The Main Street District celebrates 22 years of growth and development
November 16, 2023
For the 22nd year, the organization hosted an annual meeting to share the success of the district with stakeholders and community partners. The Main Street District (MSD), also known as City…
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Team Lake Murray Country Chefs sweep top 10 at the World Food Championships
November 14, 2023
Team Lake Murray Country turned up the heat at the World Food Championships, November 9-12, 2023 in Dallas, TX taking home 3 top 10 world rankings. (From left to right)…
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Cameron Blankenship joins the Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board
November 9, 2023
The Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board announced that Cameron Blankenship has joined the team as Special Events Coordinator. “We are excited to welcome Cameron to our team as…
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High Spirits Hospitality’s Krista Hauschild wins Corporate Ally of the Year Award
November 7, 2023
High Spirits Hospitality’s Director of Talent and Culture, Krista Hauschild, won the Corporate Ally of the Year Award presented by Upstate SC LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce. As the Director of…
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Historic Columbia announces November 2023 events
November 2, 2023
Historic Columbia is excited to announce programming and events for November 2023. See the full list of November events below and be sure to leave room in your calendar to…
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Taste of Lake Murray tickets on sale November 16
November 2, 2023
Save the date for “The Social Event of the Year”, Taste of Lake Murray, presented by Lexington Medical Center, on Thursday, March 21 at 6 PM at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Columbia. Dance the night away while…
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May your Holidays be “Murray & Bright”
October 31, 2023
Holiday Open House & Gift Shop Sale: Thursday, November 16 The Capital City/Lake Murray Country (CCLMC) Visitor’s Center will host its annual Holiday Open House & Gift Shop Sale, on Thursday, November 16,…
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Congaree Vista Guild celebrates business anniversaries
October 31, 2023
The Vista District is celebrating several business anniversaries. The SC State Museum is celebrating 35 years in the Vista with free admission on Saturday, Nov. 4 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m.…
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38th annual Vista Lights presented by Prisma Health to be held November 16
October 31, 2023
The Congaree Vista Guild will host its 38th annual Vista Lights on Thursday, November 16 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. The family-friendly holiday event is presented by Prisma Health…
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Greater Columbia Restaurant Association to induct six individuals into 2023 Restaurant Hall of Fame
October 26, 2023
The Greater Columbia Chapter of the South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) will host its annual Columbia Restaurant Hall of Fame and Benefit Dinner on Monday, November 20 at…
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Robin Waites announces plans to retire from Historic Columbia in June 2024
October 24, 2023
After two decades of service to Historic Columbia (HC), Robin Waites has announced plans to retire from her role as executive director in June 2024. Waites started her tenure at…
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Lake Murray Country Chefs return to the World Food Championships in Dallas,TX
October 24, 2023
Team Lake Murray Country will return to the World Food Championships (WFC), November 9-12, 2023 in Dallas, Texas. The WFC is the largest Food Sport competition, where grand champions of previous events…
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Gasperecz named new Experience Columbia SC Sports development manager
October 2, 2023
Experience Columbia SC Sports welcomes Anna Gasperecz as its new sports development manager. Gasperecz comes to Columbia from Visit Baton Rouge where she was the destination experience manager. “We are…
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Capital City/Lake Murray Country RTB promotes Vickie Davis to Senior Vice President of Funding and Events
September 28, 2023
Capital City Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board (CCLMC) announced the promotion of Vickie Davis to Senior Vice-President of Funding and Events. While Davis will continue her role in securing…
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Cayce’s River Arts District selected for statewide Achievement Award
August 22, 2023At the Municipal Association of South Carolina’s 2023 Annual Meeting in July, the City of Cayce received the Annual Achievement Award for the development in the City’s Cayce River Arts…
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Retention, new bookings result in record numbers at CMCC
August 16, 2023
As the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center (CMCC) welcomes Soda City Comic Con back this weekend – its largest recurring event – it’s an indicator of the retention and contracting of…
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Local Favorite, Cayce Fall Fest, returns October 7
July 14, 2023The City of Cayce is excited to announce the return of the Cayce Fall Fest! Fall Fest will be held on Saturday, October 7, from 12 pm – 6 pm…
