two days prior to National Cheese Day on June 4, Experience Columbia SC will be re-launching it’s highly-successful Pimento Cheese Passport. The refreshed passport features 17 dishes highlighting the…
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Makeready appoints Tim Morton as Executive Chef of their newest experience, The Ryder Hotel
May 31, 2022
Executive Chef, Tim Morton Will Direct all Creative Culinary for both The Ryder Hotel and Emeline Makeready, the hospitality company that concepts, manages and operates a diverse collection of brands,…
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Tacos ‘N Tequila Fiesta announces new location at Trailblazer Park
May 25, 2022
Hold that taco! The hallmark Tacos ‘N Tequila Fiesta will have a new location at Trailblazer Park in Travelers Rest on June 5. The event was slated for the Judson…
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Raines adds fourth third-party managed property to growing portfolio of hotels
May 24, 2022Raines, a fully integrated development, management, and investment company, has added the Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charleston North/Ashley Phosphate in North Charleston, SC to its growing portfolio of…
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Explore Charleston and the Lowcountry Hospitality Association to host hospitality and tourism hiring event
May 20, 2022
Explore Charleston and the Lowcountry Hospitality Association (LHA) are pleased to announce a hospitality and tourism job fair taking place Tuesday, June 14 at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Charleston…
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Experience Columbia launches new website for locals, stakeholders
May 11, 2022
Experience Columbia SC launched its new industry website today – columbiasctourism.com – showcasing how the organization promotes the Columbia region as a tourist destination. The website expounds upon the sister…
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Colliers Report: Robust hotel activity continues into 2022
May 9, 2022
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q1 2022 South Carolina Hotel Robust hotel activity continues into 2022 Market Highlights Increasing average daily hotel rates and revenue per available room…
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Kiawah Island Club announces hire of Thomas Nevin as Chief Operating Officer
April 12, 2022
Kiawah Island Club, a private, members-only club exclusive to Kiawah Island property owners – located 21 miles south of Charleston – is excited to announce the hire of Thomas (“Tom”)…
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Makeready announces new leadership for Charleston’s Ryder Hotel
April 11, 2022
Makeready, the hospitality company that creates and operates independent brands through local influences, functional design and thoughtful restaurants and bars, has announced two new executive team members at The Ryder…
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Grande Dunes Resort Club to undergo extensive greens and bunker renovation project
March 23, 2022Decorated Layout Will Be Closed From May 16 Through September 14 Myrtle Beach, S.C. – Grande Dunes Resort Club, one of Myrtle Beach’s most acclaimed layouts, will undergo an extensive greens,…
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Halls Signature Events partners with Coach Dawn Staley; Launches special pre-race bridge run dinner
March 17, 2022
2022 Cooper River Bridge Run runners have a new way to fuel up before the big race while also helping children in need. This year Halls Signature Events, a sister…
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Colliers Report: Tourism boosts hotel business in 2021 despite staffing shortages
March 2, 2022
Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q4 2021 South Carolina Hotel Market Highlights The South Carolina hotel market recovered more quickly than other markets around the country. Occupancy, average…
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Experience Columbia SC wins three Addy awards SC
February 25, 2022
Experience Columbia SC (ECSC) took home three Silver ADDY Awards at The American Advertising Awards held Saturday, Feb. 19. ECSC won awards in the brochure category for its Reconstruction Trail…
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South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association announces 2022 Stars of the industry winners and runners up
February 23, 2022
The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) hosted its 69th Annual Stars of South Carolina Hospitality Awards Gala on February 21 at 1881 Event Hall in Spartanburg. The Stars of…
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South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association names new Board Chairman
February 22, 2022
The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) recently named Michael Frits, General Manager of the DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Myrtle Beach Oceanfront, as its new Board Chairman. Frits succeeds…
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EventWorks adds CRUSH Event Design under their umbrella providing unique specialty products throughout the Southeast
February 8, 2022
EventWorks, the Southeast’s largest event rental provider, announced today the recapitalization and acquisition of CRUSH Event Design, a boutique rental and design company offering the finest in draping, lighting, decor,…