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Visitors of Columbia region reach 15.8 million
July 12, 2023
Visitation to the Columbia region increased from 15.1 million in 2021 to 15.8 million in 2022, Experience Columbia SC announced. The 2022 numbers surpass pre-pandemic levels by four percent. These…
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South Carolina State Fair now accepting submissions for 2023 competitive exhibits
July 6, 2023
The South Carolina State Fair is now accepting entries for its annual competitive exhibits to be on display Oct. 11-22, 2023 during the S.C. State Fair. Exhibitors from across South…
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Women Confidence Builders’ largest event of 2023 to be headlined by national authors
June 28, 2023
Women Confidence Builders will be hosting its biggest event of 2023 with a growth and diversity discussion from authors Bertina Ceccarelli and Susanne Tedrick as well as a guest speech…
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Marriott Hilton Head Resort & Spa completes $10 million second phase property renovation
June 27, 2023HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC – Marriott Hilton Head Resort & Spa announces it has completed the resort’s second phase renovation that includes a transformation of guest rooms and suites, which…
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Wingard’s Market selected for June feature in National Publication
June 21, 2023
Wingard’s Market’s Backyard Nature Center and innovative gardening concepts has been selected for the June edition of Garden Center Magazine’s “Spotted” feature. Tucked inside the newly expanded Wingard’s Produce Center,…
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Duke’s Pad Thai owners announce opening of Little Bee Bun Mee Company
June 19, 2023
A New Open-Concept Asian Eatery in Cayce The owners of Duke’s Pad Thai, Chris and Noi Souvanna, are proud to announce the opening of their new eatery, Little Bee Bun…
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Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant announces opening date for Columbia location
June 19, 2023
Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant, the most award-winning brewery east of the Mississippi, will officially open its doors at 11 a.m. on Thursday, June 22 in Columbia’s growing BullStreet District.…
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State Museum to celebrate those with Disabilities during Disability Pride Day on July 8
June 15, 2023
Event features inclusive activities, including a community art project, silent disco, sensory-friendly shows and more The State Museum is excited to announce its first Disability Pride Day event, celebrating the…
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Introducing the Southeastern BBQ Showdown coming to Segra Park in June of 2024
June 14, 2023
Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board (CCLMC) held a press conference on the front steps of Segra Park, Wednesday, June 14, 2023. “A year from now, in June of…
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Steel Hands Brewing announces Summer Ambassador winner
June 6, 2023
Steel Hands Brewing is excited to share a Summer Ambassador has joined the team! Steel Hands Brewing recently released a South Carolina statewide search for a creative brand Ambassador to…
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Kelly Hughes joins the Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board
June 5, 2023
The Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board is excited to announce that Kelly Hughes has joined the team as Marketing and Communications Manager. Hughes graduated from the University of…
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BMW Charity Pro-Am presented by TD SYNNEX announces 2023 celebrity course rotation
June 2, 2023
The BMW Charity Pro-Am presented by TD SYNNEX today announced the celebrity course rotation for this year’s tournament taking place June 8-11 at Thornblade Club and The Carolina Country Club.…
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Peak Drift Brewing Company launches sustainable digital can printing program
June 1, 2023
Peak Drift Brewing Company, South Carolina’s newest award-winning craft beverage company, announces the launch of Peak Press, its new sustainable digital can printing program. With a strong commitment to environmental…
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Friday Night Laser Lights returns this summer with new shows Feat. Taylor Swift and Beyoncé
June 1, 2023
Tickets now on sale for laser experiences inside the museum’s 55-ft digital dome planetarium The South Carolina State Museum is excited to announce the return of its popular “Friday Night…
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TravelBoom welcomes Olivia Clifton as Content Writer
May 30, 2023
MYRTLE BEACH, SC – TravelBoom, the leading data-driven digital marketing agency for hotels, resorts, and vacation rental companies, announced today it has hired a new Content Writer, Olivia Clifton. Clifton’s…
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Town of Chapin and the American Legion Post 193 host Memorial Day ceremony
May 23, 2023
Town of Chapin Mayor Al Koon announced that the Town of Chapin along with American Legion Post 193 will jointly host a Memorial Day ceremony on Monday, May 29, at…
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7th Annual Taste on the River unites Midlands’ best restaurants for a night of festivities in support of West Columbia’s Beautification Foundation
May 19, 2023