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International African American Museum receives third grant from FordFoundation
February 3, 2022
Third Round of Funding Sets the Stage for a new Telling of the African American Journey. The International African American Museum has received a grant of $500,000 from the Ford…
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Wild Dunes Resort hosting two-day hiring event
January 31, 2022Wild Dunes Resort, located on Isle of Palms, is hosting a hiring event on February 15-16, 2022. This hiring event will take place from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m in…
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Celebrate Valentine’s Day Weekend at Church and Union and Tempest
January 28, 2022Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Church and Union Charleston or Tempest from February 11-14, 2022 with special menus for your special someone. Please see full menus and details below. Tempest 4…
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Halls Signature Events offers To-Go meals for Valentine’s Day
January 22, 2022
Halls Signature Events is offering special to-go meal packages for Valentine’s Day, taking all the stress of planning and cooking off of your to-do list. “Order today and our team…
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Experience Columbia SC debuts 2022 ambassadors
January 21, 2022
Experience Columbia SC announced the new group of ambassadors for 2022 yesterday in conjunction with the launch of this year’s Columbia SC Insider’s Guide publication. The Columbia SC ambassador program,…
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South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association to host its 69th Annual Stars of the Hospitality Industry Awards
January 19, 2022
The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) will host its 69th Annual Stars of South Carolina Hospitality Awards on Monday, February 21 at 1881 Event Hall in Spartanburg. The…
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5th Street Group reaches million dollar milestone for its “Tip the Kitchen” initiative
January 18, 2022The 5th Street Group is pleased to announce that its initiative, “Tip the Kitchen,” has generated over one million dollars for its back-of-house staff as of today. The program, which…
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Orlando Wedding and Party Rentals to recapitalize with EventWorks and create most comprehensive rental company in the Southeast
January 18, 2022
Orlando Wedding and Party Rentals (OWPR), a full-service event rental company serving the Orlando area for nearly two decades, with tailored event rentals and superior customer service, is recapitalizing with…
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Charleston Wine + Food to host regional finals for popular Speed Rack
January 13, 2022
Which Female Bartender Rocks the Most? Speed Rack, the all-female, high-speed bartending competition, is mixing it up at Charleston Wine + Food, bringing their nationally-recognized competition to the high-performance festival.…
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The Refinery brings live music, libations and community to Charleston’s upper peninsula
January 4, 2022The new mixed-use development space will serve as a hub for Charleston’s creative industry, featuring offices, retail, food, beverage and live entertainment. The Refinery, located at 1640 Meeting Street Road,…
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Halls Chophouse to travel rare bottle of Kentucky bourbon to benefit tornado victims
December 21, 2021
Proceeds from Buffalo Trace 1995 O.F.C. Bourbon will go to Western Kentucky Relief Fund Hall Management Group will travel a bottle of rare Kentucky bourbon across South Carolina to our…
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Experience Columbia SC wins Best in Business Awards
December 14, 2021
Experience Columbia SC (ECSC), the destination marketing organization for the Columbia region, has won three first place South Carolina Best in Business 2021 Awards. ECSC earned Best Hospitality Business and…
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Tempest announces new lunch service
December 13, 2021
Tempest, an upscale restaurant offering an elegant approach to sustainable South Atlantic seafood, is launching lunch service on Monday through Friday, from 11 a.m. — 3 p.m. starting Wednesday, December…
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Hodges Ward Elliott arranges sale of Hotel Bella Grace in Charleston’s historic district
December 9, 2021
Hodges Ward Elliott (“HWE”), the premier boutique real estate capital markets advisor, announced they represented the seller in the recent sale of Hotel Bella Grace, a renowned boutique hotel fronting…
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Experience Columbia SC announces new sales managers
December 8, 2021
Experience Columbia SC (ECSC) announces the hiring of Beth Shaffer and Danna Lilly as sales managers. They will be responsible for selling the region as a premier destination for meetings…
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Rita’s Seaside Grille celebrates holiday season with Santa Paws
December 7, 2021
Rita’s Seaside Grille is kicking off the holiday season with the annual Santa Paws celebration on Saturday, Dec. 11, 2021, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Rita’s parking lot and…
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5th Street Group announces rebrand for 5Church restaurants