The highly anticipated 7th Annual Taste on the River event is set to bring together the finest restaurants from the Midlands region on Tuesday, June 13, 2023, from 5:30 –…
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From XVI World Bass Championship to Bassmaster Elite Series, and Major League Fishing’s Bass Pro Tour
May 17, 2023
Lake Murray is the Top Fishing Destination Over the last 6 months Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board (CCLMC) has hosted the biggest and the best in international and…
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Record-breaking 2,600+ food lovers attend Columbia Food and Wine Festival in sixth year
May 15, 2023
The 2023 festival marks the largest year ever in attendance and support of the region’s culinary community The 2023 Columbia Food and Wine Festival brought 2,699 food lovers together for…
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Lourie Center hosts water fitness classes for adults at Maxcy Gregg Pool
May 10, 2023
In keeping with its mission to provide fitness, educational, and social activities for older adults, the Lourie Center offers a year-round schedule of classes for older adults to stay physically…
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Colliers represents M Garden, LLC in the purchase of a unique event venue on Bush River Road
May 10, 2023
Crawford Prezioso of Colliers | South Carolina represented M Garden, LLC in the acquisition of a ±7,000-square-foot event venue located at 3506 Bush River Road. M Garden was purchased by…
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Travel and Tourism Week proclamation celebrates industry’s economic impact
May 9, 2023
At a recognition event celebrating the Palmetto State’s $29 billion tourism industry, Gov. Henry McMaster proclaimed May 7-13, 2023 is Travel and Tourism Week in South Carolina. His announcement aligns with…
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Parris Balazs of Eventfully Chic by Parris named in Top 3 Wedding Planners in Columbia, SC
May 9, 2023
Parris Balazs, owner and certified wedding planner of Eventfully Chic by Parris, was named in the top 3 wedding planners in Columbia, South Carolina by Three Best Rated®. Three Best…
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Maximize May with City’s Food Truck Fridays
May 3, 2023The City of Columbia continues the exciting initiative Food Truck Fridays through the month of May. There will be new food vendors and the food trucks will operate from one…
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Lexington County to kick off South Carolina Ag+Art Tour on Saturday, May 6
May 2, 2023
Lexington County is set to kick off the 2023 South Carolina Ag+Art Tour on Saturday, May 6 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Visit seven tour sites across the county featuring local artisans at…
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Miriam Atria recognized by South Carolina Legislature for 40 years of service to tourism industry
May 2, 2023Representatives Nathan Ballentine, Paula Rawl Calhoon, and former Representative Chip Huggins presented Miriam Atria with a House Resolution from the South Carolina General Assembly “To congratulate Miriam Atria, President/CEO of Capital City/Lake Murray…
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Benton battles back to win action-packed Bassmaster Elite Series event at Lake Murray
May 1, 2023
The night leading up to Championship Sunday at the Marathon Bassmaster Elite at Lake Murray, Drew Benton was angry. He could hardly sleep. After claiming the Day 2 lead with back-to-back bags over…
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Steel Hands Brewing to launch Summer Ambassador program
April 17, 2023
Steel Hands Brewing’s Summer Ambassador search is officially open! Steel Hands Brewing is on the hunt for a creative brand Ambassador to spend three months creating compelling content and adventurous…
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High Spirits Hospitality opens Events at Judson Mill
April 6, 2023
The Upstate’s leading event company opened its latest venue with more than 700 guests and a glittering array of the best entertainment and food the region’s hospitality industry has to…
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Two Columbia, SC establishments officially advance as 2023 James Beard Award finalists
March 30, 2023
The James Beard Foundation announced its 2023 Restaurant and Chef Award nominees this morning during a live ceremony at the Musicians Hall of Fame & Museum in Nashville, Tennessee. And…
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Parking and traffic details for this Saturday’s Soiree on State
March 22, 2023
The ‘Party in the Street’ will feature local artists, local vendors, and live music in the Cayce River Arts District The Soiree on State will return to Cayce’s State Street this Saturday, March…
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Tupelo Honey Cafe announces new location coming to the BullStreet District
March 22, 2023
Popular scratch-made southern restaurant to open its Columbia, S.C. location in early 2024 The BullStreet District, known as the largest urban development project on the East Coast, will become the future…
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Raines acquires HP Hotels to accelerate strategic growth and expand property management capabilities
March 16, 2023
Raines, a fully integrated hotel development, management, and investment company, has acquired HP Hotels, a full-service, third-party hotel management company, resulting in operational expansion throughout the southeast and southwestern United States. The financial…
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