December 6, 2021
Following the highly successful opening of Church and Union in Nashville, Tennessee, 5th Street Group announced today the expansion of the Church and Union Brand to Charlotte, North Carolina and…
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Explore Charleston appoints new board members
November 29, 2021
Explore Charleston, the official destination marketing organization for the Charleston region, has announced the appointment of seven new members to its Board of Governors. “These accomplished individuals are leaders in…
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The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Seeking Nominations for 2022 Stars of the Hospitality Industry Awards
November 22, 2021
The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) is seeking nominations for the 69th Annual Stars of South Carolina Hospitality Awards, honoring the best of the best in the state’s hospitality…
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Celebrate Christmas Eve and Christmas Day at 5Church Charleston and Tempest
November 20, 2021
‘Tis the season for good food and fun festivities! Christmas is fast approaching and we wanted to share the below Christmas menus from 5Church Charleston and Tempest. Reservations are now…
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Wild Dunes Resort announces new food and beverage team members
November 15, 2021
Wild Dunes Resort, a Destination by Hyatt property in Isle of Palms, announced the appointment of three new food and beverage team members at the resort’s on-site restaurants, Coastal Provisions…
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USA Today/10Best Nominates Brookgreen Gardens’ Nights of a Thousand Candles as one of America’s “Best Botanical Garden Holiday Lights” displays
November 10, 2021
Nationwide Vote Will Determine Winner Of Online Contest Brookgreen Gardens’ Nights of a Thousand Candles, long regarded as South Carolina’s premier Christmas attraction, has been nominated as one of 20…
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Wild Dunes Resort announces new Event Operations Manager
November 9, 2021Wild Dunes Resort, a Destination by Hyatt property in Isle of Palms, is pleased to announce the appointment of Monica Bennett as Event Operations Manager. Bennett hails from Calamigos Ranch…
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Halls Chophouse names Nashville restaurant leadership
November 8, 2021
Preparing for first expansion outside of South Carolina, Halls Chophouse names experienced General Manager and Executive Chef to launch nation’s top-rated fine dining in Music City. CHARLESTON, SC – Halls Chophouse,…
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EventWorks has added three event rental companies under its umbrella to create most comprehensive rental company in the Southeast
November 5, 2021
EventWorks, a full-service event rental company that has been serving the Charleston area for more than a decade, has added event rental companies in Atlanta, Birmingham and Nashville under its…
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Steeplechase of Charleston returns as the signature fall event
November 2, 2021
Hollywood, SC – Returning to its full experience, The Post and Courier hosts Steeplechase of Charleston a world-class horse racing event. Five high-stakes horse races will run at the Stono Ferry…
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Tickets now on sale for the 38th Annual Lowcountry Oyster Festival
October 25, 2021
Tickets Now on Sale for the 38th Annual Lowcountry Oyster Festival The Charleston Restaurant Foundation (CRF) announced that tickets are on sale for the 38th annual Lowcountry Oyster Festival held…
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McDonald’s Drive Thru Challenge benefiting local Ronald McDonald House Charities is back
October 21, 2021
McDonald’s Hosts Second Annual Drive Thru Challenge & Sets Fundraising Goal to $2 Million The second annual McDonald’s Drive Thru Challenge has officially kicked off!! Now through December 12, Charleston-area…
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New exhibit opens November 1 at the Charleston Museum showcasing snow scenes
October 13, 2021
The Charleston Museum will present A Winter Wonderland in Color: Snow Scenes of Charleston opening on November 1 in the Lowcountry Image Gallery. Heavy snowfalls are a rarity in Charleston, as…
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How to Make the Most of this Year’s South Carolina State Fair
October 6, 2021
The 152nd South Carolina State Fair returns Oct. 13-24, 2021, with a full lineup of traditional favorites and a variety of new rides, foods, entertainment and the return of the…
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5th Street Group’s Church and Union to open in downtown Nashville this weekend
September 17, 20215th Street Group Debuts Its First Tennessee Eatery Church and Union, the highly anticipated restaurant from acclaimed Charlotte and Charleston-based 5th Street Group, is opening in downtown Nashville on September…
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Experience South Carolina’s Lowcountry from the water at Wild Dunes Resort
September 9, 2021
Wild Dunes Resort, a Destination by Hyatt property located on Isle of Palms in South Carolina’s Lowcountry, invites guests to experience the area like never before with a wide range…
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